Google’s new AI Studio lets you turn text into full-fledged videos with voiceovers, music, and effects

Google's new AI tool lets you create professional-quality videos from text prompts, regardless of technical skills or experience.

Creating professional-quality videos has traditionally required advanced skills in video editing, special effects, and audio production. But now, a text prompt could soon be all it takes to create an entire video. Google is changing that with the introduction of Vertex AI Media Studio, a groundbreaking generative AI platform that allows anyone to create full-fledged movies from a simple text prompt.

Google's new Vertex AI Media Studio will soon let users create professional videos from simple text prompts. (Google)

By MD Ijaj Khan

Ijaj Khan is a technology journalist and Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience covering the consumer technology industry. His work spans smartphones, laptops, wearables, gaming, appliances and AI - from hands-on reviews, comparison and buying guides to breaking news and in-depth features that help readers cut through the noise and make informed decisions. Before joining HT Tech, he worked with Jagran New Media, where he sharpened his instincts for fast-paced digital reporting. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism and Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Delhi. Whether he's testing the latest flagship smartphone, tracking a major AI announcement, or putting a gaming laptop through its paces, Ijaj approaches every story with the same goal - making technology feel relevant and easy to understand for everyday users, not just enthusiasts. When he's not in front of a screen for work, he's usually travelling to a new city, hunting for great food, or keeping tabs on what's next in tech before everyone else catches on.

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This new tool leverages the power of Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, bringing a host of sophisticated AI models into one easy-to-use platform designed for both professionals and those with no video editing experience.

One Platform for Visuals, Voice, and Music

At its core, Vertex AI Media Studio combines Google’s top-tier models to handle every aspect of video production. Users can begin by generating an image using Imagen 3, Google’s image generation tool. From there, Veo 2, Google’s video generation model, takes over, transforming the still image into a video. The model allows users to customise the video in various ways - such as choosing camera movements like drone shots or panning - and to adjust the video’s frame rate and duration. If any elements in the video don’t meet the user’s preferences, a Magic Eraser feature lets them quickly remove unwanted aspects, similar to the tool available in Google Pixel phones.

Once the visual elements are finalised, Chirp, another of Google’s AI models, adds a voiceover to the video. To finish the production, Lyria, developed by Google DeepMind and YouTube, generates a background music track to complete the soundscape. The result? A polished video that is ready to share and looks as though it required a team of experts to produce - all from a single workspace in Vertex AI Studio.

Tools for Developers and Non-Technical Users

This platform opens up new possibilities for creators of all levels, allowing both developers and non-technical users to experiment with various media types. With the Gemini models integrated into Vertex AI, users can generate everything from text and images to code, all within the same environment. However, this ease of use also raises important questions about creativity and the ethical use of AI in content creation.

While it’s clear that Vertex AI Media Studio is a game-changer for those looking to produce high-quality videos without a steep learning curve, the future of AI-driven creativity is still unfolding. Google’s bet is that many users will embrace this streamlined approach to video production, especially those without video editing experience.