How to Make UGC Ads with AI For FREE

Alec Wilcock
28 Mar 202409:47

TLDRThe video script discusses the process of creating AI-generated content, debunking the myth of 100% AI-generated videos. It explains how AI alters existing videos, using examples from platforms like Fiverr. The creator then demonstrates how to produce similar content without infringing on others' likeness, utilizing free AI tools for image generation, voiceover, and video editing. The tutorial covers the steps to generate a realistic AI face, match it with a voice, and edit the final video to create a user-generated content (UGC) advertisement, emphasizing the importance of proper editing for the desired outcome.

Takeaways

  • 🚫 The video in question, circulating on social media, is not 100% AI generated as commonly believed, but has been altered with AI.
  • πŸ€– AI technology swaps faces and voices in videos, often using content from platforms like Fiverr, to create realistic, yet fictional, characters.
  • πŸŽ₯ The original video's creator attempted to correct the misinformation about the video being fully AI-generated.
  • 🌐 The video's popularity, with nearly 200,000 impressions, stems from its uncanny realism.
  • 🎬 The creator provides a step-by-step guide on how to make similar videos without using someone else's likeness, using free tools.
  • πŸ–ΌοΈ The first step in creating a video is generating a realistic AI face using platforms like Mid Journey, with a paid account for better quality.
  • πŸ—£οΈ Generating the voice for the AI character is done using services like 11 Labs, which offers professional voice options.
  • πŸ”„ Face swapping is achieved with tools like Vidos, which have free AI video face swap features.
  • 🎭 To make the AI character speak, lip-syncing is done using tools such as C or Civ, or the paid version, Sync Labs.
  • πŸ“Ή Basic video editing for aUGC (User Generated Content) style ad is demonstrated using an online video editor like Ved.
  • πŸ”— All tools mentioned in the video are linked in the description for viewers to explore and use for their own creations.

Q & A

  • What is the main claim about the video discussed in the transcript?

    -The main claim is that the video is falsely being labeled as 100% AI generated when in reality, it is altered with AI, using a real person's likeness and voice from platforms like Fiverr.

  • What is the difference between 'generated' and 'altered' in the context of AI and videos?

    -In the context of AI and videos, 'generated' would mean the AI created the content from scratch, whereas 'altered' means the AI modified or changed certain aspects of existing content, such as swapping out the face and voice.

  • How does the speaker plan to debunk the myth about the AI-generated video?

    -The speaker plans to debunk the myth by showing the audience how to create a similar video for free, using a combination of AI tools and editing techniques, without using someone else's likeness.

  • What is the first step in creating an AI-influencer video according to the transcript?

    -The first step is to generate the face of the AI influencer using a tool like Mid Journey, an AI image generator, and selecting a realistic-looking human face.

  • How does the speaker intend to generate the voice for the AI influencer?

    -The speaker intends to generate the voice using 11 Labs, which provides a professional voice library to choose from, and then typing out the text that the AI influencer will say.

  • What tool is used for face swapping in the video creation process?

    -A tool called Vidos is used for face swapping, which has an AI video face swap feature available for free.

  • How will the speaker add lip-sync to the AI influencer video?

    -The speaker will use a tool called C or Civ (likely a misspelling or mispronunciation) to lip-sync the texted speech generated with 11 Labs onto the face-swapped video.

  • What is the role of the online video editor Ved in the process?

    -Ved is used for editing the AI-influencer video, adding elements like subtitles, background music, and stock footage to create a mobile-style UGC (User Generated Content) ad.

  • How does the speaker plan to enhance the final video with additional elements?

    -The speaker plans to enhance the final video by adding subtitles, background music, stock footage, and using AI tools to remove the background and potentially place the AI influencer in a new setting.

  • What is the main takeaway from the transcript for someone wanting to create an AI-influencer video?

    -The main takeaway is that it is possible to create an AI-influencer video without using someone else's likeness by utilizing various free AI tools and editing techniques to generate a realistic-looking face and voice, and then combining them to create a UGC ad.

  • What advice does the speaker give for those who want to improve their AI-influencer video editing skills?

    -The speaker advises to spend more time and get creative with the tools provided, such as Ved for video editing and C or Civ for lip-syncing, to achieve a great final result similar to the example shown at the beginning of the transcript.

Outlines

00:00

πŸŽ₯ Debunking AI Video Myths and Creating Your Own

This paragraph discusses the widespread misconception that a particular video circulating on social media platforms is 100% AI generated. The speaker clarifies that while AI was used to alter the video, it was not entirely generated by AI. The focus is on the difference between AI-generated and AI-altered content. The speaker also addresses the ethical concerns of using AI to create videos with real people's likeness without their consent. They introduce a method to create similar videos using free tools, emphasizing the importance of using original content and respecting copyright laws.

05:02

πŸš€ Step-by-Step Guide to Creating AI-Altered Videos

In this paragraph, the speaker provides a detailed guide on how to create AI-altered videos using free online tools. They start by explaining the process of generating a realistic AI face using a paid account on Mid Journey. The speaker then discusses the importance of selecting the right AI-generated face and voice for the video. They demonstrate how to use 11 Labs for voice generation and Vidos for face swapping, as well as C or Civ for lip-syncing the AI-generated voice onto the video. The paragraph concludes with a brief mention of editing the final video using an online video editor like Ved, highlighting the potential of AI tools in content creation while maintaining ethical standards.

