AI Headshot Generator - HiShot

HiShot turns selfies into studio-grade headshots in seconds — upload, train AI, pick a style, and get polished portraits without a shoot. Perfect for pros, creators, or social profiles.

Comment

Inspiration

Professional headshots are expensive and time-consuming. We wanted to democratize professional photography by creating an AI-powered studio that generates high-quality portraits in seconds, making professional photography accessible to everyone.

What it does

HiShot transforms selfies into professional photos using advanced AI technology. Users can:

  • Generate professional headshots with various styles and outfits
  • Train AI with their unique facial features for personalized results
  • Use AI Face Swap, Pose Cloner, and Image Editor tools
  • Create custom portraits with guided generation controls
  • Access a complete AI studio toolkit in one app

How we built it

Our team used:

  • SwiftUI for iOS native development
  • RevenueCat SDK for subscription management and monetization
  • CloudKit for user credits synchronization
  • AI APIs for advanced image generation and processing
  • Firebase for analytics and crash reporting

The app features a credit-based subscription model with multiple tiers to accommodate different user needs.

Challenges we ran into

  • Optimizing AI model performance for mobile devices
  • Implementing seamless RevenueCat integration for complex subscription tiers
  • Balancing free features with premium monetization
  • Ensuring consistent AI-generated results across different user photos
  • Managing large AI model downloads and storage constraints

Accomplishments we're proud of

  • Successfully launched on iOS App Store with active paying subscribers
  • Integrated comprehensive AI studio toolkit in a single app
  • Achieved smooth RevenueCat subscription flow with multiple pricing options
  • Created intuitive UI that makes complex AI features accessible to all users
  • Built robust face training system for personalized results

What we learned

  • Advanced SwiftUI techniques for complex UI interactions
  • RevenueCat best practices for subscription monetization
  • AI model integration and optimization for mobile platforms
  • User experience design for AI-powered applications
  • App Store optimization and marketing strategies

What's next for HiShot

  • Expanding to Android platform
  • Adding video generation capabilities
  • Implementing social sharing features
  • Introducing collaborative editing tools
  • Exploring B2B market opportunities

Revenue Model (For HAMM Award)

HiShot uses a freemium subscription model:

  • Free Tier: Basic headshot generation with watermarks
  • Weekly Subscription: ₹699 for premium features
  • Yearly Subscription: ₹2,999 for full access
  • Credit Packages: Pay-per-use options (600-10,000 credits)
  • Gift Subscriptions: ₹1,999 yearly gift option

This model allows users to experience core functionality before converting to paid tiers, maximizing retention and lifetime value.

Built With

  • cloudkit
  • falai
  • firebase
  • ios16+
  • revenuecatsdk
  • swiftui
Share this project:

Updates