Methodology 5 min
How to make a video with AI: the practical 2026 guide
How to make a video with AI in 5 phases: from brief to master delivery. Real tools, real timelines, mistakes to avoid. Practical guide 2026.
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SLATE: MaiDreamsLab's AI video production system
Deep dive on the 5-phase SLATE system (Script, Layout, Assets, Timing, Export). Methodology + Python/SQLite desktop tool to bring set discipline to generative models.
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Industry 10 min
How much does an AI-produced commercial cost: 2026 real pricing and timelines
Realistic breakdown of AI commercial costs in 2026: 15-60s spots from �2,000 to �4,500 turnkey. What's included, where the extras are, how it compares to the traditional pipeline.
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Industry 12 min
What is AI video production: the 2026 brand guide
Operational definition, differences with traditional workflows, real brand use cases, 2026 pricing and a partner evaluation checklist. Updated with Veo 3.1, Kling 1.6, Luma Ray2.
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