Mindmap

Keywords

πŸ’‘AI generated

The term 'AI generated' refers to content, such as videos or images, that are created using artificial intelligence algorithms without direct human intervention. In the context of the video, it is used to describe the process of creating a seemingly real video using AI, where the AI is responsible for generating a realistic face and voiceover for the content. The video clarifies that the claim of 100% AI generation is misleading, as the AI alters existing content rather than creating it entirely from scratch.

πŸ’‘Fiverr

Fiverr is an online marketplace where freelancers offer services, often referred to as 'gigs,' across various categories. In the video, it is mentioned as a platform where one can hire individuals to create videos, which can then be used as a base for AI to generate or alter content. The reference to Fiverr illustrates the intersection of human effort and AI technology in content creation.

πŸ’‘UGC (User Generated Content)

UGC, or User Generated Content, refers to any form of content, such as videos, images, or text, that is created and shared by users rather than professional content creators or brands. In the video, the creator is teaching viewers how to make AI-altered videos that resemble UGC ads, emphasizing the authenticity and personal touch that UGC brings to content.

πŸ’‘Face Swap

Face Swap is a technology or technique that involves replacing the face of a person in a video or image with another face. In the context of the video, face swap is a crucial step in the AI content creation process, where an AI-generated face is superimposed onto a pre-existing video, giving the illusion of a real person with a new appearance.

πŸ’‘Lip Sync

Lip Sync refers to the process of matching the mouth movements in a video to an audio track, often used in dubbing or creating lip-read content. In the video, lip sync is used to synchronize the AI-generated voiceover with the mouth movements of the AI face-swapped video, enhancing the realism and believability of the final content.

πŸ’‘Editing

Editing in the context of video production involves the manipulation and arrangement of footage, audio, and other elements to create a cohesive and engaging final product. The video emphasizes the importance of editing in achieving the desired look and feel of a UGC ad, using tools like 'Ved' to add subtitles, music, and stock footage, as well as to refine the content for a polished finish.

πŸ’‘Stock Footage

Stock footage refers to pre-recorded video content that can be licensed for various projects. It is often used to add visual variety and enhance storytelling in videos. In the video, the creator uses stock footage from 'Ved' to supplement the AI-generated content, giving it a more authentic and engaging UGC appearance.

πŸ’‘AI Influencer

An AI Influencer is a virtual character or persona created using artificial intelligence, designed to have influence over audiences similar to a human influencer. In the video, the AI influencer named 'James' is an example of how AI can be used to create seemingly real individuals for marketing and advertising purposes.

πŸ’‘Dash

In the context of the video, 'Dash' appears to be a product or brand that is being promoted through the UGC ad. It is mentioned as having various flavors and being refreshing, suggesting it might be a beverage.

πŸ’‘Discord Community

Discord is a communication platform that allows users to create and join communities, known as 'servers,' where they can interact through text, voice, and video. In the video, the creator invites viewers to join a new Discord Community for further discussion, questions, and tips sharing.

πŸ’‘mid Journey

In the context of the video, 'mid Journey' seems to be a platform or tool used for generating AI images, including faces for AI influencers. The creator uses it to create a realistic AI face for the video content.

Highlights

The video discussed is widely circulated on social media platforms like TikTok and Twitter, with claims that it is 100% AI generated, which is debunked in the transcript.

The distinction between AI generated and AI altered content is clarified, emphasizing that the video in question was altered with AI rather than fully generated by it.

The CEO of the company that claims the video was 100% AI generated is criticized for spreading misinformation.

AI is used to create realistic videos by swapping faces and voices from existing content, such as videos from Fiverr.

The video's high level of realism is highlighted, with a tweet mentioning it has nearly 200,000 impressions and appears 100% real.

The presenter aims to stop the spread of misinformation about the video being fully AI generated and introduces a real person who can be hired for video creation.

A step-by-step guide on creating a similar video without using someone else's likeness is provided, with all tools being available for free.

Mid Journey is used to generate a realistic AI face for the video, with a paid account offering better quality.

The process of regenerating the AI face until satisfaction is achieved is mentioned, emphasizing the importance of a realistic appearance.

11 Labs is used to generate the voice for the AI character, with a professional voice library providing more realistic options.

The text for the AI character's dialogue is scripted and then generated into a voiceover using 11 Labs.

Vidos, an AI video face swap tool, is introduced for replacing the face in an existing video with the AI-generated face.

The process of face swapping is demonstrated, resulting in a video with an AI face on a real human body.

Civ (or C) is used for lip-syncing the generated voiceover onto the AI face in the video, creating a more convincing final product.

Sync Labs is mentioned as a paid version of the free lip-syncing tool, offering quicker results.

Ved, an online video editor, is used to edit the AI-generated video into a mobile-style user-generated content (UGC) ad.

The importance of editing in achieving the desired look and feel of a UGC ad is emphasized, with various editing techniques demonstrated.

The final result is a realistic AI-generated UGC ad that does not use someone else's likeness, offering a creative and ethical approach to video creation.