Here’s what you’ll learn on October 30th:
✅ Turn text-based training into engaging stories
✅ Boost video completion rates
✅ Simplify complex topics with a brand-new AI tool
✅ Take personalization further by speaking directly to your audience
tl;dr: ✨ EVERYTHING ✨ you need to take your training content to the next level in 2025 (and beyond)]]>
What’s SCORM?
SCORM is a standard format that allows you to upload and track eLearning content in an LMS (Learning Management System).
Why It’s Awesome
📁 Not only can you export videos in SCORM format, but all your video translations and chapters will be included and translated. So your viewers can watch videos in the language they prefer in your LMS.
✏️ Plus, if you ever update your video in Synthesia, just republish it, and your LMS will automatically reflect the changes—no need for re-exports.
📈 Set completion criteria in Synthesia and track how your viewers interact with your video in your LMS, making it easy to see how much content they’ve watched.
🗄 We support SCORM 1.2 and SCORM 2004 formats, making integration even more flexible.
How to Use It
Here’s how to export a video in SCORM:
Generate the video.Ensure the video is
published.Click on the
SCORMdropdown in the publish panel.Set the completion percentage(what % of the video should be watched to mark it complete).Hit
Export SCORMand download the .zip file.
Watch 2-minute video created with AI Screen Recorder:
Why It's Awesome
No more retakes or frustration! Record your screen in one take, and Synthesia will automatically transcribe it. You can easily edit every detail afterwards—change the script, voiceover, add an avatar, and polish your video easily.
Key features include:
✂️ Automatic scene splitting, making post-editing a breeze.
💬 Removal of filler words and pauses, ensuring your video is smooth and easy to follow.
💧 Blur sensitive information during recording for added privacy.
How to Use It
Create a New Video with Screen Recording
Install the Chrome extension, then open the extension on any page to start recording.Record your screen with or without voiceover—Synthesia will create a new video automatically and transcribe your speech. Once done, your recording is ready for editing.
Add Screen Recording to an Existing Video
Open any existing video and click the Record button.Choose the screen or window you want to capture.
Record with or without audio, and once finished, Synthesia will add your recording to the video timeline for further edits.
We highly recommend you to add an avatar and find a perfect stock from our extensive library. This will make your recording look and sound professional and ready for external use.
Tips for Best Results
🎧 Record in a quiet environment to ensure clear audio.
🧠 Use the AI video assistant in the script box to polish your voiceover script after recording.
🌍 Speak any language supported by Synthesia — we will transcribe your voiceover in 140+ languages.
🌍 Translate your videos into 80+ languages
👥 Invite translation agencies or teammates to review translations
▶️ Make your videos multilingual, allowing viewers to watch in their preferred language
Watch 2-minute video about the update:
5 Key Things to Know About the Multilingual Video Player:
🌎 Auto-language detection: Your video will play in the viewer’s browser language automatically, as long as that language version exists.
🔤 Easy language switching: Switching languages is a breeze – just like Netflix or Apple TV. Users can pick their preferred language directly in the video player, with no reloading needed.
📚 AI-powered Chapters: Enhance navigation with chapters, either AI-generated or manually added. Plus, Synthesia translates them for you!
🆗 Automatic captions: Captions are auto-generated for every translation. Users can toggle them on anytime.
💻 SCORM export: Easily export SCORM files and embed the player into your LMS. Our Multilingual Player is fully SCORM-compatible, so you can track progress, interactions, and completion rates effortlessly.
How to Use the Multilingual Video Player:
Getting started is easy:
Translate your video like you did before: after generating a video, click
Translate, select your languages, and Synthesia will create a separate folder with all the translations.Publishyour original video and selectInclude translations. All versions will be linked, so viewers can choose their preferred language.Embedthe player wherever you need it – in your LMS, on your website, or share the link. Your audience can now watch the video in their preferred language, no matter where they are.
Why Use the Multilingual Video Player?
📈 Boost Engagement: Viewers can access content in their own language, meaning they understand the material better, acquire new skills faster, and are more engaged overall.
🌍 Reach a Global Audience: Ensure that people worldwide have equal access to the knowledge and content you create.
📊 Track & Analyze: With SCORM integration, you can easily monitor video engagement and completion rates in different languages, ensuring you effectively reach your global audience.
]]>Extra tip: Localize your content in every detail. Find the perfect avatar for each translated version from our diverse library, and use stock content to make your videos resonate even more.
What does this feature do?
You can now automatically apply Brand Kit to videos you start creating in Synthesia. Also — transform docs, decks, and links into branded videos with AI Video Assistant.
Why is this important?
The Brand Kit can significantly enhance your video creation workflow:
⏰ It speeds up your video creation: No more starting from scratch. Choose a template, and your brand kit will be applied automatically.
📉 It reduces costs: You don't need extra design help — any team member can create professional, on-brand videos in-house.
😊 It boosts engagement and builds trust: Consistent, polished videos make your brand more memorable and effective.
How to use
First of all — you need to create a brand kit. Add your colour palette, logos, favourite avatars and fonts. Synthesia will automatically create Themes — colour kits that will be applied to your videos.
