AI videos for Instagram Reels

Reels reward a clean, aspirational aesthetic and a strong first frame. AI video is a fast way to produce that look consistently. Here's the short version on Dora.

Settings that matter

• Aspect ratio: 9:16 (vertical, full-screen).
• Duration: 4–8s for a tight loop or hook.
• Resolution: 1080p for a crisp, premium feel in the feed.

Models for the Reels look

• SeeDance 2 — cinematic motion and lighting; great for "aspirational" content.
• Gemini Omni — flexible and fast; animate a photo or generate from text.
• Nano Banana Pro — generate a perfect still first, then animate it.

A reliable workflow

1. Generate (or shoot) a strong hero image.
2. Animate it with a gentle camera move — see how to animate a photo.
3. Add a 1080p export and post with trending audio.

Prompt tips

Lead with the subject and the camera move, then lighting and mood:

"Slow orbit around a ceramic vase on a sunlit table, soft shadows, warm minimal aesthetic, 9:16."

More examples in the AI video prompt guide.

Make a Reel-ready clip on Dora →