Video can eat a startup budget faster than most founders expect. One product teaser, one explainer, three reels, a few cut-downs, some voiceover work, edits for different platforms, and suddenly the “simple video” has become a full production job. AI video tools don’t remove the need for taste, direction, or a clear message. But they do make the first version faster and cheaper. That matters when a startup has to test ideas before spending serious money. The good news is that