10 AI Content Creation Tools That Won’t Take Your Job (But Will Make it Easier)
But AI isn’t coming for our jobs quite yet. Fellow writers, artists, marketers: don’t worry, we’re here to stay. AI can help us get more done, but we’re very much still needed for the heavy thinkin’.
AI content creation tools are constantly changing. This is the up-to-date guide you need to create more — faster and better than ever.
Bonus: Download this free cheat sheet with 250 professionally engineered ChatGPT prompts that will help you be more productive at work and in your daily life. We’ve included specific prompts for over 25 industries and professions!
What are AI content creation tools?
AI content creation tools produce text-based or visual content using artificial intelligence (AI) technology based on written prompts.
Common examples of AI content creation tools include ChatGPT, Midjourney, JasperAI, and, of course, our very own OwlyWriter AI for writing knockout social media post captions in seconds. (More on that later.)
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10 best AI content creation tools for 2023
1. OwlyWriter AI
Maybe I’m biased but Hootsuite’s very own OwlyWriter AI is the best AI content creation tool for social media. You enter a prompt and OwlyWriter gives you winning content, saving you hours of work.
It uses text prompts, so how is OwlyWriter different from ChatGPT or other AI copy tools?
OwlyWriter is built on ChatGPT’s pioneering language model but it also includes all of our winning content formulas that took over 14 years of research to develop. The best AI engine + Hootsuite’s battle-won experience? Uh, yeah, that’s OwlyWriter AI.
OwlyWriter can:
* Write a new social media caption in a specific tone of voice
* Write a post based on a link (e.g. a blog post or a product page)
* Generate post ideas based on a keyword or topic (and then write posts expanding on the idea you like best)
* Identify and repurpose your top-performing posts
* Create relevant captions for upcoming holidays
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If you can prompt it, OwlyWriter can write it.
To try out OwlyWriter right now, sign in to your Hootsuite account and go to the Inspiration section of the dashboard. Then, pick the type of content you want to make:
Not sure? Try out Get Inspired. Type in the general topic you’re looking for content about and click Get ideas.
OwlyWriter will then generate a list of post ideas:
Click on the one you like best to move to the next step — captions and hashtags.
Pick the caption you like and click Create post. It’ll open in Hootsuite Composer, where you can make edits, add media files and links, check the copy against your compliance guidelines or send it for approval (on Team plans) — and, finally, schedule your post to go live later.
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And that’s it! OwlyWriter never runs out of ideas, so you can repeat this process until your social media calendar is full — and sit back to watch your engagement grow.
2. ChatGPT
ChatGPT doesn’t usually need an introduction these days, almost becoming synonymous with “AI content creation” by itself. ChatGPT is a natural language processing (NLP) chatbot that can understand and produce human-style conversations and content, like social posts, blog articles, and more.
Source: ChatGPT
Despite existing publicly for only a year, ChatGPT spurred a massive panic among writers and marketers as a harbinger of doom that’ll have us all out of a job. ChatGPT is still a machine and while it’s helpful in many cases, it won’t replace an actual human’s capability for original thought. (She says hopefully…) No, really, it won’t.
Use ChatGPT for:
* Idea generation and brainstorming.
* Blog post outlines.
* Social media post ideas.
Not the best for:
* Full drafts.
* Factual/historically accurate details. (Always double-check with verifiable sources!)
3. Dall-E
From Open.ai, the creators of ChatGPT, Dall-E is an AI graphics creation solution. You write a text prompt of what you’d like to see and Dall-E generates it. It specializes in realistic art, so ideally your audience won’t know at first glance it was created with AI.
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Use Dall-E for:
* Creating original graphics for your blog posts or social graphics.
* Designing prototypes.
* Web graphics.
Not the best for:
* Graphics that are important for your brand, like a logo or packaging design. Yes, Dall-E can make them, but branding is more than looking good — keep that to your human team’s expertise.
4. Midjourney
Like Dall-E, Midjourney is another AI graphics generation app. It’s easy to use and runs as a Discord bot, so you can create works of art anywhere, even on the go from your phone.
Source: Midjourney
Anyone can learn to create prompts in Midjourney. However, getting the results you want usually takes a bit more finesse. There are advanced ways to prompt Midjourney, including specifying if you want a transparent background, the aspect ratio, art style, and more.
