A talking AI creator with free and low-cost tools.
Make a realistic talking AI influencer in 5 steps
Each step uses a tool with a free tier, so you can test a character before paying.
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From @ai.for.real.life on TikTok · May 2025
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The workflow
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What they did
- 1The moveThe creator breaks down a 5-step process for realistic, talking AI influencers: ChatGPT writes the image prompt (full-body shot, small imperfections like messy hair), ChatGPT writes the niche script, ElevenLabs speech-to-speech gives the voice emotion, HeyGen (or Kling, Dreamina, Hedra) animates the photo with lip sync, and the Captions app adds AI B-roll, text and cuts.
- 2Step 2ChatGPT: image prompt, then generate the photo
- 3Step 3ChatGPT: a niche script in their voice
- 4ResultThe video has 50,700 plays and 2,757 likes (TikTok, Oct 16, 2026).
Quick answers
What were the results?
The video has 50,700 plays and 2,757 likes (TikTok, Oct 16, 2026).
What tools do you need?
ChatGPT (ai assistant for ideas, scripts and planning); ElevenLabs (ai voice-over); HeyGen (ai avatar videos); Captions (ai captions, eye contact and quick edits on phone).
How much does it cost?
You can start for $0: ChatGPT, ElevenLabs, HeyGen, Captions have a free plan. Check each tool's site for current prices.
Is it allowed?
Yes. Disclose ads and label realistic AI content using TikTok's AI label. Source.
Try it yourself
Write an image prompt for a realistic, original influencer (not a real person) in the [niche] niche: full-body shot, natural light, a real street background, small imperfections like messy hair. Then write a 20-second talking script in their voice.
Your first step
ChatGPT: image prompt, then generate the photo
Full write-up & sources
What they did: The creator breaks down a 5-step process for realistic, talking AI influencers: ChatGPT writes the image prompt (full-body shot, small imperfections like messy hair), ChatGPT writes the niche script, ElevenLabs speech-to-speech gives the voice emotion, HeyGen (or Kling, Dreamina, Hedra) animates the photo with lip sync, and the Captions app adds AI B-roll, text and cuts.
Results: The video has 50,700 plays and 2,757 likes (TikTok, Oct 16, 2026).
Worth knowing: Each step uses a tool with a free tier, so you can test a character before paying. Disclose AI characters.
Source: @ai.for.real.life on TikTok · May 2025. Summarised in our own words; figures as shared by the creator. Updated .
