Custom Avatars

What is Custom Avatars?

Custom avatars are personalized digital representations of individuals created in a style similar to stock avatars, capturing unique likenesses. They are designed for use in personalized videos in over 140 languages. To create a custom avatar, users can navigate to the "Avatars" tab and utilize the Avatar Builder section to customize their avatar's appearance by selecting clothing colors and adding logos. Once satisfied with the customizations, users can generate their personalized avatar, which may take up to 20 minutes to be ready for use.

Who created Custom Avatars?

Custom Avatars was created by Synthesia, a company specializing in AI video creation platforms. Synthesia's custom avatar maker allows users to choose between a browser-based webcam AI avatar or a professional-quality studio avatar for personalized videos in over 140 languages. The company offers services for creating branded content by personalizing AI avatars with options to change clothing color and add logos.

Who is Custom Avatars for?

• Marketers
• Educators
• Content creators
• Customer Support Representatives
• Real Estate Agents
• Healthcare professionals
• Social media managers
• Online Coaches
• Gamers
• Event Planners

How to use Custom Avatars?

To use Custom Avatars effectively, follow these steps:

1. Customize Avatars:

   • Navigate to the “Avatars” tab and click on “Customize” in the Avatar Builder section.

2. Choose and Customize:

   • Select the avatar you wish to customize, choose the clothing color, and upload your logo.

3. Generate Your Avatar:

   • Once satisfied with your customizations, click on “Generate Avatar.” It may take up to 20 minutes for your custom avatar to be ready.

4. Footage Recording:

   • Record yourself in a well-lit space and ensure your face is clearly visible, then upload the footage to Synthesia.

5. Footage Submission:

   • Upload your video footage and consent in the “Avatars” tab once they are ready.

6. Footage Processing:

   • After submission, the AI model will synthesize your avatar, which may take a few days.

7. Receive Notification:

   • You will receive an email once your studio avatar is ready for use.

By following these steps, you can successfully create and customize your own custom avatars for various purposes such as video creation and presentations.