Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating your 3Dflats demo video using Canva (for images/graphics) and Pictory (for text-to-video automation), including image suggestions per scene and Pictory prompts for each section.
🎨 Part 1: Canva Image Creation
Template: Use Canva’s “Video Presentation” or “YouTube Video” templates (1080×1920 for social/media).
Scene-by-Scene Image Guide
| Scene | What to Create in Canva | Image/Asset Suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Hook (Aussie Backyard) | – Drone-style background + text overlay. | – Search Canva for: “Aerial backyard Australia”, “Suburban house drone view”, “Hills Hoist clipart”. Add a red question mark overlay. |
| 2. Problem (Frustrated Homeowner) | – Frustrated person + messy paperwork. | – Search: “Stressed homeowner”, “Measuring tape on paper”, “Council DA form Australia”. Overlay text: “Setbacks? Bushfire codes? Shadow laws?” |
| 3. Solution Intro (3Dflats App) | – Mockup of your app interface on a laptop/phone. | – Use Device Mockups in Canva (“Laptop screen mockup”). Overlay a screenshot of your GIS map with a Sydney/Melbourne address. |
| 4. Aussie Council Compliance | – Map with color-coded zones (red/green). | – Use “Australia map vector” + highlight zones. Add icons: “Bushfire icon”, “Setback ruler”. |
| 5. Shadow Diagrams | – Before/after shadow slider. | – Search: “Sun shadow diagram”, “Winter vs summer shadows”. Add a toggle switch graphic (Canva’s “Button” elements). |
| 6. Builder Exports | – PDF report on a tablet. | – Use “Tablet mockup” in Canva, overlay a fake “DA Approval Pack” PDF. |
| 7. CTA (Happy Tradie) | – Builder + homeowner smiling. | – Search: “Australian tradie”, “Ute truck”, “Happy builder iPad”. Text: “Get your free site plan!” |
Pro Tips:
Use consistent colors (e.g., green/red for compliant/non-compliant zones).
Add subtle animations in Canva (e.g., zoom-in on maps, fade transitions).
🎥 Part 2: Pictory Video Generation
Pictory Input: Upload your Canva images + script, or use text prompts to auto-generate scenes.
Pictory Prompts (Scene-by-Scene)
Copy these into Pictory’s “Script to Video” tool:
Hook
“A drone flies over a typical Aussie backyard. Text appears: ‘Keen to build a granny flat but worried about council knockbacks?’”
Problem
“A stressed homeowner stares at a messy desk covered in DA forms and measuring tapes. Voiceover: ‘Between bushfire codes and shadow laws, getting approval’s a nightmare.’”
Solution Intro
“The 3Dflats app opens on a laptop, typing a Melbourne address. A 3D map loads with the text: ‘We check Aussie council rules for you.’”
Council Compliance
*”An Australian map zooms in, with red/green zones flashing. Icons pop up: ‘Bushfire zones,’ ‘1.5m setbacks.’”*
Shadow Diagrams
“A shadow toggle switches on. The screen shows a timelapse of winter shadows. Text: ‘DA-ready shadow reports in one click.’”
Builder Exports
*”A builder reviews a PDF on his iPad titled ‘3Dflats DA Pack.’ Voiceover: ‘Skip drafting fees—export council-ready plans.’”*
CTA
“A tradie and homeowner shake hands beside a ute. Text flashes: ‘Get your free site plan today!’”
Pictory Settings:
Style: “Modern Corporate” or “Clean Tech.”
Voiceover: Choose an Australian accent (e.g., “Russell” or “Nicole” in Pictory’s AI voices).
Music: Pick “Upbeat Acoustic” (or upload a didgeridoo track from Canva).
🔀 Combining Canva + Pictory
Export Canva scenes as PNG/MP4.
Upload to Pictory and place them in the correct order.
Add transitions/voiceovers in Pictory.
Finalize: Render and download (MP4, 1080p).
💡 Pro Tips for Quality
Pictory Customization: Replace Pictory’s stock images with your Canva visuals for brand consistency.
Text Overlays: Keep them minimal—let the voiceover do the talking.
Testimonials: Add a real Aussie builder quote (e.g., “3Dflats saved me 10 hours per DA!”).
Example Workflow
Design 7 Canva images (per scene).
Paste Pictory prompts above into the tool.
Replace Pictory’s auto-images with your Canva exports.
Publish!
Need help tweaking the Pictory AI prompts or Canva design? Happy to refine further! 🚀
