When we started building our e-learning modules, we brought Melissa into the studio to record presentations. We expected questions about privacy, security, and awareness. Instead, we got something completely different: many people asked where Melissa gets her hair cut. And honestly—we get it. Her hairstyle looks great. We just didn’t expect it to become the main topic.
That small story reveals something important: people respond to a presenter as if it were a real conversation. They notice tone, presence, and familiarity. That is why great e-learning is not only about correct content, but also about delivering it in a human and consistent way.
“Are you real?!” — the question that sums it up
The most common question became: “Are you real?!” Understandable—because in our modules you see a digital version of Melissa. Melissa is a real person, but what you see in the course is a digital avatar. And that choice has practical benefits, especially for security awareness and privacy training that needs to be repeated, updated, and delivered in multiple languages.
Why a digital avatar can strengthen e-learning
A digital avatar is not a gimmick. It is a way to scale e-learning without losing quality or recognition. In practice, it enables:
- Consistent delivery: the same style and presence across modules.
- Faster production: less dependency on studio recordings.
- Easy updates: small changes don’t require a new filming day.
- Multilingual consistency: the same structure and look & feel across languages.
- Higher recognition: a familiar host lowers barriers and increases attention.
Multilingual e-learning without heavy overhead
From the start, one requirement was clear: we needed to produce e-learning in multiple languages without turning every language version into a separate production project. Many organizations operate in international environments, with diverse audiences and limited time. A digital avatar lets you keep the structure consistent while tailoring language and examples to the audience.
AI in e-learning: practical use for years
For many organizations, “AI in e-learning” sounds new. In practice, it is about producing smarter, improving faster, and matching real user needs. With a digital avatar, you can:
- respond faster to new threats (such as evolving phishing tactics)
- update modules after policy changes or incidents
- communicate consistently about privacy and security—even as you scale
And that is the point: e-learning should not be a one-time project, but a routine. In security awareness, repetition beats a single yearly course.
Behind the scenes
Curious what this looks like? Below is a short making-of video showing how the digital presentation is created.
Conclusion
A digital avatar like Melissa helps teams build e-learning faster, keep it consistent, and deliver it in multiple languages. Not to “do AI,” but to reach employees with clear, recognizable explanations. And that is what makes awareness effective: relevant, human, and repeatable.