Using Templates for Quick Video Creation
Cinema8 offers pre-designed templates to help you create professional, engaging videos quickly and efficiently. Whether you’re showcasing a product, creating a tutorial, or running a marketing campaign, these templates save you time while delivering high-quality results.
This guide walks you through the entire process — from choosing a template to customizing, publishing, and sharing your video with the world.
How to Use Templates on the Dashboard
Step 1: Choose a Template
- Go to your Cinema8 dashboard.
- Browse the available templates under the “Don’t know how to start?” section or via the “New Video” option.
- Click on a template that fits your project needs (e.g. “Increase Brand Visibility”).
- Select “Use this template” to proceed.
Step 2: Add Your Video Content
Once the template opens, start customizing it with your own media:
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Option 1: Upload a New Video
Use the “Upload Video” button to add a new file from your computer. -
Option 2: Use an Existing Video
Open your Library and select a previously uploaded video.
Step 3: Customise Template Elements
Cinema8 templates come with interactive elements like text overlays, clickable hotspots, and animations. You can easily tailor these elements to your brand or purpose:
- Drag and drop: Move elements on the timeline to sync them with key video moments.
- Edit content: Click on any element (text, hotspots, CTAs) to adjust its content, style, or interactivity.
Pro Tip: Use the timeline zoom feature to precisely adjust element placement — especially useful for short or tightly edited clips.
Step 4: Preview and Finalise
- Click “Preview” to view your video and ensure all elements look right.
- Make any last-minute tweaks before publishing.
Why Use Templates?
Templates are ideal for creators who want speed without sacrificing quality. Here’s why they work:
- Save time: Templates reduce the time spent on structuring and designing videos from scratch.
- Consistency: Maintain a polished and professional look across multiple projects.
- Flexibility: Easily customise elements to fit your specific goals or brand identity.
With Cinema8’s templates, you can focus more on your message and less on the technical setup. Whether you’re creating learning content or promotional videos, templates get you there faster.
Publishing Your Video
When your video is ready:
- Click “Publish”.
- Choose a visibility option:
- Public: Anyone can watch it.
- Private: Only invited viewers can access.
- Password Protected: Add a password for extra security.
- Generate an embed code to place your video on websites or blogs.
Templates are a powerful way to scale video creation without starting from scratch every time. Start exploring Cinema8 templates now and turn your next idea into a polished, interactive video in just a few clicks.