Step-by-Step Guide

How to Use Synthesia for Training Videos (2026 Guide)

Create professional employee training videos with AI avatars in Synthesia — no camera, studio, or editing skills needed.

⏱ PT15M 📊 Beginner 📅 Updated May 2026
What you'll need
1
Create a new video project

Click 'New Video' and choose 'Blank' or select from 60+ pre-built corporate templates. Templates include title slides, chapter breaks, and branded lower thirds.

2
Choose an AI avatar

Browse 140+ avatars — filter by gender, age, and region. For global training, pick a neutral accent avatar. Premium plans unlock custom avatar creation.

💡 Tip: Diverse avatar selection improves inclusivity scores in internal training audits.
3
Paste your script into the teleprompter

Each slide gets a script box. Type or paste your narration. The avatar lip-syncs to any of 120+ languages automatically.

4
Adjust pacing and emphasis

Add pauses with [pause] tags. Use SSML-style emphasis markers for key terms. Preview each slide before moving on.

5
Add screen recordings and annotations

Use the 'Media' panel to insert screen recordings, step-by-step annotations, or process diagrams. Synthesia layers them over the avatar presentation.

6
Add a knowledge check

Enable Synthesia's interactive quiz feature at the end of each chapter. Learners must answer correctly to proceed — LMS-compatible SCORM export available.

7
Export and distribute

Export as MP4 or publish as a shareable link. For LMS integration, use the SCORM 1.2 or xAPI export. Updates take 5 minutes — no need to reshoot.

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