Descript

Descript is a video and podcast editing service that uses AI to let you edit with the same ease as you'd type. The company, which aims to make it easy to create high-quality videos and podcasts, has a range of features for individuals and teams.

Among Descript's features are:

• Video Editing: Video editing is as easy as editing documents and slides.
• Podcasting: Multitrack audio editing is just as easy as editing text.
• Clips: AI picks the best clips for you to edit.
• Remote Recording: Record podcasts and videos with anyone, anywhere, with high-quality audio and video.
• Captions: Add subtitles with a click to reach a broader audience.
• Screen Recording: Record, edit and share screen or webcam recordings on the fly.
• Transcription: Fast, high-accuracy transcription.
• AI Speech: Clone voices or use stock AI voices.

Descript uses AI for features like creating clips, generating YouTube descriptions, show notes and translations. Other AI features include tools to improve video and audio quality like eye contact, green screen and automatic multicam. You can edit for clarity, excise filler words and generate speech.

Descript is geared for marketing, sales and learning and development teams. You can create a single tool for all video needs, and it's easier to collaborate and create content. Descript offers a free plan with limited features and transcription hours, as well as paid plans starting at $12 per person per month (billed annually) that add more features and more transcription hours.

Descript is designed to make video and podcast creation easier by automating the drudgery and hiding the complexity behind a simple interface. Whether you're a content creator, podcaster or business professional, Descript is a powerful tool to help you get your creative juices flowing.

Published on June 9, 2024