CapCut for PC: Step-by-Step Guide to Editing Talking Head Videos with Dynamic Backgrounds
- Jerad Larkin
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
How to Create a Professional Talking Head Video with a Background Using CapCut on Your Computer
Creating dynamic, professional-looking videos used to be something only those with big budgets and green screens could pull off. Today, thanks to tools like CapCut for desktop, you can produce high-quality talking head videos with images or videos playing behind you — without needing any fancy equipment.
In this detailed guide, I'm going to walk you through how to create a talking head video using CapCut on your computer, removing your background seamlessly, adding media behind you, enhancing your audio, and exporting a polished final product ready for social media or YouTube. Let’s dive in!
Why Create Talking Head Videos with Background Clips?
Talking head videos where you're front and center, speaking to your audience while sharing visuals behind you, are highly effective for:
Educating your audience
Telling compelling stories
Boosting viewer engagement
Establishing authority in your industry
Whether you’re a real estate agent showcasing listings, a coach sharing strategies, or a business owner explaining services, this style of video captures attention and communicates clearly.
Step 1: Download and Set Up CapCut on Your Computer
First things first: head over to CapCut's website and download the desktop application.
CapCut offers a free version, but upgrading to the Pro version (around $8-9/month or ~$100/year) is absolutely worth it. The Pro version unlocks powerful features like enhanced audio tools and background removal, which we'll be using in this tutorial.
Once installed, open CapCut and select "Create Project."
Step 2: Organize Your Footage
You’ll need at least two types of clips:
Your talking head video: Record yourself speaking. A simple tripod and your phone camera will do!
Background media: This could be images, screen recordings, or videos related to what you're discussing.
Pro tip: Take a thumbnail photo during your filming session. Having a thumbnail ready will make posting easier and your content look more professional.
Step 3: Import and Arrange Your Clips
Drag and drop all your clips into CapCut. If you see a color space mismatch warning (common when importing from iPhones), simply hit **"Adapt."
Now, start laying out your footage:
Place your main talking head clips in order on the timeline.
Arrange your background clips so they’re ready to layer behind your speaking parts.
Step 4: Edit and Splice Your Talking Clips
Now it’s time to clean up your footage:
Zoom into the timeline (Command + Plus) to see the audio waves.
Splice using the Blade tool (shortcut: B).
Delete "dead" sections where you’re not speaking.
Pro tip: Press "M" to add markers while editing. Markers will help you sync your
talking points to the background clips later.
Step 5: Enhance Your Audio
Good audio can make or break your video.
CapCut’s Pro version gives you two game-changing audio tools:
Normalize Loudness: Levels out your volume.
Enhance Voice: Makes your voice sound like it was recorded on a professional microphone.
(Optional: Use "Reduce Noise" if you have unwanted background sounds.)
Step 6: Remove Your Background (No Green Screen Needed!)
Here comes the magic! Here's how to "green screen" yourself without a green screen:
Click on your talking head clip.
Go to Video > Remove Background.
Select Auto Removal.
Thanks to AI, CapCut will automatically detect you and remove everything behind you. No lighting setups, no complicated software — it’s seriously impressive.
Step 7: Layer Background Clips Behind You
Now that your background is removed, it's time to add visual content behind you:
Move your talking clip to a higher layer on the timeline.
Place your background clips on a lower layer.
Pro tip: Make sure your background media fills the entire frame (adjust scale and position if needed).
Step 8: Add Dynamic Movement with Keyframes (Optional)
Want to get fancy? Add keyframes to gradually move or resize yourself on the screen:
Add a starting keyframe where you’re full screen.
Add an ending keyframe where you shrink into a corner.
This subtle movement keeps the video visually interesting without distracting from your message.
Step 9: Add Captions for Better Engagement
Captions are a must for social media! Here’s how to auto-generate them in CapCut:
Click Text > Auto Captions.
Select your spoken language and click Generate.
Then, customize your captions:
Move them slightly higher on the screen (important — most platforms crop the bottom).
Choose a template with a background so text is readable over any media.
Step 10: Export Your Final Video
Once you're happy with your edits:
Click Export (top right).
Choose the highest resolution (usually 4K if you filmed in 4K).
Keep the export settings at high quality.
That's it! Your professional talking head video is ready to post.
Bonus Tips for Real Estate Agents (and Business Owners!)
If you’re in real estate or any client-facing industry, you can use this video style to:
Showcase a property walkthrough with you narrating in front of the video tour
Explain market updates with graphs and stats appearing behind you
Break down "how-to" guides or FAQs visually while you talk
Share screen recordings of websites or tools you recommend
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Forgetting to Enhance Audio: Poor audio quality will drive viewers away.
Background Too Busy: Keep your background videos simple — don’t overwhelm the viewer.
Captions Too Low: Always keep captions above the lower-third line to avoid platform cropping.
No Storyline: Plan your talking points and supporting visuals ahead of time.
Final Thoughts
You don't need expensive gear or complicated editing software to make engaging, professional-looking videos.
With CapCut on your PC, you can create eye-catching talking head videos with dynamic backgrounds that:
Grab attention
Build your authority
Educate your audience
Drive engagement
This style of content is a powerful tool for real estate agents, entrepreneurs, educators, and anyone looking to grow their brand online.
If you're a real estate professional in Colorado and you want even more marketing tips, video strategies, and support, visit MileHighTitleGuy.com!
At Chicago Title, we’re here to help you not only close transactions but grow your brand, your reach, and your business.
Ready to make your next talking head video? Let’s do this! 👇
Questions? Contact:
✨ Jerad Larkin
📞 303.630.9430
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