Sora 2 Prompt Generator

The Sora 2 Prompt Generator is a comprehensive tool that helps you create detailed, structured prompts for OpenAI's Sora 2 AI video generation model. It follows OpenAI's official prompting guide and lets you control every aspect of your video prompt through an intuitive interface.

Start by describing your scene in the Basic tab. Choose a style preset (like Cinematic, Anime, UGC, etc.), set production level and pacing. Switch to the Cinematography tab to specify camera details, lens, lighting, and mood. In the Advanced tab, add action beats, dialogue, and background sound. Your prompt generates automatically as you type.

The generator supports four output formats: Plaintext (natural prose following OpenAI's guide, ready to paste into Sora), JSON (structured data perfect for APIs and programmatic use), Markdown (formatted documentation with headers and sections), and XML (tagged structure for data processing and parsing).

Yes! You can save configurations as templates with custom names and notes. Templates are stored in your browser's localStorage and persist across sessions. You can also export all templates as a JSON file and import them on other devices or share with your team.

The Surprise Me button gives you instant creative inspiration in two ways: it either fills your scene description with one of 576+ creative prompt ideas, or it randomizes all your parameters (style, production level, duration, etc.). It's great for overcoming creative blocks or exploring new styles.

Templates let you save your current configuration (all parameters, settings, and text) with a name and optional notes. You can load templates to instantly restore those settings, delete ones you don't need, and export/import template collections as JSON files for backup or sharing.

The generator includes 13 professional style presets: Auto (no preset), Cinematic Realism, Anime Dreamscape, Found Footage Horror, 90s Sitcom, Music Video, Surreal, Ring Camera, Bodycam Footage, CCTV Security, Dashboard Camera, Drone Aerial, and UGC/Influencer Style. Each preset applies specific visual characteristics to your prompt.

Production levels range from 0 (Raw) to 4 (Ultra). Raw has slightly uneven lighting and handheld imperfection. Casual has natural lighting with minimal stabilization. Balanced is the default. Cinematic has perfect composition and controlled lighting. Ultra adds VFX enhancements and dramatic cinematic effects.

Duration can be 4, 8, or 12 seconds. Shorter clips (4s) follow instructions more reliably. Resolution options include 1280x720 (landscape), 720x1280 (portrait), 1024x1792 (portrait pro), and 1792x1024 (landscape pro). Pro resolutions require the sora-2-pro model.

Camera Shot: describe framing and angle (e.g., 'wide establishing shot, eye level'). Lens: specify focal length and characteristics (e.g., '35mm, shallow depth of field'). Lighting: describe quality, direction, color (e.g., 'golden hour backlight'). Mood: emotional tone (e.g., 'nostalgic, tense, playful').

In the Advanced tab, use the 'Add Action' button to create action beats - describe specific moments in sequence (e.g., 'She spins; her dress flares'). For dialogue, use the format 'Character: "Line here"' on separate lines. Keep dialogue concise - 4s clips fit 1-2 exchanges, 8s fits a few more.

Yes! The prompt generator works entirely in your browser with no server required. All processing happens locally. Your templates and history are saved in browser localStorage, so they persist across sessions even without internet connection.

Absolutely! The generated prompts follow OpenAI's official Sora 2 prompting guide. Use the plaintext format to paste directly into Sora interfaces, or use JSON format for programmatic API calls. The technical parameters section shows the API values you need to set.

Your last 10 generated prompts are automatically saved with their configurations, timestamps, and output formats. Access history from the output panel to restore previous prompts, review what worked well, and iterate on successful results. You can clear history anytime.

The prompt generator is completely free with no limits. Generate as many prompts as you want, save unlimited templates, and use all features. There are no API calls or server costs - everything runs in your browser. Your data stays private on your device.

Yes! Use the Export button in the Template Manager to download all your templates as a JSON file. Share this file with teammates or students who can import it into their own generator. It's perfect for maintaining consistent prompt styles across a team or educational setting.