AI tools are becoming popular everywhere. People say you can use them to make money fast, even without knowing much about the work.

I found a guy who wanted to test this claim himself, especially with video editing. His goal?

Make $150 using AI video tools, all in just 15 minutes.

This newsletter is a detailed tutorial on what he did, how it worked, and whether you can try it too.

Step 1: Understanding the Market

Before jumping in, he looked at where people were making money with video editing. Platforms like Fiverr and Upwork showed there was a demand for short promotional videos, ads, and business content.

Many sellers were offering these services, with prices ranging from $10 to $500 per video. While competition looked tough, it was a good sign that people were paying for these videos.

The good part was he didn’t need to be an expert or make expensive videos. He just needed to create simple, quality videos that businesses would find useful.

Step 2: Finding the Right Tools

Since he didn’t have video editing experience, he needed a tool that was easy to use. That’s when he discovered InVideo, an AI-powered video editing platform.

Why he chose InVideo:

• It has ready-made templates for many types of videos.

• You don’t need any skills to use it.

• It lets you make professional videos quickly.

Step 3: Making My First Video

The first task was to create a video sample to show potential buyers. Here’s how he made it:

1. Pick a Template
   He started by choosing a promotional video template.

   InVideo has many designs, so he picked one that looked simple but professional.

2. Add Text and Images
   The template had spaces for text and pictures.

   He used ChatGPT to write a short promotional message, and then added royalty-free images from the InVideo library.

3. Customize the Design
   InVideo allowed him to change colors, fonts, and animations to make the video unique.

4. Finish and Export
   Once the video was ready, he exported it in high quality. The whole process took about 15 minutes!

Step 4: Selling the Service

Now that he had a video, he needed to sell his service. He chose Fiverr because it was easy to start there.

Here’s how he created his Fiverr gig:

• Title: a clear and popular format: "I will create professional promotional videos for your business."

• Description: He described my service in simple words and explained what buyers would get.

• Pricing: He set my price at $50 per video.

• Delivery Time: He promised to deliver within 24 hours.

Step 5: My First Gig

At first, he didn’t get any orders. It was frustrating, but he didn’t give up. Instead, he reached out to a friend who ran a small business and offered to create a video for free in exchange for an honest review.

Here’s what he did for the free video:

• He Used another template that matched my friend’s brand.

• Wrote a short script using ChatGPT.

• Delivered the video within a few hours.

The review boosted my Fiverr profile, making it easier for others to trust me.

This method of finding your first buyer and getting your first review actually works for getting more orders on Fiverr.

But you can not buy your own gig though. Instead, you could try promoting your gig outside of Fiverr.

Step 6: Real Orders Start Coming In

A few days later, his got my first real order from a business owner who needed a promotional video for their product. They provided some details, and his created the video using the same steps as before.

When he delivered the video, they were happy with it. They even left a 5-star review, which helped me attract more buyers.

How I Earned $150

Here’s how the money added up:

• His first real gig: $50

• His second gig: $100

Fiverr takes a 20% commission, so my earnings were:

• $50 x 80% = $40

• $100 x 80% = $80

Total: $120 after Fiverr’s cut.

While I didn’t keep the full $150, this was still a great start for just a few hours of work.

What I Learned

Here are some key lessons he learned from this experience:

1. Start Small: You don’t need fancy skills or tools. A simple video and good customer service can go a long way.

2. Use AI Tools: Platforms like InVideo make it easy to create professional videos quickly.

3. Build Trust: Positive reviews help attract more clients.

4. Stay Consistent: It takes time to get noticed, but staying active and improving your gigs can bring results.

I’ve personally sold on Fiverr and at some point, I was making $400 per client, so yes, this works.

Can You Scale This?

Absolutely! Here’s how you can grow this into a bigger business:

1. Increase Your Prices: As you gain experience, charge more for your services.

2. Offer Extras: Add-ons like faster delivery or extra revisions can help you earn more per gig.

3. Expand to Other Platforms: Try selling on Upwork, Freelancer, or even through your own website.

Final Thoughts

Making money with AI tools is not unrealistic. It’s a real opportunity that anyone can try. The subject of today’s newsletter is Mark Tilbury and he talks about this side hustle in this video.

P.S. Want to get started on Invideo?