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AI-Powered Mockups That Will 10X Your Design Workflow (And How to Use Them)

Written by: Vanesha Shurentheran


Dec 16, 2024

AI-Powered Mockups That Will 10X Your Design Workflow (And How to Use Them)

Ever spent hours wrestling with design software just to create a basic mockup?

We’ve all been there—staring at the screen, fighting with layers and alignment, only to end up with something that looked like it came from the early days of PowerPoint. Mockups are essential, sure, but the traditional way of making them? It’s a serious time drain.

But guess what? AI is here to save the day. Yup, artificial intelligence is here to flip the design world upside down (and not in a Stranger Things kind of upside down).

Now, creating mockups for presentations, client pitches, or product visuals doesn’t have to feel cumbersome. There are several tools that could help you out, one of them is Venngage’s AI presentation generator — a total game-changer for anyone, from tech-savvy designers to the creatively challenged (hi, hello, it’s me).

Let’s dive into how AI-powered mockups are leveling up the design game and why you should be jumping on this bandwagon.

 

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The problem with traditional mockup creation

The time drain

Picture this: You have a client pitch tomorrow, and you need a mockup that’ll blow their minds. You fire up your design software, and suddenly it’s 2 a.m. Why does it take so long?

According to a report by Venngage 42% of creators said they believe generative AI tools can help them save time and money by relieving them of menial tasks like resizing, exporting, or just fixing errors precious time you could spend strategizing, ideating, or, I don’t know, sleeping.

But the real kicker? If you’re not a pro designer, it takes even longer. Every tweak and adjustment consumes time that adds up, and before you know it, you’re missing deadlines and losing productivity.

The skill barrier

Not everyone is a Photoshop wizard. Design software’s are notorious for its steep learning curve. Ever tried to navigate Adobe Illustrator as a newbie? It’s like trying to learn French overnight.

Research from Venngage also indicated that 38% of marketers (non-creatives) facing creative difficulties, as not everyone in a team has the same level of creative skills, despite them recognizing that visual storytelling that leverages images, motion graphics, or videos is becoming an integral part of their job.

The iteration bottleneck

Say you finally create a mockup you’re semi-happy with. You send it to the team or client, and the feedback rolls in: “Can we tweak this?” “What if we try another color scheme?” “Could you make it pop more?” Insert facepalm here.

Every round of revision takes forever because traditional design software wasn’t built for speed. Collaboration? Forget about it. This bottleneck slows down the whole process, turning what should’ve been a quick task into a week-long ordeal.

Enter AI: the mockup revolution

How AI mockup generators work

So how does AI actually make this better? It’s simpler than you think:

  1. You type in a prompt, like “Create a modern pitch deck with a minimalist vibe.”
  2. The AI processes your request using algorithms trained on tons of design data.
  3. In seconds, you’ve got a slick, professional-looking mockup ready to go.

It’s like having a personal designer who works 24/7 and never complains. Plus, AI tools like Venngage are designed to be intuitive—no manual, no tutorials, no stress. Just plug and play.

Venngage AI Design Suite

Benefits of AI-powered mockups

  • Speed and Efficiency: Say goodbye to spending hours on a single mockup. AI can generate designs in minutes—and make edits just as fast.
  • Accessibility: Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a total noob (newbie), AI tools make it easy for everyone to create beautiful visuals.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Hiring a designer or buying fancy software can cost big bucks. AI tools offer a more affordable (sometimes even free!) alternative.
  • Enhanced Creativity: With AI, you can explore countless design variations without breaking a sweat. It’s like having unlimited creative freedom at your fingertips.

AI mockups in action: real-world application

Presentations that pop

You know that feeling when you nail a presentation, and the audience is practically throwing confetti at you? A killer mockup can help you get there. Whether you’re pitching a startup idea or presenting quarterly results, visuals make all the difference.

With AI-generated mockups, you can create dynamic slides, graphs, and layouts that wow your audience. According to Forbes, 91% of consumers now prefer interactive and personalized visual content over traditional, text-based or static media.

Change Management Presentation Template
 

Winning client pitches

Let’s face it: We, like our clients are visual creatures. Show them a stunning website mockup or sleek marketing collateral, and you’ve won half the battle. AI-powered tools make it easy to create polished business visuals that impress — even on tight deadlines.

Imagine walking into a pitch with a flawless mockup that took you 10 minutes to create.

Media Kit Presentation Deck
 

Bringing product visions to life

From app interfaces to product packaging, mockups help bring ideas to life. With AI, you can quickly visualize multiple concepts and share them with stakeholders for feedback. This makes the design process faster, more collaborative, and way less painful.

An excellent example is Baskin Robbins, who launched a generative AI campaign to promote new ice cream flavors using AI-generated visuals. These hyper-realistic and artistic images, created with tools like MidJourney, blurred the line between real photography and AI designs, successfully engaging audiences while demonstrating the innovation and versatility of AI in creative production​.

This example underlines how generative AI can make the design process more efficient and collaborative, helping brands bring their visions to life with speed and creativity.

Baskin Robbins Gen AI Visual Campagin

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Venngage’s AI presentation generator: your design shortcut

Key features and benefits

Let’s talk about Venngage for a sec. Our AI presentation generator is a powerhouse tool that makes mockup creation ridiculously easy. Here’s why it rocks:

  • User-Friendly Interface: You don’t need to be a tech genius to use it.
  • Customizable Templates: Choose from hundreds of templates tailored to different industries and purposes.
  • Collaboration Tools: Share your designs with teammates or clients for instant feedback.
  • Affordable Pricing: Did I mention you can create AI-generated presentations for free?

Venngage Website

How to get started

Ready to dive in? Here’s how to get rolling with Venngage’s AI presentation generator:

Step 1: Sign up on Venngage

Create a free account on Venngage.

Create an account on Venngage

Step 2: Choose a template

Browse our library of templates or let the AI suggest one based on your needs.

Step 3: Input your text

Add your content and let the AI work its magic.

Let AI Generate your deck

Step 4: Customize

Tweak colors, fonts, and layouts to match your vibe by clicking ‘Customize with AI.’

Customize AI design

Step 5: Download or share

Once you’re happy with the result, download your design or share it directly with your team.

Download or share the design
 

Let AI do the heavy lifting

Traditional mockup creation is clunky, time-consuming, and, let’s be honest, a little soul-crushing. But with AI, those struggles are officially a thing of the past. Tools like Venngage’s AI presentation generator are making design accessible, fast, and fun—even for the creatively challenged among us.

So why not give it a shot? Sign up for Venngage today and see how AI can transform your design process. Trust me, your future self will thank you.

 
About Vanesha Shurentheran

Vanesha Shurentheran is a skilled Content Marketing Specialist with a rich background in journalism, content strategy, and public relations. She has collaborated with leading organizations, including Noventiq and Hexagon PPM, to craft impactful content across blogs, eDMs, social media, and award-winning campaigns. Passionate about creating content that educates, inspires, and connects, Vanesha blends creativity and adaptability to drive audience engagement and business growth.