What This Agent Does
This powerful automation workflow transforms your video ideas into published TikTok content with zero manual effort. Simply submit a video concept through a form, and the agent automatically generates a professional video using AI, creates an engaging TikTok-style caption, and publishes directly to your TikTok account—all in minutes.
Key benefits include:
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Save 2-3 hours per video by eliminating manual video creation, caption writing, and posting
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Maintain consistent posting schedule without the creative burnout
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Scale your TikTok presence by producing multiple videos daily with minimal input
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Professional quality output leveraging GPT-4 for captions and Pixverse's latest V4.5 video generation
Perfect for: Content creators, social media managers, marketing teams, influencers, and businesses looking to maintain an active TikTok presence without dedicating hours to content creation.
Required Integrations
Pixverse V4.5
Why it's needed: Pixverse V4.5 is the AI video generation engine that transforms your text prompts into high-quality video content. This integration is the creative heart of your workflow, producing the actual video assets.
Setup steps:
- Visit Pixverse.ai and create an account
- Navigate to your account settings or API section
- Generate a new API key (look for "Developer" or "API Access" options)
- Copy the API key to your clipboard
- In TaskAGI, go to Integrations from the left sidebar
- Search for "Pixverse V4.5" and click Connect
- Paste your API key in the authentication field
- Click Test Connection to verify the integration works
- Save the integration once verified
Important notes:
- Pixverse V4.5 requires credits or a subscription plan for video generation
- Check your Pixverse account balance before running workflows
- API keys are sensitive—never share them publicly
OpenAI
Why it's needed: OpenAI's GPT-4o-mini model powers the caption generation, creating engaging, TikTok-optimized text that drives engagement and views. This integration ensures your videos have professional, platform-specific copy.
Setup steps:
- Go to platform.openai.com and sign in or create an account
- Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner
- Select API Keys from the dropdown menu
- Click Create new secret key
- Give your key a descriptive name like "TaskAGI TikTok Workflow"
- Copy the key immediately (it won't be shown again)
- In TaskAGI, navigate to Integrations
- Find "OpenAI" and click Connect
- Paste your API key in the provided field
- Click Verify to test the connection
- Save the integration
Configuration tips:
- Ensure your OpenAI account has available credits or an active billing plan
- The workflow uses
gpt-4o-mini which is cost-effective for caption generation
- Monitor your usage through the OpenAI dashboard
Postiz
Why it's needed: Postiz handles both file uploading and social media posting, serving as the bridge between your generated content and TikTok. This integration manages the final publishing step automatically.
Setup steps:
- Create an account at Postiz.app
- Connect your TikTok account to Postiz:
- Go to Connected Accounts in Postiz
- Click Add Account and select TikTok
- Follow the OAuth flow to authorize Postiz
- Generate a Postiz API key:
- Navigate to Settings > API Keys
- Click Create New API Key
- Name it "TaskAGI Integration"
- Copy the generated key
- In TaskAGI, go to Integrations
- Search for "Postiz" and click Connect
- Enter your API key
- Test the connection to ensure proper authentication
- Save the integration
Additional requirements:
- Your TikTok account must be a Business or Creator account for API access
- Verify posting permissions are granted in the Postiz authorization
- Check Postiz's TikTok posting limits and requirements
Configuration Steps
Step 1: Configure the Video Request Form (Trigger)
This form node is your workflow's entry point, capturing the video concept from you or your team.
Configuration:
- Click on the Video Request Form node
- Add the following form fields:
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PROMPT (Text Area): Label it "Video Description" with placeholder text "Describe the video you want to create..."
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Additional Fields (Optional): Add fields for video style, duration preference, or target audience
- Set form submission settings:
- Enable Email Notifications if you want alerts on new submissions
- Configure Access Permissions (public link, team-only, or password-protected)
- Copy the form URL from the node settings for easy access
Pro tip: Keep the form simple initially. You can always add more fields as you refine your process.
Step 2: Set Up Video Generation (Pixverse V4.5)
This node transforms your text prompt into an actual video file.
Configuration:
- Select the Generate Video node
- In the Prompt field, map the form input:
{{nodes.3141.PROMPT}}
- Configure video parameters:
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Aspect Ratio: Select
9:16 for TikTok's vertical format
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Duration: Choose between 3-10 seconds (TikToks perform best at 7-15 seconds)
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Style: Select your preferred visual style (realistic, animated, cinematic, etc.)
