Simon Says AI
AI transcription and captioning tool designed for video professionals and post-production workflows.
Price: Freemium
Description
Simon Says AI is an AI-powered transcription, captioning, and translation platform specifically built for video editors, filmmakers, and media production teams. It integrates seamlessly into popular video editing software, allowing users to quickly transcribe footage, generate accurate subtitles, and translate content directly within their workflow. The platform leverages AI for speed and offers an intuitive interface for reviewing and refining transcripts. Simon Says AI stands out by focusing on the unique needs of video post-production, providing features like sequence locking, speaker identification, and export formats compatible with editing suites (e.g., FCPX, Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve). It streamlines the often tedious process of logging and subtitling video content.
How to Use
1.Upload your video or audio file to Simon Says AI.
2.Choose the language for transcription or translation.
3.Receive an AI-generated transcript within minutes.
4.Review and make corrections using the interactive web editor.
5.Export your transcript, subtitles (SRT, VTT), or captions directly to your NLE (Non-Linear Editor) or other formats.
Use Cases
Film post-productionDocumentary filmmakingVideo marketingCorporate video editingOnline course creation
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Deep integration with major video editing software.
- Fast and accurate AI transcription and captioning.
- Supports multiple languages for transcription and translation.
- User-friendly interface for reviewing and editing.
- Designed specifically to streamline post-production workflows.
Cons
- Primarily focused on video/audio professionals, less suited for general transcription.
- Accuracy can drop with very poor audio quality or heavy accents.
- Cost can add up for extensive projects or large volumes.
Pricing
Pay-As-You-Go:
Cost: $0.25 per audio/video minute
Includes: AI transcription, timestamps, speaker identification, in-browser editor, NLE integrations, various export formats
No monthly fees
Monthly Subscription (for heavier users):
Pro Plan: $15/month (first 300 minutes included), then $0.10/minute after
Business Plan: $45/month (first 1000 minutes included), then $0.08/minute after
Includes: All Pay-As-You-Go features, plus priority support, team accounts (Business)
Free Trial: 15 minutes of free transcription credits upon signup
Refund Policy: Not explicitly detailed, typically usage-based.
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