Turn any doc, deck, or link into a branded video
Upload a PDF, PPTX, or URL to AI Video Assistant. Choose a template and preview it with your brand kit applied. Make sure your default brand kit is selected as well.Start generating your script. If you're not happy with the result, simply regenerate it.
Apply the brand kit to any Template
Select a Template.Preview it with your brand kit applied.Start creating your video.
Apply the brand kit to Scenes in Editor
Add scenes from Templates.Apply your Brand kit and your video will automatically be updated.
Can I rebrand old videos?
Yes, you can if they are based on the currently available Synthesia template. Unfortunately, manually created videos can’t be rebranded.
Tips
👩🏼 Create customized avatars: recolor the outfit and add your logo with Avatar Builder.
👀 If you don't want to use a brand kit, you can always choose “No brand kit” option.
✨ Create multiple brand kits if you use different colour palettes or logos for various products in your team.
New avatars available on Starter, Creator & Enterprise plans:
👤 Ali in wide and close framings with a Confident voice.
👤 Finn in wide and close framings with a Clear voice.
👤 Mariana in wide and close framings with a Grounded voice.
👤 Arthur in wide and close framings with an Instructional voice.
👤 Helena in wide and close framings with a Cheerful voice.
👤 Ophelia in wide and close framings with a Radiant voice.
👤 Jonas in wide and close framings with a Keen voice.
👤 Cole in close framing with a Crisp voice.
👤 Melody in close framing with a Subtle voice.
Avatars available just for Enterprise plan users:
👋 New Talia in wide and close framings with her new outfit with a Deep voice.
👋 New Paloma in close framing with her new hairstyle with a Serene voice.
What videos can you create with expressive avatars?
💬 Create friendly customer support videos, guiding your audience and helping solve the issue.
❣️ Produce marketing videos — avatars will show enthusiasm and showcase your product in the best way possible.
👨⚕️ Make videos for sensitive use cases, like healthcare — avatars can show empathy and make your audience feel comfortable.
Try new expressive avatars, and let us know what you think.
Happy creating!
]]>Watch a 2-minute video or read our release notes below:
5 Things to Know About Personal Avatars
🛋️ Record in any space that reflects you: office, home, or outside. Your avatars will include the background.
🗣️ Speak in English, French, German, or Spanish. Your voice will be accurately replicated in 29 languages.
🫶🏻 Use hand gestures for natural movements. Holding something can help.
🚶🏻 Walk towards the camera for a realistic look, whether holding your smartphone or moving freely.
📐 Record from different angles. This helps create polished and well-edited videos
How to Create Your Personal Avatar
Open the Avatars tab in the sidebar. Click on Personal Avatar. Watch the instructional video and choose how you want to create an avatar. There are two simple ways to create your personal avatar:
⌨️ Read a short script in front of your webcam.
📱 Upload footage you recorded on another device.
Finally, you will record a short consent. We will ensure your avatar is safe and secure.
How to Use Your Personal Avatar
We say — be creative. Try these use cases:
Sales Outreach: Create a short video with your pitch and send it to a prospect. This can significantly increase the response rate. Check out this example.
Influencer Content: Double down on content creation using a personal avatar. You can create multilingual campaigns after recording yourself just once. Check out this example.
Leadership Update: Share news, updates, or ideas with your team regularly. Employees are more engaged when they know what's happening. Check out this example.
How Many Avatars Can I Create?
Starter Plan: 3 avatars on monthly and annual licenses.
Creator Plan: 5 avatars on monthly and annual licenses.
Enterprise Plan: Unlimited avatars.
🗒️ You can always delete the avatars that you created and record a new one.
New Stock Personal Avatars and Templates
We have a little surprise — Ada, Joshua, and Alex now have personal avatars.
Ada is available on all plans. Joshua and Alex are available on Starter, Creator, and Enterprise plans.
Check out the two new templates: one for sales outreach and one for the social media post.
Your personal Avatar looks, sounds, and even gestures exactly like you… but also speaks 29 languages fluently, never looks tired, and, most importantly, supercharges your video creation.
Join us on July 31st for a deep dive with our CEO Victor Riparbelli as we launch Personal Avatars on Synthesia and show exactly how you can use them to create slick, personalised and more impactful videos for your business.
See you! 💖
Watch the event:
]]>Watch the video created in Synthesia and use it as a template. Just duplicate it and start creating! ✏️
📹 Direct cut: Create fast-paced videos easily with the new Direct Cut transition. It removes delays between scenes, keeping your viewers engaged without losing the context.
⌨️ New shortcuts: Speed up your video creation process with keyboard shortcuts. With just a few key combinations, you can quickly change the order of layers or make text bold. Find out more about shortcuts and start using them today.
🖼 New stock library: Access over 40 million media assets, including Getty Images, Giphy gifs, Pexels content, and Soundstripe music. Our new media library enables you to create diverse and engaging scenes.
Use this video as a template to create simple yet captivating videos [✔️duplicate and start using].
]]>Watch our CEO & Co-Founder Victor Riparbelli introducing updates on personal avatars, translations, video player, and…a glimpse into the future of interactive video 🪄
🔥 Watch the event here🔥
What are you most excited about? 👀