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Quality: Set to High for best results
- Enable Wait for Completion to ensure the video fully generates before proceeding
Example prompt structure:
A dynamic shot of {{nodes.3141.PROMPT}}, cinematic lighting, trending on TikTok
Step 3: Configure Caption Generation (OpenAI)
This node creates engaging, TikTok-optimized captions using AI.
Configuration:
- Click the Generate Caption node
- Verify the Model is set to
gpt-4o-mini (cost-effective and fast)
- The system prompt is pre-configured as a TikTok content expert
- In the User Prompt field, reference the video data:
Create a viral TikTok caption for this video: {{nodes.3142.video_data}}
Include relevant hashtags and a hook in the first line.
- Set Max Tokens to
200 (sufficient for captions)
- Set Temperature to
0.7 for creative but focused output
Caption optimization settings:
- Enable Include Hashtags in your prompt
- Request 3-5 relevant hashtags maximum
- Ask for a strong opening hook to capture attention
Step 4: Configure File Upload (Postiz)
This node uploads your generated video to Postiz's media library.
Configuration:
- Select the Upload to Postiz node
- Map the video file from Pixverse:
{{nodes.3142.video_data}}
- Set File Type to
video
- Configure upload settings:
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Folder: Create or select "TikTok Videos"
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Filename: Use dynamic naming like
tiktok_{{nodes.3141.submittedAt}}.mp4
- Enable Wait for Upload to ensure the file is ready before posting
Step 5: Configure TikTok Posting (Postiz)
The final node publishes your video with the AI-generated caption.
Configuration:
- Click the Post to TikTok node
- Map the required fields:
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Media ID:
{{nodes.3144.id}}
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Caption:
{{nodes.3143.content}}
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Platform: Select
TikTok
- Configure posting options:
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Post Timing: Choose "Immediate" or "Schedule" based on your strategy
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Privacy: Set to "Public" for maximum reach
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Allow Comments: Enable for engagement
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Allow Duet/Stitch: Enable based on your content strategy
- Optional settings:
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Disclosure: Add if required for sponsored content
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Brand Content Toggle: Enable if applicable
Best practices:
- Test with "Draft" mode first before going live
- Schedule posts during peak engagement hours (typically 6-9 PM)
- Enable all engagement features unless you have specific reasons not to
Step 6: Workflow Note (Documentation)
This node doesn't affect execution but helps document your workflow.
Configuration:
- Click the Workflow Note node
- Add documentation such as:
- Workflow purpose and goals
- Expected execution time
- Monthly usage estimates
- Last updated date
- Known limitations or considerations
Testing Your Agent
Running Your First Test
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Access the form: Navigate to the Video Request Form URL
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Submit a test prompt: Use a simple, clear description like:
A cute golden retriever puppy playing in a sunny park with autumn leaves
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Monitor execution: Go to Workflow Runs in TaskAGI to watch real-time progress
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Check execution time: The complete workflow typically takes 2-5 minutes
Verification Checklist
After Form Submission:
- ✅ Confirm the form data appears in the workflow run details
- ✅ Verify the prompt was captured correctly
After Video Generation:
- ✅ Check that Pixverse returned a video URL
- ✅ Preview the video to ensure it matches your prompt
- ✅ Verify the video is in 9:16 aspect ratio
After Caption Generation:
- ✅ Review the generated caption for relevance
- ✅ Confirm hashtags are appropriate and trending
- ✅ Check that the caption length is TikTok-appropriate (under 2,200 characters)
After File Upload:
- ✅ Verify the file uploaded successfully to Postiz
- ✅ Check that the media ID was returned
- ✅ Confirm the file is accessible in Postiz's media library
After TikTok Posting:
- ✅ Verify the post appears on your TikTok profile
- ✅ Check that the video plays correctly
- ✅ Confirm the caption and hashtags display properly
- ✅ Verify all engagement settings are correct
Success Indicators
Your workflow is successful when:
- All nodes show green checkmarks in the execution log
- The video appears on TikTok within 5 minutes
- The caption is engaging and includes relevant hashtags
- No error messages appear in any node
- The video quality meets your standards
Troubleshooting
Video Generation Fails
Error: "Insufficient credits" or "API limit reached"
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Solution: Check your Pixverse account balance and add credits or upgrade your plan
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Prevention: Monitor credit usage and set up low-balance alerts
Error: "Prompt rejected" or "Content policy violation"
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Solution: Review Pixverse's content guidelines and revise your prompt to avoid prohibited content
