How to Use Sora Prompts
Follow these 5 steps to write effective Sora prompts that generate high-quality AI videos with fewer failed attempts.
Describe the Scene
Start with a clear subject and setting. Be specific about who or what is in the scene, where it takes place, and the overall atmosphere.
Add Camera Movement
Specify camera angles and movements like 'tracking shot', 'aerial view', 'close-up', or 'slow motion' to control the visual style.
Set Lighting & Mood
Describe the lighting conditions (golden hour, neon lights, soft shadows) and emotional tone (cinematic, dreamy, dramatic).
Use Storyboard Mode
For multi-shot videos, break your story into scenes. Each scene should have its own description for consistent characters and settings.
Refine and Iterate
Preview the result, adjust specific details, and regenerate. Small tweaks to wording can significantly improve output quality.
Pro Tips for Better Results
- Use specific adjectives and action verbs to create more vivid and dynamic scenes.
- Reference real-world cinematography styles (e.g., 'Christopher Nolan style', 'documentary aesthetic').
- Include physical details like 'hair blowing in wind', 'water droplets on skin' for realism.
- Keep character descriptions consistent across storyboard shots to maintain continuity.
Prompt Writing FAQ
How do I write good Sora prompts?
Start with a clear subject, add camera movement and lighting details, specify the mood, and use concrete visual descriptions. Avoid vague terms and be as specific as possible about what you want to see.
How do I make Sora videos look more realistic?
Include physical details like lighting sources, material textures, natural movements, and environmental effects (dust, reflections, shadows). Reference real-world physics and cinematography techniques.
How do I keep characters consistent between shots?
Use detailed character descriptions in each scene, reference the same clothing, features, and characteristics. Storyboard mode helps maintain consistency across multiple shots.
Ready to create amazing Sora videos? Browse our prompt library or learn more techniques in our tutorials.
Sora Prompts by Skill Level
From simple one-shot descriptions to complex multi-shot storyboards — find the right prompt complexity for your experience level.
Beginner Prompts
Simple one-shot descriptions
Start with straightforward scene descriptions. Focus on clearly stating who or what is in the scene and what they are doing. Perfect for your first Sora videos.
Template Pattern
Examples
Why it works: Clear subject (dog), specific action (running, wagging), and defined setting (meadow with sunlight). Simple but effective.
Why it works: Easy to visualize scene with a human subject, natural setting, and ambient elements that add atmosphere.
Intermediate Prompts
Camera movement & lighting
Add cinematic elements like camera angles, movement types, and lighting conditions. This level gives you more control over the visual style of your videos.
Template Pattern
Examples
Why it works: Includes camera technique (tracking shot, slow motion), specific lighting (golden hour), and emotional tone (graceful, cinematic).
Why it works: Defines camera distance (close-up), environmental details (rain, neon), and clear mood (melancholic urban).
Advanced Prompts
Physical realism & detail
Master prompts that emphasize physical realism — natural movements, material textures, light interactions, and environmental effects for professional-quality output.
Template Pattern
Examples
Why it works: Rich physical details (steam, reflections, droplets), realistic movement (hand motion blur), material texture (film grain), and documentary camera style.
Why it works: Complex scene with atmospheric effects (mist, fog), micro-details (dew, spider webs), dynamic elements (birds), and specific cinematography reference.
Pro Storyboard Prompts
Multi-shot consistency
Create multi-shot sequences with consistent characters, environments, and narrative flow. Essential for storytelling, ads, and professional productions.
Template Pattern
Examples
Why it works: Three connected shots maintaining character consistency (red hair, green jacket) with progressive emotional arc and varied camera distances.
Why it works: Environmental consistency (neon palette, wet surfaces) across scenes, character continuity (hooded figure), and logical spatial progression.
Ready to Level Up Your Sora Prompts?
Browse our full prompt library for more examples, or get your Sora invite code to start creating today.
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Available Prompt Packs
E-commerce & Product Videos
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Recommended Next Steps
Complete your Sora workflow with these essential resources — from getting access to creating professional videos.
Get a Free Sora Invite Code
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