Create a virtual character with HeyGen AI
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Demo summary
The user demonstrates designing a virtual character named Jack from scratch by selecting attributes like age, ethnicity, and Pixar style, then choosing a voice from the library.
Step-by-step
- Select 'Design with AI' to create a character from scratch
- Fill in the required fields including name, age, gender, and ethnicity
- Enter a short description with one or two features
- Select an orientation, a pose, and a visual style
- Click 'Generate Preview' and wait 15 to 30 seconds
- Select your preferred character option and click 'Save'
- Choose a voice from the library or use the voice design feature
Options
- Upload a photo instead of designing from scratch
- Select 'Pixar style' for the character aesthetic
- Clone your own voice instead of using the library
- Use filters to narrow down the voice library
Watch out for
- Name, age, gender, and ethnicity are required fields
Tips
- Type a simple sentence with just one or two features for the character description
Highlights
“And just like that, our avatar is ready.”
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