The 2026 Video Trends Guide
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We pulled together research insights, endless hours of scrolling various feeds, and experts in cinematography, video production, visual design, content and marketing to spot the emerging trends we think will shape video next year.
Collage
With a history that dates back as far as 200 BC China, collage is not a new art form by any means. But the popularity of junk journaling, DIY crafting, and remix culture is beginning to stretch this influence to video – especially animation.
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As generative AI content continues to become more sophisticated, consumers are looking for trust from brands. 86% of Americans believe transparency from businesses is more important than ever before.
Dreamcore
This trend is all about creating videos that transport audiences away from their phones, screens, and feeds by creating a familiar but blurry reality that they can escape into.
