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= Digital Actors =
== Overview ==
== Overview ==
Digital Actors in ACT 3 AI are AI-generated or imported virtual performers that bring characters to life in your films, marketing content, or social media videos.   
'''Digital Actors''' in [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] are AI-generated characters that can perform scripted roles within your productions.   
They can be fully AI-driven, animated using [[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture]], or a combination of both, allowing for realistic movement, expressions, and voice delivery without requiring live actors on set.
They combine realistic visual rendering, customizable personalities, and controllable performance styles, making them essential for both narrative and commercial content.   
 
== Key Benefits ==
1. Eliminate the cost and logistics of hiring physical actors.
2. Customize appearance, clothing, voice, and performance style.
3. Enable consistent performances across multiple projects.
4. Integrate with [[Sets|Virtual Sets]] and AI cinematography for a complete production pipeline.
5. Combine AI animation with human-recorded MoCap for maximum realism.
 
== Digital Actor Creation Workflow ==
1. **Open the Casting Tool** 
  Access the [[Cast|Cast]] section in the [[Editor|Editor]].
 
2. **Select Actor Type**  
  Choose from:
  * **AI-Generated Actor:** Fully AI-modeled with procedural animation.
  * **Imported Actor Model:** From FBX, GLB, or other 3D formats.
  * **Hybrid Actor:** AI-driven body animation with human motion capture overlay.
 
3. **Customize Appearance** 
  Adjust facial features, body shape, hair, wardrobe, and accessories.


4. **Assign Voice** 
Digital Actors can be used in [[Timeline_&_Storyboard|storyboards]], [[Shot_Prompting|shot prompts]], and final [[Build_Video|build videos]], replacing the need for traditional casting while preserving creative control.
  Pick an AI-generated voice or import recorded audio. 
  * Supports multiple languages and accents.
  * Syncs automatically with lip movement.


5. **Define Performance Style** 
== Key Capabilities ==
  Choose acting tone (e.g., dramatic, comedic, corporate) and emotional range.
* '''Character Library:''' Choose from a catalog of pre-designed archetypes (heroes, villains, narrators, etc.).
* '''Customization:''' Adjust [[Characters|character attributes]]—age, gender, ethnicity, wardrobe, voice, and movement style. 
* '''Performance Direction:''' Control body language, tone, and emotional intensity through [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] prompts.
* '''Voice & Lip Sync:''' Pair with [[Audio_Tracks|audio tracks]] for synced dialogue and natural expressions. 
* '''Cross-Scene Continuity:''' Keep the same Digital Actor consistent across multiple [[Scenes|scenes]] or even entire [[Projects|projects]]. 
* '''Multi-Actor Interaction:''' Place multiple actors together with collision-aware staging and dynamic [[Camera_Angles|camera angles]]. 


6. **Apply Animation Source**   
== How to Use ==
  * AI procedural animation.
# Open the [[Editor|Editor workspace]] and select **Digital Actor → Add Actor**. 
  * Imported MoCap from [[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture]] devices.
# Browse the available catalog or import a saved preset.  
  * Keyframe editing for fine-tuned movements.
# Customize appearance (hair, clothing, accessories) and attributes (age, height, style). 
# Add scripted dialogue or link to [[Import_Script|imported scripts]].
# Position the actor within [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D or 3D sets]].
# Preview in [[Top_Down_View|Top Down View]] and finalize in the [[Build_Video|video build]].