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Prevention: Avoid prompts with violence, explicit content, or copyrighted material
Error: "Video generation timeout"
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Solution: Complex prompts may take longer; increase the timeout setting in the node configuration
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Prevention: Start with simpler prompts and gradually increase complexity
Caption Generation Issues
Error: "OpenAI API authentication failed"
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Solution: Verify your API key is correct and hasn't expired; regenerate if necessary
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Prevention: Store API keys securely and rotate them periodically
Problem: Captions are generic or off-topic
Problem: Missing hashtags or poor formatting
Upload and Posting Failures
Error: "File upload failed" to Postiz
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Solution: Check that the video file from Pixverse is valid and accessible
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Troubleshooting steps:
- Verify the video URL is active
- Check file size limits (TikTok max: 287.6 MB)
- Ensure video format is supported (MP4, MOV, WEBM)
Error: "TikTok posting failed" or "Authorization error"
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Solution: Reconnect your TikTok account in Postiz
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Steps:
- Go to Postiz > Connected Accounts
- Remove the TikTok connection
- Re-add and re-authorize TikTok
- Verify posting permissions are granted
Error: "Video violates TikTok community guidelines"
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Solution: Review TikTok's content policies and regenerate with a compliant prompt
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Prevention: Avoid controversial topics, copyrighted content, or misleading information
Data Flow Issues
Problem: Variables not passing between nodes
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Solution: Check node references are correct (e.g.,
nodes.3141.PROMPT not nodes.3141.prompt)
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Debugging: Use the Test Node feature to inspect outputs at each step
Problem: Workflow stops mid-execution
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Solution: Check for timeout settings and increase if necessary
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Common causes:
- Video generation taking longer than expected
- Network connectivity issues
- API rate limits reached
Next Steps
After Successful Setup
Immediate actions:
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Create a content calendar: Schedule regular form submissions to maintain consistent posting
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Build a prompt library: Document successful prompts for different content types
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Set up monitoring: Enable workflow notifications for failures or completions
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Track performance: Monitor which AI-generated videos perform best on TikTok
Optimization Suggestions
Improve video quality:
- Experiment with different Pixverse style settings
- Test various prompt structures to find what generates best
- Add style modifiers like "cinematic," "vibrant," or "trending"
Enhance captions:
- A/B test different caption styles (question-based, storytelling, direct)
- Analyze which hashtag combinations drive more views
- Adjust the GPT temperature setting for more or less creative output
Scale your workflow:
- Create multiple versions for different TikTok niches
- Add conditional logic to route different content types differently
- Integrate analytics to automatically track post performance
Cost optimization:
- Use
gpt-4o-mini instead of gpt-4 for caption generation (already configured)
- Batch video generation during off-peak hours if Pixverse offers pricing tiers
- Monitor API usage and set budget alerts
Advanced Usage Tips
Batch processing:
- Modify the form to accept multiple prompts at once
- Add a loop node to process multiple videos in one workflow run
- Schedule bulk content creation for the week ahead
Content variations:
- Create duplicate workflows for different video styles (educational, entertainment, promotional)
- Add a node to generate multiple caption variations and select the best
- Implement A/B testing by posting slight variations and tracking performance
Quality control:
- Add a manual approval step before posting (use a webhook or Slack notification)
- Implement content moderation checks using additional AI nodes
- Create a review queue for generated videos before they go live
Integration expansion:
- Cross-post to Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts using additional Postiz nodes
- Add analytics tracking with Google Analytics or Mixpanel
- Connect to a CRM to track which content drives conversions
Workflow templates:
- Save successful prompt patterns as reusable templates
- Create themed workflows for holidays, trends, or campaigns
- Build a library of pre-configured workflows for different content pillars
Congratulations! You've now set up a fully automated TikTok content creation and publishing system. Start with simple prompts, monitor the results, and gradually refine your approach. Within a few weeks, you'll have a content machine that consistently produces engaging T