
GRWM: Cleopatra
2025
An AI-native influencer format retelling ancient history through makeup, manipulation, and empire.
Creative Intent
“GRWM: Cleopatra” is a scripted AI-native vertical series imagining what would happen if Cleopatra — the last pharaoh of Egypt — had a ring light, a tripod, and absolutely no chill.
Styled as a classic Get Ready With Me vlog, this project blends ancient political history with Gen Z influencer culture. Cleopatra walks viewers through her makeup routine while casually revealing how she seduced Julius Caesar, manipulated her way to the throne, and slowly dismantled the Roman Republic — one winged eyeliner at a time.
This is not a parody. It’s an original concept piece created by Salter Creek Creative to demonstrate how AI tools can be used to build consistent, character-driven, social-native storytelling — fast, funny, and emotionally rich.
We set out to prove that AI can serve scripted formats beyond gimmicks — building bingeable IP with repeatable structure, strong voice, and high entertainment value.
We framed this as an influencer retelling of history, with inspiration drawn from:
TikTok’s GRWM + Hot Girl History format
Historical timelines backed by Plutarch, Appian, and scholarly accounts
30+ minutes of transcript analysis from viral GRWM TikToks
Our Cleopatra is clever, manipulative, hilarious — and she knows she looks good while doing it.
Tools Used
Every element — from visuals to script to voice — was AI-generated or AI-assisted under human creative direction.
Image & Video
Google Veo 3 (FAST mode) — for full video and voice generation using custom scene prompts and structured shot-by-shot storytelling
Styling & Character Consistency
Cleopatra is described consistently across all prompts:
Golden olive skin
Hazel almond eyes
Mid-length straight jet-black hair, parted slightly off-center (no fringe, no braids)
Subtle evolution from robe and no makeup → full regal glam with jewelry and gold
Costume and makeup progress across the series to visually reflect her power shift
Editing & Assembly
Premiere Pro — for light color balance, subtitling, edit polish
Estimated Production Cost
A series like this — built at consistent quality across 5–10 reels with unique prompts, voiceover, and social rollout — would typically cost:
Estimated Project Cost: $2,000 USD per reel
Includes:
Multi-episode scripting and vertical structuring
Creative direction, story planning, and platform formatting
Custom prompt system for consistent visuals and performance
Video generation and pacing
Style-guided makeup, wardrobe, and background progression
Social media rollout (captioning, thumbnails, pinned comment strategy) - optional extra
Note: This does not include licensing for real likenesses, commercial brand tie-ins, or promotion fees.
Branded Integration Potential
This format is perfectly suited for integrating branded products and strategic partnerships — without breaking immersion.
Just like modern influencers, AI influencers like Cleopatra flow naturally which creates opportunities for product placements and contextual storytelling:
Beauty & Skincare Brands: Imagine her applying kohl eyeliner “gifted by Nefertari Cosmetics,” or raving about a “hydrating fig and lotus balm” that keeps her glow goddess-level.
Jewelry & Fashion Collabs: Cleopatra’s transition from robe to royal glam is a visual runway for showcasing statement pieces, luxury drops, or themed collections.
Media & Entertainment: History-focused shows, museum exhibits, or educational brands can integrate seamlessly via dialogue (“I just watched Fall of Rome on Max — 10/10, very relatable.”)
Cultural & Heritage Brands: From perfumes inspired by ancient formulas to wine, tea, or wellness lines, the vibe is rich, timeless, and ready for storytelling.
Because the series is structured like influencer content, each product can be woven into the script with humor and style — not slapped on like a post-roll ad. It’s storytelling first, brand second — and that’s exactly what makes it effective.
Whether you’re launching a beauty line or building cultural relevance for your brand, we can help you craft the content that will sell your products.
Why It Matters
Salter Creek Creative specializes in character-led, format-native storytelling using AI — not as a gimmick, but as a toolset for building repeatable, scalable IP.
GRWM: Cleopatra proves that world-class storytelling doesn’t have to be cinematic to be powerful. It can be shot like a GRWM, powered by a tripod, and still shake the foundations of empire.
→ Work with us: www.saltercreek.ai
History reimagined. Powered by creative AI.