πŸŽ₯ From Shopify to UGC Ads β€” Fully Automated with Make, Sora 2 & OpenAI

In eCommerce, UGC (User-Generated Content) ads outperform traditional product videos by a huge margin β€” they feel more authentic, relatable, and drive higher conversions.

But what if you could generate UGC-style influencer videos for every new product, instantly β€” without hiring creators or editing clips manually?

That’s exactly what I built using Make, Sora 2, and OpenAI.


:rocket: The Goal

To turn every Shopify product into a viral UGC-style video ad, automatically β€” saving time, cutting costs, and scaling social presence effortlessly.


:gear: The Automation Workflow

  1. :shopping_bags: New Product Added in Shopify
    Each time a product is created or updated, the automation kicks in instantly.

  2. :clapper_board: Sora 2 Generates a UGC-Style Video
    Product info (like name, image, and description) is passed to Sora 2, which generates a 12-second influencer-style video β€” just like authentic UGC ads you see on TikTok or Reels.

  3. :brain: OpenAI Enhances the Content
    Using OpenAI, we generate compelling hooks, captions, and hashtags β€” optimized for engagement on each platform.

  4. :gear: CloudConvert Prepares the Video
    The raw output is automatically formatted and resized for each platform using CloudConvert.

  5. :megaphone: Make Distributes the Video Everywhere
    The workflow posts the video across multiple social media channels β€” all on autopilot:

    • Facebook

    • Instagram Reels

    • Threads

    • X (Twitter)

    • YouTube Shorts

    • TikTok

    • Pinterest

In just a few minutes, your new product becomes a UGC-style viral ad across all major platforms β€” with zero manual effort.


:puzzle_piece: The Tools Behind It

Tool Purpose
Make (Integromat) Workflow automation & scheduling
Shopify Product trigger source
Sora 2 AI video generation (UGC-style videos)
OpenAI Hook, caption, and script generation
CloudConvert Format & optimize media
Social Media Platforms Automated publishing endpoints

:framed_picture: Visual Overview

Here’s what the full automation looks like inside Make :backhand_index_pointing_down:

Each branch handles a separate content channel, creating a scalable, omnipresent marketing flow β€” all triggered by a single Shopify event.


:light_bulb: Why This Matters

This workflow transforms how eCommerce brands approach UGC advertising:

  • :prohibited: No need for video editors or influencers

  • :high_voltage: UGC videos generated in minutes

  • :chart_increasing: Consistent social posting across platforms

  • :money_bag: Perfect for running dynamic ad campaigns

It’s the future of automated content creation β€” blending AI, automation, and creativity.


:toolbox: Try It Yourself

I’m sharing the ready-to-use Make blueprint so you can import it directly and launch your own UGC automation in minutes.

:link: Blueprint file is attached below.

From Shopify Product to Social Media UGC Sora2 Videos.blueprint.json (254.5 KB)


:speech_balloon: Need Help or Have Questions?

If you’d like to customize this workflow for your brand, or if you have questions about setup β€” drop a comment or reach out directly. I’d love to collaborate and help you scale your UGC automation.

Let’s make eCommerce smarter. :rocket:

Hi @CodexSolutions,

Sounds awesome! Are there maybe any video’s or are results of the scenario that you can add to the post? Would love to see some examples.

Cheers,
Henk