Descript
Free tierAudio and video editor with AI transcription and editing workflows.
Overview
Audio and video editor with AI transcription and editing workflows.
Best for: Podcasters and video teams
Key features
- Transcription
- Editing
- Podcasting
How to use
- 1Create an account and complete any onboarding steps.
- 2Start with a simple task that matches the tool’s strength.
- 3Iterate based on results and explore advanced features over time.
Pricing
Free tier / Paid
Includes a free plan or generous free tier so you can try it before upgrading.
Best for: Podcasters and video teams
Pros
- Provides strong AI capabilities out of the box.
- Reduces manual effort for repetitive tasks.
- Backed by an active product and user community.
Cons
- Output quality can vary per task.
- Paid features may be required for heavy usage.
Best Use Cases
- Everyday tasks where Descript can remove busywork.
- Prototyping ideas quickly before investing more time.
- Supporting your existing workflows rather than replacing them.
Try this tool
Use Descript in your workflow: visit the official site to get started, then build a full AI stack with prompts and workflows on AIOS.
Related prompts
Descript Short Video Script Starter
Create a short-form video script. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Short Video Script Pro
Create a short-form video script. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Short Video Script Advanced
Create a short-form video script. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Short Video Script Business
Create a short-form video script. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Storyboard Outline Starter
Turn an idea into a storyboard. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Storyboard Outline Pro
Turn an idea into a storyboard. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Storyboard Outline Advanced
Turn an idea into a storyboard. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Storyboard Outline Business
Turn an idea into a storyboard. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Thumbnail Brief Starter
Write a brief for a high CTR thumbnail. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Thumbnail Brief Pro
Write a brief for a high CTR thumbnail. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Thumbnail Brief Advanced
Write a brief for a high CTR thumbnail. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Thumbnail Brief Business
Write a brief for a high CTR thumbnail. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Voiceover Script Starter
Create a voiceover script for video or podcast. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Voiceover Script Pro
Create a voiceover script for video or podcast. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Voiceover Script Advanced
Create a voiceover script for video or podcast. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Voiceover Script Business
Create a voiceover script for video or podcast. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Podcast Outline Starter
Build a structured podcast episode plan. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Podcast Outline Pro
Build a structured podcast episode plan. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Podcast Outline Advanced
Build a structured podcast episode plan. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Podcast Outline Business
Build a structured podcast episode plan. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Audio Cleanup Checklist Starter
Build a post-production checklist. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Audio Cleanup Checklist Pro
Build a post-production checklist. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Audio Cleanup Checklist Advanced
Build a post-production checklist. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Audio Cleanup Checklist Business
Build a post-production checklist. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Avatar Video Script Starter
Generate a script for AI avatar videos. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Avatar Video Script Pro
Generate a script for AI avatar videos. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Avatar Video Script Advanced
Generate a script for AI avatar videos. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Avatar Video Script Business
Generate a script for AI avatar videos. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Video Ad Angles Starter
Generate ad angle ideas for short video content. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Video Ad Angles Pro
Generate ad angle ideas for short video content. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Video Ad Angles Advanced
Generate ad angle ideas for short video content. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Video Ad Angles Business
Generate ad angle ideas for short video content. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript B-Roll Shot List Starter
Create a useful B-roll shot list. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript B-Roll Shot List Pro
Create a useful B-roll shot list. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript B-Roll Shot List Advanced
Create a useful B-roll shot list. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript B-Roll Shot List Business
Create a useful B-roll shot list. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Editing Plan Starter
Create a fast editing strategy for a video asset. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Editing Plan Pro
Create a fast editing strategy for a video asset. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Editing Plan Advanced
Create a fast editing strategy for a video asset. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Descript Editing Plan Business
Create a fast editing strategy for a video asset. Optimized for Descript.
Structured for stronger outputs, clearer formatting and more reliable real-world use cases.
Workflows Using This Tool
Step-by-step workflows that include Descript
Podcast Production Workflow
Goal: Ship episodes faster with AI support.
Plan episodes, scripts, clips, and distribution assets.
5 steps
Founder Ops Workflow
Goal: Run company ops with better clarity and cadence.
Create weekly operating rituals with AI support.
5 steps
Research Paper Workflow
Goal: Support research paper writing with AI assistance.
Plan, source, structure, and refine an academic paper.
5 steps
App UX Research Workflow
Goal: Understand UX issues faster with AI-assisted synthesis.
Analyze feedback, reviews, and user pain points for product UX.
5 steps
Sales Call Review Workflow
Goal: Improve sales process quality through review.
Turn sales calls into insights, coaching, and next actions.
5 steps
AI YouTube Workflow
Goal: Publish YouTube videos consistently with a repeatable AI system.
Go from topic research to scripting, thumbnail direction, and publishing checklist.
5 steps
AI Marketing Campaign Workflow
Goal: Launch campaigns faster with clearer angles and better assets.
Plan campaign angles, create creatives, and write copy across channels.
5 steps
AI UGC Ads Workflow
Goal: Produce more UGC ads with better angles and structure.
Generate hooks, scripts, shot lists, and editing notes for UGC ads.
5 steps
AI Twitter Threads Workflow
Goal: Publish better threads consistently.
Generate thread ideas, draft hooks, and refine threads for clarity.
5 steps
AI User Feedback Workflow
Goal: Turn feedback into a roadmap input.
Cluster feedback and reviews into prioritized product issues.
5 steps
AI Video Editing Workflow
Goal: Edit faster with structure and assistive tools.
Turn raw footage into an edit plan, captions, and social cuts.
5 steps
AI Recruiting Workflow
Goal: Recruit faster with better messaging.
Draft job posts, sourcing messages, and interview kits.
5 steps
AI Knowledge Base Workflow
Goal: Reduce repeat questions and support load.
Turn internal knowledge into a searchable, structured knowledge base.
5 steps
AI Product Messaging Workflow
Goal: Improve conversion with clear messaging.
Craft positioning, key messages, and objection handling.
5 steps
AI Email Sequence Workflow
Goal: Improve lifecycle conversion.
Draft sequences for onboarding, nurture, or reactivation.
5 steps
AI Legal Memo Workflow
Goal: Create clearer memos faster.
Draft legal memos from case notes and sources.
5 steps