Upload Photo Image Carousel to TikTok & Instagram

Overview

Convert multiple images into a simple video sequence with transitions and music, then auto‑publish to TikTok and Instagram.

Steps

1. Collect images (Drive, Airtable, API)
2. Create a video carousel
3. Generate a caption with AI (optional)
4. Post via Upload‑Post

Template

• n8n source: Open workflow

Who is this for?

E‑commerce brands, photographers, and UGC creators who want to convert image sets into engaging short‑form videos fast.

Key benefits

• Turn static assets into dynamic content
• Consistent output formats for Reels and TikTok
• Optional AI captions for faster publishing

Detailed flow

1. Collect images from Drive/Airtable/API
2. Build a short video with cross‑fade transitions
3. Add background audio (optional)
4. Generate caption variants and hashtags
5. Publish via Upload‑Post to TikTok and Instagram

Setup (step‑by‑step)

1. Duplicate the workflow
2. Connect image source, Upload‑Post, and (optional) audio source
3. Configure output duration, transitions, and resolution
4. Add brand‑safe default caption templates
5. Test with 5–8 images and review results

Best practices

• Keep total duration between 7–15 seconds
• Use bold opening images and maintain visual consistency
• Add a short on‑screen CTA if your niche allows it

FAQs

• Can I add text overlays? Yes, insert an FFmpeg or editing step before publishing
• Can I watermark? Yes, composite a logo layer while rendering

Related templates

• AI carousels: Generate and Publish Carousels with GPT‑Image‑1
• Manual cross‑posting: Manually Publish Image & Video to Multiple Social Media