Thingy
Avatar Video Instructions
We've prepared detailed instructions for you to create a world-class avatar!
Shooting Tips
1.
We recommend using professional cameras (The higher quality the better). Mobile phones or webcam can also work.
2.
Choose a quiet environment with good lighting for recording.
3.
Record at least one 2-minute long uninterrupted speech.
4.
We recommend filming it at 1080p for higher Avatar resolution quality. The effect of 4K 60FPS will be even better.
5.
Do not edit or cut the footage in the middle, make sure it is a continuous shot.
6.
Do not walk or move around, stand still and avoid sudden head motions or unnatural body movements. Be natural and calm. Your avatar will perform exactly the same way as you do.
7.
Please maintain direct eye contact with the camera at all times during the recording. Avoid looking around or up and down during the recording.
8.
Please try to keep hand movements below chest level and avoid raising them above your chest.
9.
Take pauses with lips closed in between sentences. Make sure you take pauses with eyes looking at the camera.
a. 2-3 second pause at the start of the video
b. 1-2 second pause in the middle between long sentences
Recording Script
Choose a topic that you feel comfortable to talk about
It can be anything, as long as it keep you focus on the camera and help you enter the presenter mode. For example:
Deliver a Product Update
Introduce Your Business
Give a Self Intro
Give a Sales Pitch
Give a Training Lesson
Remember to smile and take pauses with lips closed.
If you're not prepared for a speech without script yet, no worries! We have prepared a 2-min script for you.
2-min Preset Script
Hello!
I'm feeling good right now with a relaxed tone, and I'm very confident that I can do well on this recording 😃.
I'm in front of the camera and ready to start.
<Close your mouth and breath through nose >
The lighting is good, and there aren't any harsh shadows on my face. My pronunciation is clear, and I'm feeling very relaxed because this process has been simple, easy, and enjoyable 🥰. I'll be making some natural, slight hand movements throughout the recording 👐, but I won't be moving my body or head too much. These subtle gestures👐 will help me look more natural and relaxed.
<Close your mouth and breath through nose >
I'm not wearing glasses or any other accessories, so my face can be clearly displayed. My tone of voice is steady, and I'm speaking in a natural way. I'm taking a pause between sentences, closing my mouth and breathing through my nose. I'm in a relaxed mood, and this recording process is really fun 🥰.
<Close your mouth and breath through nose >
I also want to share something interesting with you. I'm thinking about some happy memories, and it's making me feel like life is very full and interesting. I'm holding onto this relaxed and happy mood 😃 and hoping to keep it forever 🥰.
<Close your mouth and breath through nose >
Now, I'm going to try adding in some slight hand movements 👐 to make things feel more natural. My tone of voice is still steady and emotional, and I've been doing a great job up to this point. I'll continue doing my best until the end of the recording.
<Close your mouth and breath through nose >
It's a great pleasure to meet you today, and I'm looking forward to seeing how this recording turns out. So far, everything has gone well, and I hope things are going well for you too 😃.
Consent Statement
A formal consent statement must also be video-recorded and sent along with the footage to approve usage of your footage. An example is given as follows:
I, John Doe, allow HeyGen to use the footage of me to build a HeyGen Avatar for use on the HeyGen platform.
Recording Examples
Frequently asked questions
Can I stand or sit while shooting?
You can either stand or sit while shooting, but please ensure that your face remains clear and visible and that you are facing the camera directly.
How can I use my own voice?
Instant Avatar has the voice cloning feature. After cloning your voice, your avatar will use your voice in the preview video. You can also customize the voice clone separately and select it in the TTS section of the editing page.
How are the hand movements and facial expressions of the Avatar generated?
The hand movements and facial expressions of your avatar are derived from your original materials. If your original materials do not include hand movements or contain too many hand movements, your avatar will exhibit the same behavior. The same principle applies to facial expressions; if your avatar did not display any expressions in the original materials, it will reflect the same. Therefore, we recommend that if you want your avatar to have rich and natural hand movements and cheerful expressions, you can adjust your hand movements and facial expressions when capturing the materials.