I built a custom Time Machine effect that transforms the same morning across 1905, 2026, and 2080
I wanted to show how our surroundings and technology may change over time while the small human rituals we carry with us remain familiar
Using invideo Editor’s timeline agent, I created a custom shader with an editable Year control: aged film grain and sepia for 1905, a clean natural look for 2026, and cyan holographic scanlines for 2080
The agent also built the bar transitions between eras directly on the timeline. I refined the timing, adjusted the shader controls, and fixed the closing titles inside invideo Editor
The first video is the final result. The second shows the process, from importing the clips and directing the agent to testing the Year control
Format
30-Second Futuristic Documentary / AI Video
Role
AI Creative Director, AI Video Producer & Editor
The Brief
Explore how artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous transportation, and smart cities could transform everyday life by 2050.
The Creative Idea
A cinematic journey into the future, showcasing technological breakthroughs and the evolving relationship between humanity and intelligent machines.
Production and Objective
Created using AI-generated visuals, cinematic motion, documentary-style voiceover, sound design, and professional editing.
The objective is to transform future-focused concepts into an immersive, visually engaging documentary experience.
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