OpenAI Sora 2 Characters
Sora 2 Characters creates reusable character identities from short video clips. Upload a 2–4 second video of a character and assign a name — the model extracts identity features that can be referenced in Sora 2 Text-to-Video to maintain consistent character appearance across generated videos.
Why Choose This?
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Character consistency
Maintain the same character identity across multiple video generations.
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Simple workflow
Just upload a short video clip and provide a name — character ID is created instantly.
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Reusable assets
Once created, character IDs can be referenced in any Sora 2 Text-to-Video generation.
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Ultra-low cost
Only $0.001 per character creation.
Parameters
| Parameter | Required | Description |
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| video | Yes | Source video of the character (2–4 seconds) |
| name | Yes | Name identifier for the character |
How to Use
- Upload a video — provide a 2–4 second video clip featuring the character.
- Enter a name — assign a memorable name for easy reference.
- Run — the model extracts character identity and creates the ID.
- Use in Sora 2 — reference the character by name in Sora 2 Text-to-Video.
Pricing
| Output | Cost |
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| Per character ID | $0.001 |
Best Use Cases
- Consistent Storytelling — Maintain character identity across multiple video scenes.
- Series Production — Create recurring characters for episodic content.
- Brand Mascots — Generate consistent brand character appearances.
- Animation Projects — Ensure character consistency throughout a project.
Pro Tips
- Use clear, well-lit video clips with the character prominently visible.
- 2–4 seconds is optimal — shorter clips may lack sufficient identity information.
- Choose descriptive names for easy reference in prompts (e.g., "Joe" rather than "Character1").
- Front-facing shots with visible facial features produce the best identity extraction.
Notes
- Both video and name are required fields.
- Video length: 2–4 seconds recommended.
- Created character IDs are used in Sora 2 Text-to-Video.
- Ensure your content complies with OpenAI's usage policies.
Related Models
- OpenAI Sora 2 Text-to-Video — Generate videos using character IDs.
- OpenAI Sora 2 Pro Text-to-Video — Premium video generation.
- OpenAI Sora 2 Pro Image-to-Video — Animate images with Sora quality.