Timeless Moments - Quote Template for Impactful Messaging

{
  "timeline": {
    "background": "#000000",
    "tracks": [
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "asset": {
              "type": "rich-text",
              "text": "{{BRANDNAME}}",
              "font": {
                "family": "JTUSjIg1_i6t8kCHKm45xW5rygbi49c",
                "size": 51,
                "weight": 700,
                "color": "{{ S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}",
                "opacity": 1
              },
              "style": {
                "letterSpacing": 0,
                "wordSpacing": 0,
                "lineHeight": 1,
                "textTransform": "none",
                "textDecoration": "none"
              },
              "align": {
                "horizontal": "center",
                "vertical": "middle"
              }
            },
            "start": 5,
            "length": "end",
            "transition": {
              "in": "fade",
              "out": "fadeFast"
            },
            "offset": {
              "y": 0.064,
              "x": 0
            },
            "position": "center",
            "width": 750,
            "height": 130
          }
        ]
      },
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "asset": {
              "type": "rich-text",
              "text": " {{WEBSITE}}",
              "font": {
                "family": "JTUSjIg1_i6t8kCHKm45xW5rygbi49c",
                "size": 51,
                "weight": 700,
                "color": "{{ S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}",
                "opacity": 1
              },
              "style": {
                "letterSpacing": 0,
                "wordSpacing": 0,
                "lineHeight": 1,
                "textTransform": "none",
                "textDecoration": "none"
              },
              "align": {
                "horizontal": "center",
                "vertical": "middle"
              },
              "animation": {
                "preset": "fadeIn",
                "style": "character"
              }
            },
            "start": 5,
            "length": 2,
            "transition": {
              "in": "fade",
              "out": "fadeFast"
            },
            "width": 800,
            "height": 200
          }
        ]
      },
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "asset": {
              "type": "rich-text",
              "text": " {{S2_TEXT}}",
              "font": {
                "family": "JTUSjIg1_i6t8kCHKm45xW5rygbi49c",
                "size": 42,
                "weight": 500,
                "color": "{{ S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}",
                "opacity": 1
              },
              "style": {
                "letterSpacing": 0,
                "wordSpacing": 0,
                "lineHeight": 1,
                "textTransform": "none",
                "textDecoration": "none"
              },
              "align": {
                "horizontal": "center",
                "vertical": "middle"
              },
              "animation": {
                "preset": "fadeIn",
                "style": "word"
              }
            },
            "start": 0.2,
            "length": 4.7,
            "offset": {
              "y": -0.419,
              "x": 0
            },
            "position": "center",
            "transition": {
              "in": "fade",
              "out": "fade"
            },
            "width": 950,
            "height": 200
          }
        ]
      },
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "asset": {
              "type": "rich-text",
              "text": " {{S1_TEXT}}",
              "font": {
                "family": "JTUSjIg1_i6t8kCHKm45xW5rygbi49c",
                "size": 42,
                "weight": 500,
                "color": "{{ S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}",
                "opacity": 1
              },
              "style": {
                "letterSpacing": 0,
                "wordSpacing": 0,
                "lineHeight": 1,
                "textTransform": "none",
                "textDecoration": "none"
              },
              "align": {
                "horizontal": "center",
                "vertical": "middle"
              },
              "animation": {
                "preset": "fadeIn",
                "style": "word"
              }
            },
            "start": 0,
            "length": 4.7,
            "offset": {
              "y": 0.076,
              "x": 0
            },
            "position": "center",
            "transition": {
              "in": "fade",
              "out": "fade"
            },
            "width": 950,
            "height": 200
          }
        ]
      },
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "length": 4.8,
            "asset": {
              "type": "image",
              "src": "{{ S1_IMAGE_SRC }}"
            },
            "start": 0,
            "scale": 1,
            "offset": {
              "x": 0,
              "y": 0.29699087839702876
            },
            "position": "center",
            "transition": {
              "out": "fade"
            },
            "fit": "contain",
            "width": 1080,
            "height": 718
          }
        ]
      },
      {
        "clips": [
          {
            "length": 5,
            "asset": {
              "type": "image",
              "src": "{{ S1_IMAGE_SRC }}"
            },
            "start": 0,
            "scale": 1,
            "offset": {
              "x": 0,
              "y": -0.23059911014787404
            },
            "position": "center",
            "transition": {
              "out": "fade"
            },
            "fit": "contain",
            "width": 1080,
            "height": 747
          }
        ]
      }
    ],
    "fonts": [
      {
        "src": "https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/montserrat/v31/JTUSjIg1_i6t8kCHKm45xW5rygbi49c.ttf"
      }
    ]
  },
  "output": {
    "format": "mp4",
    "fps": 25,
    "size": {
      "width": 1080,
      "height": 1350
    },
    "destinations": [
      {
        "provider": "shotstack"
      }
    ]
  },
  "merge": [
    {
      "find": "S1_TEXT",
      "replace": "Why do some moments feel timeless, as if they never fade?"
    },
    {
      "find": "S2_TEXT",
      "replace": "Because they are filled with emotions, connections, and experiences that leave a lasting impact on your soul."
    },
    {
      "find": "S1_IMAGE_SRC",
      "replace": "https://templates.shotstack.io/timeless-moments-quote-template/e050cbe5-61d0-45dc-a6d2-2c9d6d2ae35b/source.jpg"
    },
    {
      "find": "TEXT_FONT_COLOR",
      "replace": "#ffffff"
    },
    {
      "find": "TEXT_STROKE_COLOR",
      "replace": "#000000"
    },
    {
      "find": "TEXT_STROKE_WIDTH",
      "replace": "1"
    },
    {
      "find": "WEBSITE",
      "replace": "www.brandname.com"
    },
    {
      "find": "BRANDNAME",
      "replace": "BRANDNAME"
    },
    {
      "find": "S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR",
      "replace": "#ffffff"
    }
  ]
}

