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== 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|Digital Actors]]''' in the [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] platform are AI-generated, fully customizable virtual performers that bring your [[Scenes|scenes]] to life.   
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 can be cast in any role, dressed for any occasion, and directed to deliver performances that match your [[Script_Editor|script]] and [[Story_Arcs|story arcs]].


== Key Benefits ==
Digital Actors integrate seamlessly into your [[New_Project|projects]] and [[Editor|video editor workflow]], making it possible to achieve high-quality performances without physical shoots, casting calls, or extensive post-production.
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 ==
== Key Features ==
1. **Open the Casting Tool**
* '''Full Customization:''' Adjust [[Characters|character]] appearance, wardrobe, ethnicity, and emotional tone.
  Access the [[Cast|Cast]] section in the [[Editor|Editor]].
* '''Performance Control:''' Modify body language, facial expressions, and timing to fit the [[Story_Beats|story beats]].
* '''AI Voice Dubbing:''' Assign multilingual voices with precise lip-syncing and emotion control.
* '''Rights & Usage Protection:''' Built-in content licensing for commercial or private projects.
* '''[[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture Integration]]:''' Use an iPhone or compatible device to capture realistic movements.
* '''Reusability:''' Save and reuse Digital Actors across [[Scenes|scenes]], episodes, or entire [[Projects|projects]] for continuity.


2. **Select Actor Type** 
== How to Use Digital Actors ==
  Choose from:
# From the [[Editor|Editor]] sidebar, click '''Digital Actors'''.
  * **AI-Generated Actor:** Fully AI-modeled with procedural animation.
# Browse the available [[Actor_Library|actor library]] or click '''Create New'''.
  * **Imported Actor Model:** From FBX, GLB, or other 3D formats.
# Customize:
  * **Hybrid Actor:** AI-driven body animation with human motion capture overlay.
## Name and [[Role|role]] in the project.
## Wardrobe and style.
## Facial features, hair, and body proportions.
# Assign the actor to specific [[Scenes|scenes]] or [[Shots|shots]] in your [[Timeline|timeline]].
# Direct performance through:
## [[AI_Wizard|AI-driven performance suggestions]]
## [[Top_Down_View|Top-Down View]] blocking
## [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard panels]]


3. **Customize Appearance** 
== Integration in Workflow ==
  Adjust facial features, body shape, hair, wardrobe, and accessories.
Digital Actors work hand-in-hand with other [[ACT3AI]] tools:
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] – suggests character traits and backstory aligned with the plot.
* [[Editor|Editor]] – places actors in shots and adjusts movement paths.
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] – renders performances using engines like [[Google_Veo_3]], [[Wan]], and [[Runway]].
* [[Credit_System|Credit System]] – see cost per scene before rendering.


4. **Assign Voice** 
== Tips for Best Results ==
  Pick an AI-generated voice or import recorded audio.
* Define [[Characters|characters]] early in [[AI_Wizard]] to ensure consistent casting.
  * Supports multiple languages and accents.
* Use [[Motion_Capture|motion capture]] for realism in complex action shots.
  * Syncs automatically with lip movement.
* Pair voice settings with emotional tone for natural delivery.
* Lock finished performances to prevent accidental changes in collaborative projects.


5. **Define Performance Style** 
== Related Pages ==
  Choose acting tone (e.g., dramatic, comedic, corporate) and emotional range.
* [[Characters|Character Creation & Management]]
 
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]
6. **Apply Animation Source** 
* [[Editor|Video Editor]]
  * AI procedural animation.
* [[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture Integration]]
  * Imported MoCap from [[Motion_Capture|Motion Capture]] devices.
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]]
  * Keyframe editing for fine-tuned movements.
* [[Scenes]]
 
* [[Shots]]
7. **Place Actor in Set** 
  Position the actor within the scene, blocking them according to camera and lighting setup.


8. **Preview & Adjust** 
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  Test movement, facial animation, and voice sync before final rendering.
 
== Integration with Other Tools ==
1. **Cinematography:** Works with [[Creating_AI_Cinematography|AI Cinematography]] to track actors dynamically.
2. **Lighting Design:** Automatically adjusts shadows and highlights to fit the scene.
3. **Scene Continuity:** Saves wardrobe, position, and expressions for multi-scene consistency.
 
== 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 ==
* [[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]]

Revision as of 08:45, 15 August 2025

Digital Actors

Overview

Digital Actors in the ACT 3 AI platform are AI-generated, fully customizable virtual performers that bring your scenes to life. They can be cast in any role, dressed for any occasion, and directed to deliver performances that match your script and story arcs.

Digital Actors integrate seamlessly into your projects and video editor workflow, making it possible to achieve high-quality performances without physical shoots, casting calls, or extensive post-production.

Key Features

  • Full Customization: Adjust character appearance, wardrobe, ethnicity, and emotional tone.
  • Performance Control: Modify body language, facial expressions, and timing to fit the story beats.
  • AI Voice Dubbing: Assign multilingual voices with precise lip-syncing and emotion control.
  • Rights & Usage Protection: Built-in content licensing for commercial or private projects.
  • Motion Capture Integration: Use an iPhone or compatible device to capture realistic movements.
  • Reusability: Save and reuse Digital Actors across scenes, episodes, or entire projects for continuity.

How to Use Digital Actors

  1. From the Editor sidebar, click Digital Actors.
  2. Browse the available actor library or click Create New.
  3. Customize:
    1. Name and role in the project.
    2. Wardrobe and style.
    3. Facial features, hair, and body proportions.
  4. Assign the actor to specific scenes or shots in your timeline.
  5. Direct performance through:
    1. AI-driven performance suggestions
    2. Top-Down View blocking
    3. Storyboard panels

Integration in Workflow

Digital Actors work hand-in-hand with other ACT3AI tools:

Tips for Best Results

  • Define characters early in AI_Wizard to ensure consistent casting.
  • Use motion capture for realism in complex action shots.
  • Pair voice settings with emotional tone for natural delivery.
  • Lock finished performances to prevent accidental changes in collaborative projects.

Related Pages

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

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