How I Create 30 Videos in 55 Minutes Without Showing My Face
Okay, so... can we be honest for a second?
I'm an AI coach who teaches video creation. And I'm absolutely terrified of being on camera. Like, not the cute "oh I'm a little nervous" kind of terrified.
The full-body panic, record-and-delete 47 times, procrastinate for weeks, terrified.
For ten years, I let this fear control my business. I watched competitors pass me by. I said no to speaking opportunities. I turned down podcast invitations. All because I couldn't handle being on camera.
Then I discovered something that changed everything:
You don't need to show your face to create professional video content.
Last week, I created 30 videos in 55 minutes. Here's exactly how I did it.
THE EXACT WORKFLOW THAT CHANGED MY BUSINESS
8:00 AM: Open ChatGPT
First, I need scripts. I use this exact prompt:
"Create 30 video scripts for a camera-shy entrepreneur teaching about AI tools. Each script should be 50-60 seconds when spoken. Make them conversational, helpful, and warm. Start each with a hook."
Time spent: 5 minutes
Result: 30 ready-to-use scripts
8:05 AM: Copy Scripts to Document
I paste all scripts into a Google Doc. Quick review to make sure they sound like me. Small tweaks were needed.
Time spent: 10 minutes
Result: 30 personalized scripts
8:15 AM: Open HeyGen
This is where the magic happens. HeyGen is an AI avatar platform that creates realistic videos from text.
I log into my account (I pay $24/month for the creator plan).
8:16 AM: Start Batch Creation
Here's my exact process:
1. Click "Create Video"
2. Choose my saved avatar (I use "Amanda" - she looks professional but approachable)
3. Paste first script
4. Select voice (I use "Lily" - warm and friendly)
5. Hit generate
6. While it processes, start the next one
Time spent per video: 1 minute setup
Total time for 30 videos: 30 minutes
8:45 AM: Download All Videos
HeyGen processes videos in the background. By the time I've set up all 30, the first ones are ready. I download them all to a folder called "Month Content."
Time spent: 5 minutes
Result: 30 professional videos
8:50 AM: Quick Quality Check
I watch 10 seconds of each video to ensure quality. If one seems off, I regenerate it.
Time spent: 5 minutes
Result: 30 quality-checked videos
8:55 AM: Done
Total time: 55 minutes
Total cost: $24 (monthly HeyGen subscription)
Total videos: 30 professional pieces of content
THE TOOLS BREAKDOWN
Here's exactly what you need:
ESSENTIAL TOOLS:
1. ChatGPT ($20/month) or Claude ($20/month) - For scripts
2. HeyGen ($24/month) - For avatar videos
3. Google Docs (Free) - For organizing scripts
OPTIONAL TOOLS FOR ENHANCEMENT:
1. CapCut (Free) - Add captions and transitions
2. Canva ($12/month) - Create intro/outro graphics
3. ElevenLabs ($5/month) - If you want to clone your voice
Total minimum investment: $44/month
ROI: Priceless when you're camera-shy
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
Mistake #1: Perfectionism with Avatar Selection
Don't spend hours choosing. Pick one that feels "good enough" and move on. You can always change later.
Mistake #2: Over-editing Scripts
Your first draft is usually fine. Perfection kills productivity.
Mistake #3: Creating One Video at a Time
Batch creation is KEY. Set up all videos, then let them process.
Mistake #4: Waiting for "The Right Time"
There isn't one. Start with one video. Today.
Mistake #5: Comparing to On-Camera Creators
Different paths, equal validity. Your way is not "less than."
THE RESULTS AFTER 6 MONTHS
Since starting this workflow:
- Posted 180+ videos without showing my face once
- Grew Instagram from 200 to 2,000 followers
- Generated AED 45,000 in revenue from courses
- Booked 15 coaching clients
- Built an email list of 500 subscribers
- Reduced content creation anxiety by 90%
Not bad for someone who's camera-shy, right?
YOUR IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
Week 1: Setup
- Day 1: Sign up for HeyGen (free trial available)
- Day 2: Choose your avatar and voice
- Day 3: Write your first 5 scripts
- Day 4: Create your first 5 videos
- Day 5: Post your first video
Week 2: Optimize
- Test different avatars
- Try different voices
- Experiment with script lengths
- Find your rhythm
Week 3: Scale
- Batch create 15 videos
- Set up scheduling
- Develop content calendar
Week 4: System
- Create full month of content
- Establish your workflow
- Set recurring creation day
THE MINDSET SHIFT
Here's what I want you to understand:
Being camera-shy isn't something to fix.
It's something to work with.
You're not broken.
You're not behind.
You're not "less than" creators who show their faces.
You just need different tools.
And those tools exist. They work. They're affordable. They're available right now.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: "Don't people know it's AI?"
A: Some do. Most don't care if the content is valuable. Focus on helping, not hiding.
Q: "Isn't this inauthentic?"
A: Is using a graphic designer inauthentic? It's a tool. Your message is still yours.
Q: "Will this work long-term?"
A: I've been doing it for 6 months. Revenue is up. Audience is growing. Anxiety is down. You tell me.
Q: "What if people judge me?"
A: People who judge you for using tools that work for you aren't your people. Your people will appreciate your content, regardless of how it's created.
Q: "Should I ever show my real face?"
A: Only if you want to. I do 70% AI avatar, 30% faceless content (graphics, screenshares). Find your mix.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
Ready to start? I've created a free toolkit for camera-shy entrepreneurs.
It includes:
✅ All 7 AI tools I use (with links)
✅ My exact workflow (with timestamps)
✅ 30 script templates
✅ Cost breakdown and ROI calculator
✅ Common mistakes to avoid
✅ 5-day implementation plan
[DOWNLOAD THE FREE CAMERA-SHY ENTREPRENEUR'S TOOLKIT]
No email required. No strings attached. Just genuinely want to help you create content on YOUR terms.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Six months ago, I almost quit my business because I couldn't handle the pressure to be on camera.
Today, I create content daily. My business is thriving. My anxiety is manageable.
And I've never shown my face once.
You don't need to overcome your camera-shyness. You need to work with it.
You don't need to be someone you're not. You need tools that match who you are.
You don't need permission to do things differently. You already have it.
Let's normalize building successful businesses without showing our faces.
Let's normalize using AI tools to create content.
Let's normalize success on our own terms 💕
Ready to start? Your first video is just 55 minutes away.
You've got this.
- Lama
P.S. Questions? Reach out on Instagram @lamamalaeb.co - I answer all DMs personally. Yes, even from my AI avatar account 😊