This quote template is designed to capture moments that resonate deeply with your audience. Whether you’re sharing a heartfelt message, an inspirational quote, or a personal reflection, this template offers the perfect format. The customizable design allows you to easily feature quotes with impactful visuals, engaging viewers emotionally. Ideal for social media posts, websites, or marketing materials, this template ensures that your message stands out, evokes deep thought, and leaves a lasting impression.

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  • Edit using the Studio video editor
  • Personalise using merge fields
  • Generate 1000's of unique videos
  • Integrate into a no-code workflow
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Customise Template
Open in Studio

No account needed until you render.

Render with your AI assistant

Open in Claude Open in ChatGPT

Add the Shotstack MCP server to your editor, then paste the prompt

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When you want to automate this

A fresh quote video every day, on schedule.

1
See it
OutputMP4
Size1080 × 1350 (4:5)
Length7s
Frame rate25 fps
Tracks / clips6 / 6
Assets used2 image, 4 rich-text
Soundtrackno
Merge fields9
2
Make it yours

Send a merge array with your values for these fields:

FieldDefault value
{{ S1_TEXT }}Why do some moments feel timeless, as if they never fade?
{{ S2_TEXT }}Because they are filled with emotions, connections, and experiences that leave a lasting impact on your soul.
{{ S1_IMAGE_SRC }}https://templates.shotstack.io/timeless-moments-quote-template/e050cbe5-61d0-45dc-a6d2-2c9d6d2ae35b/source.jpg
{{ TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}#ffffff
{{ TEXT_STROKE_COLOR }}#000000
{{ TEXT_STROKE_WIDTH }}1
{{ WEBSITE }}www.brandname.com
{{ BRANDNAME }}BRANDNAME
{{ S2_TEXT_FONT_COLOR }}#ffffff
Edit and save to your account
3
Run it once

Save the JSON above as template.json, then render in the free sandbox:

# Save the JSON above as template.json, then:
curl -X POST https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render \
  -H "x-api-key: $SHOTSTACK_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d @template.json

# Poll until status is "done", then download response.url
curl https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render/RENDER_ID -H "x-api-key: $SHOTSTACK_API_KEY"
import { readFileSync } from 'node:fs';

const headers = { 'x-api-key': process.env.SHOTSTACK_API_KEY, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' };
const edit = JSON.parse(readFileSync('template.json', 'utf8'));

const { response } = await fetch('https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render', {
  method: 'POST', headers, body: JSON.stringify(edit)
}).then((r) => r.json());

let render;
do {
  await new Promise((r) => setTimeout(r, 3000));
  render = (await fetch(`https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render/${response.id}`, { headers }).then((r) => r.json())).response;
} while (!['done', 'failed'].includes(render.status));

console.log(render.status, render.url);
import json, os, time, requests

headers = {"x-api-key": os.environ["SHOTSTACK_API_KEY"]}
with open("template.json") as f:
    edit = json.load(f)

render_id = requests.post("https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render", json=edit, headers=headers).json()["response"]["id"]

while True:
    render = requests.get(f"https://api.shotstack.io/edit/stage/render/{render_id}", headers=headers).json()["response"]
    if render["status"] in ("done", "failed"):
        break
    time.sleep(3)

print(render["status"], render.get("url"))
npm install -g @shotstack/cli
export SHOTSTACK_API_KEY=your_sandbox_key

shotstack validate template.json          # offline schema check, free
shotstack render template.json --env stage --watch

Sandbox renders are free and watermarked. Production: the v1 endpoint and key. SDKs

4
Automate it

Point it at a sheet of quotes and render one per row — a month of posts from one lunch break.

Paste into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor — your AI assistant builds the workflow around your data.

Node.js, one render per CSV row, wired to this template's 9 merge fields. Setup steps in the header.

Guides: Bulk-create from a CSV · Webhooks · Templates endpoint · Render your first video

AI assistants: Markdown () · · · CLI skill: SKILL.md () · MCP server

Common questions

How do I change the text and media without editing the JSON?

Use the 9 merge fields listed above. Send a merge array with your own values for each field and the API swaps them in at render time, so one template can produce thousands of unique videos.

Can I use my own photos?

Yes. The template uses 2 images; replace each image asset's src with a public URL of your own file (JPG, PNG or WebP). Keep the timing and effects, or adjust them per clip.

How do I change the text and fonts?

Edit the text on each rich-text asset in the JSON. Fonts come from the timeline fonts list or the asset's font family; add your own font file URL to timeline.fonts to use a brand typeface.

What size and length is the output?

This template renders a 1080×1350 (4:5) MP4 that is 7 seconds long, built from 6 clips on 6 tracks.

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