Stop guessing what prompts work. Use the 8-part framework and copy-paste templates that generate stunning AI videos with synchronized audio, cinematic shots, and professional results.
Veo 3 is Google's most advanced video generation model, but without structured prompts, results are unpredictable. Here's what makes our templates different.
Generate synchronized dialogue, ambient sounds, and background music directly from text. Use quotation marks for speech and explicit SFX descriptions for precise audio control.
Control camera movements (dolly, tracking, crane), composition (close-up, wide shot), and lens effects (shallow DOF, 40mm f/1.4) using precise film terminology.
Direct complete multi-shot sequences with precise timing: [00:00-00:02] Medium shot... creates full scenes with distinct shots in a single generation.
Every effective prompt follows: [Cinematography] + [Subject] + [Action] + [Context] + [Style & Ambiance]. This 5-part formula ensures consistent, high-quality results.
Professional Veo 3 prompts address eight distinct elements. Miss one, and your video lacks intentionality.
Overall action and vibe
Cinematic, realistic, animated
Movement and composition
Main character or object
Setting and era
Mood and emotional tone
Dialogue, SFX, ambient
Palette and grading
[SCENE] Sea captain with grey beard at ship's railing [STYLE] Cinematic close-up with slow dolly-in on weathered face [CAMERA] 40mm f/1.4, shallow depth of field [SUBJECT] Captain in blue knitted hat, gesturing toward waves [BACKGROUND] Stormy ocean at golden hour [LIGHTING] Golden hour with dramatic shadows, rim light from setting sun [AUDIO] Dialogue: "The ocean teaches you respect, one wave at a time." SFX: Ocean waves crashing, wind howling. No background music. [COLOR] Deep blues, warm amber, weathered browns
Understanding these limitations helps you set realistic expectations and avoid wasted generations.
Maximum clip length is 8 seconds. For longer sequences, you'll need to generate multiple clips and stitch them together in post-production.
Only 16:9 (landscape) and 9:16 (portrait) supported. No square (1:1) or custom aspect ratios currently available.
No built-in feature for maintaining identical characters across clips. Workaround: use identical, detailed character descriptions in every prompt.
Veo 3 often adds unwanted on-screen subtitles. Always include "No on-screen text/subtitles" in your prompts to prevent this.
The model follows most prompt instructions but may ignore specific details. Complex prompts with 10+ elements see lower adherence rates.
The object add/remove feature still uses Veo 2 and does NOT generate audio. Audio-visual sync is only available in standard generation.
Veo 3 excels at specific use cases. Here's a decision guide to help you determine if it's right for your project.
From brand storytelling to product showcases, see how Veo 3 templates transform different content types.
Character-driven narratives with dialogue, emotional lighting, and cinematic close-ups. Perfect for testimonials and origin stories.
360-degree rotations, macro details, and studio lighting. Highlight craftsmanship with professional voice-over integration.
Viral-ready clips with handheld camera feel, vibrant colors, and trending aesthetics. Optimize for vertical 9:16 format.
Use "first and last frame" workflow to create controlled camera movements between two distinct points with seamless audio.
Follow this 4-step process to generate professional AI videos consistently.
Select a template that matches your use case: storytelling, product, social, or transition workflows.
Replace bracketed placeholders with your specific subject, setting, dialogue, and style preferences.
Specify dialogue in quotes, describe SFX explicitly, and always add "No on-screen text/subtitles" to prevent unwanted overlays.
Use Veo 3 Fast for testing, then switch to standard mode for final output. Refine prompts based on results.
Understanding the differences helps you choose the right model for your project.
| Feature | Veo 3 | Veo 3.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Prompt Adherence | Good | Stronger (improved) |
| Audio-Visual Quality | Good | Enhanced (especially image-to-video) |
| Max Resolution | 720p / 1080p | 720p / 1080p |
| Aspect Ratios | 16:9, 9:16 | 16:9, 9:16 |
| Clip Length | 4, 6, 8 seconds | 4, 6, 8 seconds |
| Native Audio | ✓ | ✓ (improved sync) |
| Ingredients to Video | ✗ | ✓ |
| First & Last Frame | ✗ | ✓ |
| Availability | Flow, Freepik, Krea, Leonardo, Hedra | Vertex AI (Preview) |
A Veo template is a structured prompt framework designed for Google's Veo 3 video generation model. It organizes your instructions into 8 key elements—scene, visual style, camera, subject, background, lighting, audio, and color—ensuring the AI understands exactly what you want to create. Templates eliminate guesswork and produce more consistent, professional results.
Effective Veo 3 prompts follow the 5-part formula: [Cinematography] + [Subject] + [Action] + [Context] + [Style & Ambiance]. Be specific with camera terminology (dolly, tracking shot, 40mm lens), describe your subject in detail, include explicit audio cues in quotation marks, and always add "No on-screen text/subtitles" to prevent unwanted overlays.
Key limitations include: (1) Maximum 8-second clip length, (2) Only 16:9 or 9:16 aspect ratios, (3) No built-in character consistency across clips, (4) Tendency to add unwanted subtitles, (5) The add/remove object feature uses Veo 2 without audio support, and (6) Complex prompts with 10+ elements may see reduced adherence.
Avoid Veo 3 for: long-form content over 30 seconds (requires stitching multiple clips), projects requiring the same character across many scenes, precise lip-sync to pre-recorded audio, real-time/live applications, square 1:1 aspect ratios, or if the $250/month AI Ultra cost exceeds your budget for basic video needs.
Format dialogue with character attribution: Character says: "Exact words here." For sound effects, use explicit descriptions: SFX: thunder cracks in the distance. Define ambient audio separately: Ambient noise: the quiet hum of a starship bridge. Specify "No background music" if you want only natural sounds.
Timestamp prompting lets you direct multi-shot sequences within a single generation. Format: [00:00-00:02] Medium shot description... [00:02-00:04] Close-up description... This creates complete scenes with distinct shots and precise pacing, eliminating the need to generate and stitch multiple clips.
Veo 3 requires Google's AI Ultra plan at $250/month, which includes 12,500 monthly credits. Each generation costs 150 credits, allowing approximately 83 generations per month. Veo 3.1 on Vertex AI has separate enterprise pricing based on API usage.
Since Veo 3 lacks built-in character consistency, use identical detailed descriptions across prompts: "Sarah, a woman in her early 30s with shoulder-length auburn hair, wearing a navy blue business suit and silver-rimmed glasses, with a confident but approachable expression." Copy this exact description into every prompt featuring that character.
Veo 3 responds well to professional film terminology. For camera movement: dolly shot, tracking shot, crane shot, slow pan, POV. For composition: wide shot, close-up, extreme close-up, low angle, two-shot. For lens effects: shallow depth of field, 40mm f/1.4, wide-angle lens, soft focus, macro lens.
Common issues: (1) Dull lighting—add specifics like "soft rim light" or "dramatic shadows"; (2) Camera missing the point—make subject clear upfront with framing cues; (3) Unwanted elements—describe what you want instead of what to avoid; (4) Audio mismatch—be precise with audio specifications; (5) Ignored instructions—simplify complex prompts or break into multiple generations.
Use these battle-tested templates to generate stunning AI videos. Available on Google Labs Flow, Freepik, Krea, Leonardo, and Hedra.
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