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How to Use Synthesia for Training Videos in 2026 (Step-by-Step)

Your employee onboarding videos look like they were shot on a flip phone from 2009. Or worse — you're still handing new hires a 40-page PDF and calling it "training." Neither option scales, and both cost you time you don't have.

Synthesia changes that. You type a script, pick an AI avatar, and get a polished training video in minutes — no camera, no studio, no retakes. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use Synthesia for training videos from scratch, including writing effective scripts, choosing the right avatar, and publishing your finished video to your LMS. Estimated time to complete: 25–30 minutes.

If you want the full picture on pricing and features first, check our Synthesia review or the Synthesia pricing breakdown.

What You'll Need

Before you start, gather these essentials:

• A Synthesia account — The Starter plan ($29/month) gives you 10 video credits per month, which is enough for your first batch of training content. The free trial lets you test one video.
• Your training script — A written outline or full script for your video. Don't worry about making it perfect; you'll edit inside Synthesia.
• A web browser — Synthesia runs entirely in the cloud. No downloads required.
• Access to your LMS or video host — For publishing later (Thinkific, Lessonly, SharePoint, or even a shared Google Drive folder all work).

Estimated total time: 25–30 minutes for a single 3–5 minute training video. Your first one may take closer to 45 minutes as you learn the interface.

Step 1: Create Your Synthesia Account and Choose a Plan

Head to Synthesia's website and sign up with your work email. You'll be prompted to choose a plan immediately.

For training video production, the Starter plan is the sweet spot. It includes:

If you're just testing the waters, start with Starter. You can upgrade anytime.

Common mistake: Don't create your account with a personal email. Use your work domain so you can invite teammates later under the same workspace.

Step 2: Start a New Video Project

Once you're logged in, click the Create a video button on your dashboard. Synthesia gives you two options:

1. Start from blank — Best for custom training scripts you've already written.
2. Use a template — Pre-built layouts for onboarding, compliance, product demos, and safety training. Templates include placeholder text and branded backgrounds.

For your first video, pick a template that matches your training topic. It saves 10–15 minutes of formatting.

After selecting your template or blank canvas, you'll land in the video editor. This is where all the work happens — it's split into three panels:

• Left panel: Script editor (type or paste your narration)
• Center panel: Slide preview (what the viewer sees)
• Right panel: Media and settings (avatars, backgrounds, music)

Step 3: Choose Your AI Avatar

Click the avatar icon in the right panel. Synthesia offers 230+ avatars across different ethnicities, ages, and professional appearances.

Here's how to pick the right one for training:

• Match your audience. If you're training warehouse staff, choose an avatar in casual attire — not a suited executive.
• Consistency matters. Use the same avatar across an entire training series to build familiarity.
• Consider dual avatars. Some companies alternate between two avatars (e.g., one for policy sections, another for hands-on demos) to keep viewers engaged.