For more advanced ideas, check our AI art prompting guide.
Use Midjourney for:
* Social media graphics.
* Generating logo concepts or project ideas for presentations that you plan to originally design later.
* Elements to use within your original designs.
Not the best for:
* Low volume users. The monthly subscription is only worth it if you have an ongoing need for AI graphics.
* Super realistic results.
5. Heyday
Heyday is a conversational AI chatbot to help you sell more with automated customer service (that people don’t hate). Heyday makes it easier for shoppers to connect with your real life customer service agents, too.
AI writing tools like OwlyWriter help maximize your human employees’ time and the same is true for Heyday. It can handle simple inquiries like retrieving tracking numbers and shipping statuses, and even more sophisticated tasks like recommending products by understanding what a customer is saying.
Source: Heyday
But there are some things AI can’t solve, like an unhappy customer. Using Heyday to automate those lower-complexity tasks means less wait time to talk to a human for something that needs urgent attention or a more complex interaction.
What else can AI customer service do? We’ve got 11+ ideas to incorporate AI chatbots, and why you should.
Use Heyday for:
* Saving your human customer service reps’ time for more complicated questions.
* Providing customer service 24/7 without hiring more staff.
* Creating an interactive FAQ section.
Not the best for:
* Entirely replacing human customer service representatives. You still need humans to solve human problems.
6. JasperAI
A popular ChatGPT alternative, JasperAI specializes in generating text content for articles, social media, scripts, and more. What sets Jasper apart is its understanding of tone, promising on-brand content that sounds like you every time.
Source: JasperAI
In addition to content creation, you can use Jasper to translate content into 30 different languages. Jasper also integrates with Google Docs and other popular apps, or you can write your own integration with their API.
Use JasperAI for:
* Translating content to expand your global reach.
* Content idea generation and outlines.
Not the best for:
* Pillar, or super important, content. AI tools are helpful for idea generation or filling in some content here and there, but for sales pages, landing pages, or big campaigns, leave that to your human professionals.
7. Podcastle
Podcastle is an AI-powered podcast recording and editing app for audio-only or video and audio podcasters and/or YouTubers. You can record video and audio streams while conducting virtual interviews with up to 10 people. The real star of the show is Podcastle’s AI audio editing that automatically cuts out silence, suggests where to trim clips, and helps minimize noise while ensuring all tracks are at the same volume level.
Source: Podcastle
If you want to start a podcast, but have never edited videos or audio in something like Premiere Pro or even iMovie, Podcastle is an easy way to get going with minimal learning curve.
Use Podcastle for:
* Starting a new podcast.
* Easy audio and video editing tools.
* AI voice cloning: Create content that still sounds like you.
Not the best for:
* Video-focused platforms, like a YouTube channel, where you’ll probably want more video effects.
* Experienced editors comfortable with apps like Premiere Pro, DaVinci, and others.
8. Canva
Canva is a well-known online graphics editing app that has, in recent years, expanded to cover document design, presentations, mini websites, and more. Like other apps, Canva has added a slew of AI-powered content creation features over the last year, which they call “Magic Design.”
Upload any existing media and Magic Design will give you matching templates, like social media templates, quote graphics, documents, and more. This makes it super fast to repurpose content across different platforms in a way that still optimizes each platform’s strength.
Magic Design also works with text prompts, so in just a few words you can have a presentation outlined, infographic design, and more. Or, edit photos with AI object or background removal and other quick adjustments.
Source: Canva
Use Canva for:
* All your business graphic template needs. Here are 50 free social media templates to get you started!
* Repurposing existing content.
* Keeping visuals on brand throughout your entire team.
Not the best for:
* Branding from the ground up — don’t expect a miracle. Trust your key graphics to humans.
9. Synthesia
Synthesia is your answer if you want to boost video production, but either don’t want to show your face, or are lacking resources to put out more videos. Synthesia takes your video script and turns it into a finished video with AI avatars.
Work from one of their industry-specific templates to quickly build a script with text prompts, then review and edit the video before publishing, all within Synthesia.
I know what you’re thinking: More of those impersonal, headless YouTube channel robot voices, right? Actually, I was surprised how natural Synthesia sounds and looks. You can even choose the “how to” video format to show an on-screen demo with an AI avatar overlay. Pretty snazzy.
