Year In Review Video Maker: Create Your Best Recap

Craft a memorable slideshow of your year. Quickly upload photos and videos, then enhance your story with HeyGen's voiceover generation.

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Agent is the first creative engine built to transform a single prompt into a complete video.

Example Prompt 1
Develop a crisp 45-second "annual review video" for small business owners and team leaders, highlighting key achievements and growth in a professional yet energetic visual and audio style. This "recap video maker" prompt should feature dynamic transitions between data points and team successes, set to an upbeat corporate soundtrack. Leverage HeyGen's "Templates & scenes" to quickly assemble a polished presentation and integrate "Text-to-video from script" for clear, concise explanations of your company's progress.
Example Prompt 2
Design a vibrant 30-second recap video, perfect for content creators and social media enthusiasts eager to "share on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube." Craft a trendy and visually engaging video template showcasing your year's highlights with fast-paced cuts and modern graphic overlays, energized by popular, royalty-free audio. Optimize your creation using HeyGen's "Aspect-ratio resizing & exports" to fit various platforms and ensure accessibility with integrated "Subtitles/captions."
Example Prompt 3
Produce an innovative 60-second "how to make a year in review video" tutorial for tech-savvy users, demonstrating creative uses of AI. Adopt a playful, futuristic visual style with animated elements and a quirky synth-pop soundtrack. Showcase a journey through the year, presented by an "AI avatar" that interacts with on-screen text and visuals. Utilize HeyGen's "AI avatars" to deliver engaging commentary and ensure distinct narration with specialized "Voiceover generation" effects.
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Creative Engine

No Crew. No Cuts. Just Your AI Video Agent at Work

Agent is the first creative engine built to transform a single prompt into a complete video.

Prompt-Native Video Creation

Agent is the first creative engine built to transform a single prompt into a complete video. You describe the idea. Agent returns a fully constructed, publish-ready asset. There is no need to write scripts, manage assets, or piece together content manually.

End-to-End Video Generation

Agent handles the full video creation process. It writes a clear and compelling script based on your idea, selects images that match the tone and message, adds natural and emotion-aware voiceover, applies edits and transitions for polished pacing, and finalizes subtitles, timing, and rhythm for clarity and performance.

Built with Structure and Intent

Unlike traditional workflows that rely on timelines and manual assembly, Agent constructs videos from the ground up. Each output is intentionally designed to match your goal. From messaging and rhythm to scene flow and audience fit. The result is a coherent and purpose-driven video.

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How a Year in Review Video Maker Works

Create a captivating annual recap video by easily combining your precious moments with music, text, and effects using our intuitive editor.

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Upload Your Media
Begin by uploading your cherished photos and video clips from the past year directly into your project via the Media library/stock support system.
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Select a Template
Begin your creation by selecting from our diverse range of professionally designed Templates & scenes to provide a perfect structure for your year in review.
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Add Text and Audio
Personalize your video by adding meaningful text or captions, utilizing HeyGen's Subtitles/captions feature. Enhance the mood further with background music or a voiceover.
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Export and Share Your Story
Once finalized, use the Aspect-ratio resizing & exports feature to download your annual recap video in your desired format. Easily share it across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube to celebrate your year.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How can HeyGen help me create a compelling year in review video?

HeyGen simplifies making an engaging annual review video with its intuitive video editor. You can utilize ready-to-use video templates and add your media to craft a memorable recap, allowing for creative expression with ease.

What AI features does HeyGen offer for an annual recap video?

HeyGen integrates powerful AI features like AI avatars and voiceover generation to elevate your annual recap video. This allows you to transform text-to-video from a script, adding a professional and dynamic touch to your year in review.

Can I easily share my HeyGen year in review video on social media?

Absolutely! HeyGen allows you to effortlessly share your completed year in review video across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube. You can also upload photos and videos from your media library to personalize your annual montage.

Does HeyGen provide options for customizing my annual review video?

Yes, HeyGen's video editor offers extensive customization for your annual review videos. You can add text, apply effects and animations, and even utilize branding controls to ensure your recap video reflects your unique style.