7. **Place Actor in Set** 
== Example Workflow ==
  Position the actor within the scene, blocking them according to camera and lighting setup.
{| class="wikitable"
! Step
! Action
! Output
|-
| 1
| Import a [[Script_Editor|script]]
| Scene dialogue linked to Digital Actor
|-
| 2
| Add Digital Actor (e.g., “Detective” preset)
| Character model placed in set
|-
| 3
| Customize attributes (age 42, trench coat, gravelly voice)
| Unique, tailored character
|-
| 4
| Assign dialogue and expressions
| Actor lip-syncs with emotion
|-
| 5
| Render preview with [[Camera_Movement|camera movement]]
| Cinematic clip with full performance
|}


8. **Preview & Adjust**  
== Tips ==
  Test movement, facial animation, and voice sync before final rendering.
* Use consistent wardrobe and voice profiles to maintain continuity across episodes.
* Combine facial expression controls with [[Lighting|lighting setups]] for dramatic effect. 
* Save frequently used actors into the [[Media_Library|Media Library]] for reuse.  
* For ensemble scenes, stagger body movement settings to avoid robotic uniformity.


== Integration with Other Tools ==
== See Also ==
1. **Cinematography:** Works with [[Creating_AI_Cinematography|AI Cinematography]] to track actors dynamically.
* [[Characters]] 
2. **Lighting Design:** Automatically adjusts shadows and highlights to fit the scene.
* [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]] 
3. **Scene Continuity:** Saves wardrobe, position, and expressions for multi-scene consistency.
* [[Camera_Angles|Camera Angles]] 
* [[Camera_Movement|Camera Movement]]
* [[Audio_Tracks|Audio Tracks]] 
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] 


== Best Practices ==
1. Use consistent wardrobe and facial presets for recurring characters.
2. Blend AI and MoCap animation for the most natural performance.
3. Keep actor file sizes optimized for faster render times.
4. Test performance in multiple camera angles before finalizing.


== Related Pages ==
[https://act3ai.com/contact Contact Us] if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.
* [[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture]]
* [[Creating_Movies|Creating Movies]]
* [[Creating_Marketing_Videos|Creating Marketing Videos]]
* [[Creating_Social_Media_Videos|Creating Social Media Videos]]
* [[Sets|Virtual Set Design]]
* [[Creating_AI_Cinematography|Creating AI Cinematography]]
* [[Build_Video|Rendering & Exporting Videos]]

Latest revision as of 16:00, 27 August 2025

Overview

Digital Actors in ACT 3 AI are AI-generated characters that can perform scripted roles within your productions. They combine realistic visual rendering, customizable personalities, and controllable performance styles, making them essential for both narrative and commercial content.

Digital Actors can be used in storyboards, shot prompts, and final build videos, replacing the need for traditional casting while preserving creative control.

Key Capabilities

  • Character Library: Choose from a catalog of pre-designed archetypes (heroes, villains, narrators, etc.).
  • Customization: Adjust character attributes—age, gender, ethnicity, wardrobe, voice, and movement style.
  • Performance Direction: Control body language, tone, and emotional intensity through AI Wizard prompts.
  • Voice & Lip Sync: Pair with audio tracks for synced dialogue and natural expressions.
  • Cross-Scene Continuity: Keep the same Digital Actor consistent across multiple scenes or even entire projects.
  • Multi-Actor Interaction: Place multiple actors together with collision-aware staging and dynamic camera angles.

How to Use

  1. Open the Editor workspace and select **Digital Actor → Add Actor**.
  2. Browse the available catalog or import a saved preset.
  3. Customize appearance (hair, clothing, accessories) and attributes (age, height, style).
  4. Add scripted dialogue or link to imported scripts.
  5. Position the actor within 2D or 3D sets.
  6. Preview in Top Down View and finalize in the video build.

Example Workflow

Step Action Output
1 Import a script Scene dialogue linked to Digital Actor
2 Add Digital Actor (e.g., “Detective” preset) Character model placed in set
3 Customize attributes (age 42, trench coat, gravelly voice) Unique, tailored character
4 Assign dialogue and expressions Actor lip-syncs with emotion
5 Render preview with camera movement Cinematic clip with full performance

Tips

  • Use consistent wardrobe and voice profiles to maintain continuity across episodes.
  • Combine facial expression controls with lighting setups for dramatic effect.
  • Save frequently used actors into the Media Library for reuse.
  • For ensemble scenes, stagger body movement settings to avoid robotic uniformity.

See Also


Contact Us if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

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