Source: Synthesia
Use Synthesia for:
* Creating quick help or how-to tutorials at scale.
* Clips for Reels, TikTok, and other short-form video channels.
Not the best for:
* Growing your brand with video. You’ll want to invest more resources and time into making something that truly showcases your values. Check our short-form video guide for inspiration and ideas.
10. Murf
Another audio generation tool is Murf, which specializes in outputting real, human-sounding voices that read your scripts. Why do they sound so human? Well, they are. Murf’s AI voices are created from real people.
Murf can produce studio quality audio in 20 languages, and even clone your own voice for ultimate authenticity (and time savings for you).
Source: Murf
Use Murf for:
* Recording voiceovers for Reels, TikToks, and other social videos.
* Podcast audio.
* Voiceover content to incorporate into brand videos or deliver presentations.
Not the best for:
* Building your brand long-term. Again, many AI tools come close, but nothing replaces a real human’s personality as the social media face of your brand.
Free AI content creation tools
Subscription plans gettin’ you down? Not to fear, Hootsuite has free AI content creation tools you can use right now:
1. Caption generator
Curious about OwlyWriter AI or other AI writing tools? Try out caption generation for free. Now, this generator isn’t as advanced as OwlyWriter, but unlike ChatGPT, it’s optimized for social media and custom-creates your caption for your chosen platform, in one of five languages. Nice.
Pro tip: Make your description specific for best results.
Please note: This tool may display inaccurate or offensive material that doesn’t represent Hootsuite’s views. You’re solely responsible for use of any content generated using this tool, including its compliance with applicable laws and third-party rights.
2. Hashtag generator
Like the caption generator, the free hashtag generator is customized for your chosen social profile, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and X (formerly Twitter).
Please note: This tool may display inaccurate or offensive material that doesn’t represent Hootsuite’s views. You’re solely responsible for use of any content generated using this tool, including its compliance with applicable laws and third-party rights.
3. Username idea generator
Identity crisis? No problem with Hootsuite’s username generator. Reinvent yourself in a few seconds flat.
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4. About/bio writer
I get it, it can feel awkward to write about yourself. Let Hootsuite sum up the special sauce of your life, automatically.
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5. Emoji translator
Does that emoji mean what you think it means? Or, more importantly, what everyone else thinks it means? Cringe.
Find out for sure with our emoji to pop culture meaning translator and never accidentally create an awkward PR sitch again.
6. Engagement rate calculator
It’s what social media is all about, right? Fortunately for those of us who aren’t great at math (me), you can calculate your engagement rate with this free calculator.
Check out the rest of Hootsuite’s free social media tools, including our social media dictionary, a blog idea generator, YouTube title generator, and more.
Best practices for using AI-driven content creation tools
Put time and thought into setup
Artificial intelligence tools need training from smart humans to achieve the best results. Putting some planning into your AI-powered content writing tools upfront will ensure you get great content that aligns with your brand goals and tone of voice.
Check out our best tips for AI content creation, or how to get started with OwlyWriter AI in Hootsuite.
Check quality before publishing
Pumping out more content faster won’t do anything for your brand if it’s not also high quality. AI content tools can help you produce text or graphics faster, but ultimately, it all needs a human touch at the end of the day. (Don’t we all?)
Check over your post captions for awkward phrases or grammar issues, and look for places to edit it to inject your personal style to keep it authentic. For graphics, check for odd things, like a character having an extra arm, and refine it yourself before publishing.
Remember: AI tools help you work more efficiently, but they can’t, and shouldn’t, fully replace you in the content creation process.
Don’t rely solely on AI-generated content
Just because AI content tools exist doesn’t mean you need to use them for every post or project. For example, any content that expresses a strong opinion or tells a personal story needs to be written by a real person. (Although you can still use AI-powered content moderation tools to help with editing and creating multiple versions for social, etc.)
While AI content should ideally pass for human-created content, sometimes your fans and followers will want to see something more personal from your brand. Human stories help build connection. Use AI tools intelligently to give your human writers more time to create those great human stories.
Whether your content is written by humans or AI tools, you can schedule it to auto-publish at the best times, track performance, and engage with your audience from one simple dashboard with Hootsuite. Start saving time on social media today.
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