How it works
Triggers in. Edited video out.
You define what kicks things off, and Underlord takes it from there. You show up when it's time to review.
1. Something happens
A new recording. A published article. A file upload. You pick the trigger.
2. Underlord does the work
Import, transcribe, remove filler words, add Studio Sound, cut clips, generate captions — whatever you've told it to do.
3. You show up for the last 10%
Open Descript, review the rough cut, make it great. The boring part is already done.
Use Cases
What this looks like in practice
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be a developer to use this?
No. If you can use Zapier or connect an app to Claude, you can set this up. The CLI and direct API are there for technical users, but they're not required.
What can I automate?
Import media from URL or local upload, apply any edits Underlord can do, and publish you project via share page or generate a download URL. Remove filled words, add Studio sound, generate captions, create clips, translate and dub, build rough cuts, and much more. If you can prompt it with Underlord in Descript, you can automate it through the API.
What's a good first workflow to try?
Start simple: trigger on a new recording landing in a target folder, have Underlord remove filler words and add captions, review in Descript. Once that's working, build from there.
What does it cost?
API access is available for all paying users at no additional cost. Usage draws from the AI credits and media minutes on your plan.
How do I get my API token?
In Descript: Settings → API Tokens. Tokens are scoped to a specific Drive.
What triggers can I use?
Anything you can wire up in Zapier or through your own integration: RSS feeds, file uploads, CRM events, calendar events, webhooks from your recording platform — whatever fits your workflow.
Do I have to review everything, or can I auto-publish?
You can auto-publish! Publishing a project composition creates a shareable link and generates a URL to download the exported file.
Where do I find known issues?
Check the known limitations page and the API docs.