Sometimes a single image carries more possibility than it seems. Sora 2 takes that still moment and gives it movement, rhythm, and a bit of narrative shape. You provide the picture, and Zeely helps the scene open up. The process is simple, and each step lets you guide the direction of your future video.
Here’s how to do it:
Log in at https://app.zeely.ai/
Go to Creative tools on the left and choose Video studio. Then click Sora video ad.
Select an image from the list or click Import new to upload from your device or add an image link. Click Continue.
In Creator’s mode, you will see an autogenerated prompt for your static image. If it works for you, click Create start image. If not, you can edit the prompt before generating the image by yourself or click Regenerate to get a new version of the prompt.
You can also use the AI Prompt Enhancer (click the pencil icon under the text), which improves and expands your prompt by adding more descriptive details to help generate better visuals.
Wait for the image to generate. It usually takes around 40 seconds. When the generated image appears on the right, click Generate video.
✨ Zeely note: If you want to see it in details, click on it to open Preview. This screen shows the prompt that was used to generate your image. Here you can:
regenerate the start frame using the same prompt
download the image
delete it using three dots at the top — just click on the them to see the options
or create video from the image
Once you hit Generate video, a modal will appear with Video settings and a detailed prompt. Here you can:
review the autogenerated video prompt
edit it
regenerate it
or use Prompt Enhancer if you want to enhance your prompt with extra details that improve the generated visuals
When the prompt looks right, click Confirm and generate.
Video generation may take up to 5 minutes. You can step away while it is processing. Zeely will notify you when the video is ready. To find it, go to Projects and choose videos.
AI does not always get everything right on the first pass. If the result feels off, try generating again. Sometimes, repeating the same prompt is enough for the idea to fall into place. You can also nudge the wording a little and see how the direction changes. Creative AI often reveals its best work after a few attempts, so give it the space to surprise you.
✨ Zeely note: If you want to write stronger prompts or understand how AI responds to your instructions, you can read our guide on how to prompt AI before you begin.
Once your video is ready, take a moment to watch how the idea you started with has shifted into something more alive. If anything feels unclear or you want help tuning the prompt, just reach out:
Email: [email protected]
In-app chat: available in the Help Center
We love seeing what you create, and we’re always happy to help ✦