Interview Video Caption Generator
Interview video caption generator: upload your interview and get timed, animated captions that show who is speaking and keep names readable.
Create an account to generate and export your captions.
Two voices, one screen needs clarity
When you record a street interview or a sit‑down chat, the audio often mixes questions, answers and background sounds. Viewers who watch without sound need a visual cue for who is speaking. Sycamore transcribes each word with timing so the captions appear as the speaker talks.
You can set the captions to the top, center or bottom. Choose the spot that stays clear of on‑screen graphics or interview props. The result is a video that reads like a live subtitle, but with animation that keeps the eye moving.
Common caption pitfalls in interviews
Placing captions at the bottom where a guest’s name tag appears.
Put captions at the top or center so the name stays visible.
Using a single color that blends with street signage or studio lighting.
Select a highlight color that contrasts with the background.
Showing a full paragraph at once, making it hard to follow the dialogue.
Limit words per line to keep each speaker’s turn readable.
Styles that fit interview flow
Mozi
Highlight Words
Word Pop
Staircase
Create captions in four simple steps
Upload the video
Drop an MP4, MOV or WebM of your interview. If you only have audio, upload the MP3 and add a blank visual track.
Choose a template and position
Select a caption style, then set the position to top, center or bottom based on your frame.
Fix names and places
Click any mis‑heard word in the transcript and type the correct spelling. Timing stays intact.
Export the final clip
Calculate speaking time quickly
Use the Speaking Time Calculator to see how long each answer runs before you add captions.
Final interview check
- Captions identify each speaker clearly
- Names of guests and places are spelled correctly
- Caption color stands out from the background
- Words per line are short enough to read at a glance
- Position chosen does not cover on‑screen graphics
Caption your next interview
Frequently
Asked Questions
How do I add captions to a two‑person interview?
Upload the interview file, let Sycamore transcribe it, pick a template and set the position. Click any word to correct names, then export the video with animated captions.
Can I show who is speaking at each moment?
Yes. The word‑by‑word timing highlights each speaker’s words as they are spoken, so viewers can follow the dialogue without sound.
What if the transcript gets a guest’s name wrong?
Click the mis‑heard word in the editor, type the correct spelling, and the timing stays the same.
Does it work with outdoor noise in street interviews?
Sycamore captures the spoken words and adds captions. Background noise does not affect the visual result.
Can I use the captions on both 16:9 and 9:16 formats?
Yes. The tool supports 9:16, 16:9 and 1:1 videos, so you can export a vertical clip for Instagram or a widescreen version for YouTube.