Monetization Ideas

Use AI video generation tools to create "Mashu Cat" and other comforting, creative food videos. Post them on platforms like X and YouTube to attract traffic, and monetize through ad revenue, video sharing earnings, and account operations.

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Target Audience

  • Creators interested in food and pet content
  • Beginners who want to try AI tools for content creation
  • People with some aesthetic sense and creative thinking
  • Individuals looking to start a self-media project with low cost

Difficulty Level

⭐⭐⭐ (Moderate Difficulty)

Operation Process Method

Step 1: Choose a Creative Theme

  • Find an idea with "cute contrast" (such as combining cats and food)
  • Ensure the theme is both adorable and visually striking
  • Imagine what the audience would feel when they see it (wanting to touch, eat, or find it funny)

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Step 2: Use AI Tools to Generate Videos

  • Select an AI video generation tool (such as Runway, Pika, etc.)
  • Enter detailed text descriptions, such as "a round, white mochi ball with a real cat face, placed on a wooden board"
  • Generate multiple versions and select the best clips
  • You don't need to aim for perfection; the "unstable" nature of AI-generated videos can create a soft and chewy texture

Step 3: Post-Production Packaging of the Video

  • Edit multiple generated clips into a 15-60 second short video
  • Add soothing background music (soft and relaxing instrumental music)
  • You can add interactive visuals such as "dusting flour" or "tapping"
  • Keep the image clean and simple, highlighting the main subject

Step 4: Distribute Across Multiple Platforms

  • Prioritize posting on X (Twitter) platform, utilizing its fast dissemination characteristics
  • Synchronize uploads to platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram
  • Adjust video proportions and duration for each platform (e.g., longer versions for YouTube)
  • Create attractive titles, such as "Have you seen a moving cat mochi?"

Step 5: Optimize Content Strategy

  • Observe comments and understand what the audience likes
  • Create series content (cat mochi, dog dango, etc.)
  • Maintain a regular upload schedule, at least 2-3 videos per week
  • Interact with fans and reply to interesting comments

Step 6: Develop Monetization Channels

  • After accumulating a certain number of followers, activate platform creator earnings (video sharing revenue)
  • Accept brand advertisements (pet supplies, baking tools, etc.)
  • Drive traffic to other platforms (Xiaohongshu, WeChat Official Accounts) for deeper monetization
  • You can sell AI prompt tutorials or video production courses

Case Evaluation

This case succeeded by cleverly transforming the "flaws" of AI-generated videos into creative features. The creator did not pursue completely realistic results but used AI's instability to create a soft and chewy texture of mochi, forming a unique visual style. The contrast between "cats and food" hit the psychological desire of internet users for "cute" and "soothing" content. Combined with the presentation method of "visual ASMR," it created a strong desire for audience interaction. More importantly, this type of content has a relatively low entry barrier. It doesn't require actual filming or complex technology. Ordinary people can quickly get started by learning AI tools, making it a typical low-cost monetization model of "AI + creativity."

Tools Used

  • AI Video Generation Tools: Runway, Pika, Stable Video Diffusion
  • Video Editing Software: CapCut, Premiere Pro, and others
  • Voiceover and Music: Epidemic Sound, Artlist (copyright music library)
  • Publication Platforms: X (Twitter), YouTube, TikTok, Instagram