Listening to the Beat

In CrazyTalk Pro, an actor can be animated with various scenarios in mind, by using an audio driven template from the Content Manager library. Depending on your needs, you may layer multiple facial expressions or body movements on top of the Auto Motion.

Lesson Target

Click to see the audio clip example first, and refer to the following sections to create a nervous contestant who is asked to go up to the stage in a talent show.

Applying Scenario Templates	Applies the scenario template Shy from the Auto Motion library, which will drive the timid actor to move and nod its head to the beats.
Layering Facial Expressions	Adds nervous facial expressions to the actor with puppeteering in the Face Puppet panel.
Setting Facial or Body Keys	Adds slight shoulder movements in the Face Key Editor to the actor when its walking up to the stage.