Descript
Descript is an AI-driven no-code platform that simplifies video and audio editing by allowing users to edit content as easily as editing text, making media production accessible for creators, teams, and businesses.
What problem does Descript solve?
Descript gives non-developers a no-code way to create, edit, and publish video and podcast content fast. It combines text-based editing, automatic transcription, and AI-powered tools in one platform so teams can produce polished videos without a dedicated video team.
How easy is it to learn and use Descript?
Descript is designed for non-technical users. Edit video by editing the transcript, use AI features to generate and polish content, and rely on templates to jumpstart workflows. Features like AI co-editing (Underlord), one-click captions, green screen, eye contact, and Studio Sound help you create professional content with minimal training.
What are the pricing plans for Descript?
- Free: $0 per user/month. 1 media hour/month, 100 AI credits/month, export 720p with watermark, limited Underlord and AI Speech trials.
- Hobbyist: $16 per user/month. 10 media hours/month, 400 AI credits/month, export 1080p, watermark-free, access to Underlord and core AI tools, AI speech with custom voice clones and video regenerate.
- Creator: $24 per user/month. 30 media hours/month (+5 bonus), 800 AI credits/month (+500 bonus), export 4k, watermark-free, full Underlord access and 20+ AI tools, generate video, unlimited stock media access, plus top-ups for more hours/credits.
What are Descript's no-code features?
- Text-based video editing: edit video by editing the transcript.
- Multitrack podcast editing with transcript-driven workflow.
- Captions and subtitles with a single click.
- Screen recording and instant sharing.
- AI-driven media generation from prompts.
- AI avatars and voice options (including custom voice clones).
- Quick design, green screen, eye contact, Studio Sound, remove filler words, and translation.
- Translate video and generate clips for social.
- Underlord: AI co-editor that can draft scripts, provide edits, and generate videos from prompts.
What is Underlord and how does it help no-code creators?
Underlord is Descript’s AI assistant that helps you bring your creative vision to life. It can: write or edit scripts, provide design and color/ font suggestions, generate custom video from prompts, and apply AI-driven enhancements to speed up production—no coding required.
Can I generate video with AI in Descript?
Yes. You can generate video with AI by typing a prompt and getting a video, with finishing touches added in Descript. This includes generating bespoke B-roll, applying AI-assisted design, and other AI-powered production steps.