CapCut "What If" AI Challenge
What if everything was different? What if you had
taken another path, made a different choice, or lived
in another world entirely? Now's your chance to bring
those "what if" moments to life-with Al as your
creative partner.
Timeline: Nov 15 - Dec 15
How to Participate
Step 1: Create your video
Create your "What If" story using CapCut's Al tools. Including AI Lab, Al Generator, AI Effect and tools marked AI on CapCut. Any format is welcome, short film, montage, visual poem, Al animation, or something entirely new.
Step 2: Export and Share
Post your video on TikTok, X, YouTube Shorts, or Instagram Reels. Add the hashtag #CapCutWhatlf #CapCutAI to your caption.
Step 3: Fill in Submission Form
Fill in the contest submission form. Your email will only be used for prize announcement if applied.
Challenge Prizes
Cash Rewards
Total prize pool $15,000, with 10+ winner slots. To qualify, submissions MUST have at least half of the final video generated using CapCut’s AI tools. The minimum video length is 5 seconds. You may use any generative AI models available on CapCut, including Sora2, VEO, SeedDeam, and Runway.
Free Membership and Credits
Get free trail of CapCut pro-membership and more incentives like free credits and exclusive tutorial pack.
Search for "Free CapCut Pro" in CapCut mobile to enter the event.
Social Media Highlights
Get a chance to be highlighted by CapCut official social media and even being include in our future advertisements.
AI Video Tutorial on CapCut PC
Step 1: Access AI media
Launch CapCut and open the editing workspace. From the left panel, click on "AI media" and select the "Image to video" or "Text to video" option to get started.
Step 2: Convert an image to a video
Click "Image to video" to upload the reference image you want to transform into a video. Use "Model" to choose the VEO 3.1 or Sora 2 for the best results, then set your video's duration and aspect ratio. Once ready, click "Generate", and CapCut will automatically create a video in seconds.
Step 3: Convert text to a video
To generate a video from text, go to "Text to video." Enter your prompt, use "Model" to select VEO 3.1 or Sora 2, then choose your video duration and aspect ratio. Click "Generate" to instantly create your AI-powered video.
Step 4: Export and share
When editing is complete, click "Export" in the top-right corner. Adjust settings like resolution (up to 8K), frame rate, and bitrate, then hit "Export" again to save. You can also use "Share" to upload directly to platforms like X, Instagram or TikTok and don't forget to add #CapCutwhatif.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the AI videos suitable for commercial use?
Absolutely. CapCut's VEO 3.1 and Sora 2 produce high-quality, copyright-safe videos ideal for commercial projects. From brand ads to e-commerce showcases, these AI models deliver polished, professional results that meet marketing standards while maintaining originality.