How to Use Seedance 2.0

This guide walks you through everything you need to know to create AI-generated videos with Seedance 2.0.

Quick Start: 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Upload Your References

Start by gathering and uploading your reference materials. Seedance 2.0 accepts multiple input types:

Images (up to 9)

• Character photos to maintain consistent appearance
• Product shots for brand content
• Scene references for environment setup
• Style guides for visual direction

Videos (up to 3, 15s total)

• Motion references for choreography
• Camera movement demonstrations
• Transition examples for editing style
• Pacing references for rhythm

Audio (up to 3 files)

• Music tracks for beat-matched cuts
• Dialogue for lip-sync generation
• Sound effects for action sync

Text Prompts

• Describe your desired scene in detail
• Include mood, lighting, and atmosphere
• Specify camera movements and angles

Step 2: Configure Your Settings

Choose your video parameters based on your project needs:

Step 3: Generate and Download

Click generate and wait for Seedance 2.0 to create your video. Once complete, download your watermark-free MP4 ready for any platform.

Advanced Techniques

Creating Consistent Characters

Getting characters to look the same across different shots and angles is one of the most useful skills in AI video production.

Method 1: Single Character Reference

1. Upload a clear, front-facing photo of your character
2. Include a full body shot when possible
3. Ensure good lighting so facial features are visible
4. Describe the character's actions in your text prompt

Example:

A portrait of this character wearing a leather jacket, walking through a city street at sunset, confident stride, cinematic lighting

Method 2: Multiple Angle References

For better consistency across different poses and angles:

1. Upload 2-3 photos showing different views
2. Include both front and side profiles
3. Add action shots when available
4. Reference multiple angles in your prompt

Camera Movement Replication

Upload a reference video demonstrating the camera movement you want to replicate:

1. Tracking Shots — Follow subject movement smoothly
2. Dolly Zooms — Combine dolly movement with focal length changes
3. Orbital Paths — Circle around your subject
4. Match Cuts — Precise angle-to-angle transitions

Example:

Use the tracking dolly movement from my reference video, applied to the character in my uploaded image, maintaining the same speed and distance throughout

Beat-Synced Music Videos

Create synchronized music video content by following the music's rhythm:

1. Upload your audio track
2. Mark key beat timestamps in your prompt
3. Describe desired movements for each beat section
4. Reference transition styles between sections

Example:

Sync the character movements to the drums at 0:15 and 0:30, add dramatic camera movement on the bass drop at 0:45, match the mood for the verse sections

Practical Use Cases

Social Media Content (TikTok, Reels, Shorts)

Recommended settings:

• Duration: 5-10 seconds
• Resolution: 720p
• Aspect Ratio: 9:16 (vertical)

Workflow:

1. Upload trending audio as a reference
2. Add product or lifestyle images
3. Specify energetic motion and dynamic cuts
4. Generate multiple variations for testing

Brand Marketing Videos

Recommended settings:

• Duration: 10-15 seconds
• Resolution: 720p
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 or 1:1

Workflow:

1. Upload brand guidelines and color palette
2. Add product images from multiple angles
3. Reference brand voice and tone in prompt
4. Add company logo overlay in post-production

Film Pre-Visualization

Recommended settings:

• Duration: 5-10 seconds
• Resolution: 720p
• Aspect Ratio: 21:9 (cinematic)

Workflow:

1. Upload storyboard panels as an image sequence
2. Add character reference sheets
3. Reference camera movement demos
4. Generate multiple angle options for each shot

Music Video Production

Recommended settings:

• Duration: 10-15 seconds
• Resolution: 720p
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Workflow:

1. Upload the complete music track
2. Mark chorus and verse sections
3. Reference dance movements
4. Generate a full sequence of beats

Prompt Writing Guide

Basic Structure

[Shot type] of [subject], [action], in [environment].
[Lighting] creating [mood]. [camera movement].

Example Prompts

Cinematic Portrait:

A dramatic close-up portrait of a young woman with long flowing
hair, gentle smile, standing in morning fog. Soft golden hour
lighting from the right. Slow push-in camera movement.

Action Sequence:

A fast-paced tracking shot of a parkour athlete jumping across
rooftops at sunset. Hard contrast lighting with lens flares.
Smooth dolly following the action.

Product Showcase:

A rotating 360-degree shot of a sleek black smartphone on a
glass surface. Clean studio lighting with soft reflections.
Slow, elegant reveal motion.

Tips for Better Results

• Be specific — More detail generally means better results
• Specify lighting — "Golden hour" and "neon-lit" create very different moods
• Name emotions — "Confident stride" communicates more than "walking"
• Include camera — Specify movements for dynamic shots
• Set the scene — Environment context matters

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Character Inconsistency

• Upload higher quality reference images
• Use multiple angle references
• Add clothing and accessory descriptions in your prompt
• Try Seedance 2.0 for higher consistency mode

Awkward Motion

• Reference video should have clear, defined movements
• Break complex actions into simpler segments
• Increase video reference length for complex choreography

Poor Camera Replication

• Reference video needs clear, continuous camera movement
• Avoid shaky or unstable reference footage
• Match reference video resolution to output settings

Audio Sync Issues

• Ensure clean audio with clear speech or music
• Mark specific sync points in your prompt
• Use shorter audio clips (under 30 seconds)

Performance Tips

• Start with 480p for faster iteration during testing
• Use Seedance 2.0 Fast for testing prompts
• Batch similar requests for efficiency
• Save successful prompts as templates

Best Practices

Pre-Production

1. Gather Quality References

   • High-resolution images (1024px or higher recommended)
   • Clear video demonstrations
   • Clean audio files

2. Plan Your Shots

   • Write detailed shot descriptions
   • List required camera movements
   • Note sync points for audio

3. Prepare Multiple Variations

   • Create 2-3 prompt variations
   • Test different reference combinations
   • Plan for iteration

During Production

1. Start Simple

   • Begin with a single modality (text-only or image-only)
   • Add complexity incrementally

2. Validate References

   • Check all uploads before generating
   • Ensure references are appropriate length
   • Verify audio quality

3. Iterate Systematically

   • Note what works in successful generations
   • Adjust one variable at a time
   • Build a personal prompt library

Post-Production

1. Review Multiple Outputs

   • Generate 3-5 variations per concept
   • Select best-performing elements
   • Combine successful outputs

2. Polish as Needed

   • Use image enhancement tools for improvements
   • Add transitions in video editor
   • Sync multiple clips with audio

Quick Reference Card

Input Limits

Recommended Settings by Platform

Generation Times (Approximate)