
Revolutionising Animation with AI
Animation is one of the biggest industries today, with creators making significant profits from this. However, crafting animation has never been easy; it’s always been seen as one of the most creative and complex endeavours. However, with the significant rise of AI, many industries, including animation, have experienced a huge acceleration in progress.
In today’s blog, a step-by-step tutorial will be shared on how to create animations using AI, making the process simpler and more accessible for everyone.
See the video blog here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6o5IfkMZ8w
Using AI tools
1. GravityWrite AI
2. Animaker AI
3. Canva
4. CapCut
Step 1: Generating a Story with GravityWrite
Before diving into video creation, having a compelling story is crucial. If you already have a story in mind, that’s fantastic! However, if you don’t, you can leverage AI to generate one. In this guide, we’ll use GravityWrite, a powerful tool that enables you to create blogs, ad copies, emails, social media posts, and more within seconds.
Getting Started with GravityWrite
- Open your browser and visit GravityWrite.com. Click on “Start Writing for Free” to begin.
- Create an account by signing up with your Google account or email address.
- Once logged in, you’ll find a variety of tools at your disposal. To generate a more engaging script, select the AI Filmmaking Tool.
Creating a Film Script
- Select the AI Film Script Writer tool from the available options.
- Provide the necessary information about your video:
- Genre: Adventure
- Style: 3D Animation
- Duration: For a 2-minute video, enter 120 seconds.
- Add a storyline (optional but highly recommended). Providing a brief storyline helps the AI create a more coherent and engaging script.
- Click on Create Content and let GravityWrite generate a script for you. The AI will provide a detailed script complete with visual suggestions and narrative elements.

By using GravityWrite, you can quickly develop a well-structured script that serves as the foundation for your animated video.
Step 2: Creating Visuals with Animaker
Now that you have a script, it’s time to create the visuals. Animaker AI is a user-friendly platform designed for creating both animation and live-action videos. Its intuitive interface makes it suitable for beginners, non-designers, and professionals alike, allowing anyone to create high-quality videos without needing advanced technical skills.
Setting Up Animaker
1. Sign up: Visit Animaker.com and sign up for an account using your Google credentials or email address. This process is straightforward and quick, providing access to a range of tools and features.
2. Create a New Project: Once logged in, start by creating a new project. Select the horizontal video format, which is ideal for platforms like YouTube. This format ensures your video will have the appropriate dimensions and orientation for optimal viewing on the platform.

Creating Characters
1. Start with a blank page instead of using templates for a more customized approach.
2. Navigate to the Character tab. Here, you can either select from pre-designed characters or create your own by clicking on Create Your Own Character.
3. Customize your character by adjusting their skin colour, hair style and colour, eyes, nose, outfit, and accessories.
4. Save your character and give it a name. Repeat the process to create additional characters as needed.

Designing Scenes
Based on your script, start creating scenes. For instance, if your first scene involves two friends sitting on a bench in the playground:
1. Insert the Bench:
- Navigate to the Property Tab and search for “bench.”
- Choose a suitable bench model from the options available and insert it onto the canvas.
2. Add the First Character:
- Go to the Character Tab and add your first character to the scene.
- Once the character is on the canvas, select an action for them based on the script. Therefore, select a sitting action as the character sitting on the bench.
- Adjust the character’s position and size to ensure they fit perfectly into the scene.
- Similarly, insert the second character into the scene.
3. Adjust the Background:
- It is important to change the background colour to green. This will make it easier to edit later.

For each scene, repeat the process of adding characters, props, and actions as per the script. It’s time to duplicate the scene and add the dialogue. According to the script, the characters are discussing a map.
Add the Map:
- Duplicate the first scene.
- Select one of the characters and go to the Action Tab.
- Search for “map” and choose an appropriate action that involves holding or looking at a map.
- Insert the map action into the scene, ensuring it fits seamlessly with the character’s actions.
For dialogues:
- Copy 1st dialogue and select the character.
- Click on the Lip Sync option.
- Generate a voice using Animaker AI or upload a pre-recorded voice clip.
Generating Voice with Animaker AI
1. Generate the Voice:
- Select “Script to Voice” in the Lip Sync option.
- Paste the script into the provided field.
- Choose the gender and language for the voice. Animaker AI supports over 50 languages and various accents.
- Select a voice actor and preview the voice by clicking the Play button.
- If you are satisfied with the voice, click “Add to Timeline“.
2. Adjust Scene Length:
- After adding the voice-over, adjust the scene length to match the audio length for a seamless integration.
Finalizing and Publishing the Video
Once all dialogues are added and synchronized with the scenes:
1. Generate Lip Sync for All Dialogue:
- Continue the process of generating lip sync for all dialogues in the consecutive scenes. Ensure each character’s lines are clear and match their lip movements.
2. Publish the Video:
- Click on the Publish button to render the video. This process might take some time, so be patient.
By following these steps, you’ll have a professional-looking animated video ready to captivate your audience. Each element, from the characters to the dialogue, is crafted to ensure a seamless and engaging viewing experience.
Step 3: Adding Backgrounds with Canva
To make your video more appealing, add animated backgrounds using Canva.
Using Canva for Backgrounds
- Go to Canva.com and sign up for a new account or log in if you already have one.
- Click on Create a new design and select the video format.
- Go to the Elements section and search for animated playground videos or other relevant backgrounds that match your scene requirements.
- Insert and adjust these backgrounds into your design to fit your scenes perfectly.
- Download the videos to your device.
6. If the available videos don’t meet your expectations, use Canva’s Magic Media feature.
7. Go to the elements section, select the “Magic Media” option, then go to the Videos tab and enter a scene description. Canva will generate custom videos based on your input.
Step 4: Editing and Finalizing the Video with CapCut
CapCut is a free and user-friendly video editor that allows you to combine all your elements and finalise your video seamlessly.
Editing with CapCut
- Import both your character and background videos into CapCut.
- Place the background video on Timeline 1 and the character video on Timeline 2.
3. Use the Cutout option to remove the green screen from the character video.
4. Adjust the chroma key strength and shadow settings to ensure a perfect blend between the characters and background.
- Carefully Sync the dialogues and scene transitions according to your script.
- After editing, export your video.

Final Thoughts
Creating a video from scratch can seem daunting, but with the right tools, it becomes a fun and manageable process. By following these steps and utilizing AI-powered platforms like GravityWrite, Animaker, Canva, and CapCut you can create professional-quality animated videos with ease.
Whether you’re producing content for social media, marketing, or personal projects, these tools will help you bring your stories to life.
FAQ’s:
Q: Does YouTube Monetize Text-to-Animated Videos?
Yes, text-to-speech videos can be monetised on YouTube. As per the latest guidelines of the YouTube Partner Program, these types of videos are not restricted or banned.
Q: Can I Earn from Animaker?
Yes, you can earn from Animaker by joining their reseller partner program. By offering Animaker’s animation and video creation tools to your clients, you can generate new income streams and expand your business, earning a significant commission for each sale.
Q: What are the drawbacks of Animaker?
The free version of Animaker has limitations, including restrictions on the number and length of videos you can create. Additionally, the reliance on cloud storage may incur extra fees, which could be a drawback for some users.