The Rundown: HeyGen lets you create personalized videos with lifelike AI-generated avatar clones and unique AI voices.

🧰 Who is this useful for?

• Marketers creating promotional videos
• Educators producing engaging training content
• Businesses generating AI-powered presentations
• Content creators making personalized videos

STEP 1: Sign Up for HeyGen

Head over to the HeyGen website and click on “Get started for free”.

Fill in the required information to create your account, and you'll be given some free credits to explore the platform's capabilities and create your personalized AI avatar video.

STEP 2: Access the AI Studio

Once you've successfully signed up and logged into your HeyGen account, you’ll be taken to the Dashboard. On the left sidebar, you'll find a menu of options.

Click where it says AI Studio to enter the creative hub where two main options will be presented to start your video creation process. If you prefer a guided approach, select the “Templates” option to browse through a collection of pre-designed templates. These templates provide a structured framework for your video, allowing you to customize various elements to suit your needs.

Alternatively, if you have a specific vision in mind, choose the "Create with AI Studio" option. This allows you to start from a blank canvas and build your video from the ground up, giving you complete control over every aspect of your presentation.

STEP 3: Customize Your Video in the Studio

Once you've selected a template or opted to create your video from scratch, you'll be directed to the actual AI Studio. This intuitive interface offers a wide range of tools and features to bring your AI avatar video to life. Let's explore some of the key elements you can customize:

a. Text and Images: Add text content to your video by adding a simple text box or choosing one pre-formatted text box.

b. Images: You can also incorporate images or videos by either uploading them where it says “Assets” or heading over to “Elements” and picking from the wide range of images, objects, shapes, and videos that HeyGen has.

c. AI Avatar Selection: One of the most exciting aspects of HeyGen is the ability to choose from many AI-generated avatar clones. If you are looking for very professional and realistic avatars, check the ones under Studio Avatars. Browse through the avatar gallery and select the one that best represents your brand, personality, or desired look. These lifelike avatars will serve as the face and voice of your video. Note: You can also add your own AI avatar instead of one from HeyGen; however, this is not part of their free trial., captivating your audience with their realistic appearance and movements.

d. AI Script Generation: Now that you have an AI avatar, it’s time for the script. To add a script, simply go to Scripts and add what you want your AI avatar to say. If you're struggling to find the right words for your video, click on the “OpenAI” logo and it will generate a compelling script for your video. You can then refine and edit the script to make sure your message is perfect.

e. AI Voice Selection: To further personalize your video, HeyGen has a range of unique AI voices. In the Scripts tab, select the voice to choose one that aligns with your brand identity, target audience, or the tone of your message.

f. Background Music: If that was not enough, there is a library of lots of music tracks with different genres and styles. To access it, go to the Elements tab, scroll down to where it says Music, and select a track that complements your content.

STEP 5: Preview and Submit Your Video

Once you're satisfied with your video, it's time to bring it to life. Click the "Submit" button, and HeyGen's advanced AI algorithms will work their magic, creating your personalized video with great realism. Within moments, you'll have a fully realized AI avatar video ready to captivate your audience 🎉