Script Analysis

Script analysis is the first phase of the B-Roll pipeline. AI reads your video script and identifies moments where B-Roll footage would enhance the visual storytelling.

How to Analyze

  1. 1
    Paste your video script into the script editor on the project page.
  2. 2
    Choose a density using the pill buttons above the Analyze button — this controls how many B-Roll moments the AI identifies. See Density for details.
  3. 3
    If you're using Credits, a cost preview appears showing the estimated credit cost before you confirm. See Credits for how billing works.
  4. 4
    Click Analyze. The AI reads your script and returns moments and suggestions.
Script input phase showing density selector and cost preview

Density Selector

The density selector (pill buttons above Analyze) controls how many B-Roll moments the AI identifies in your script:

Light

~1 moment per 400 words (min 2). Focuses on the most impactful B-Roll opportunities.

Standard

~1 moment per 200 words (min 3). Balanced coverage — the default setting.

Dense

~1 moment per 100 words (min 3). Covers nearly every visual opportunity in the script.

AI's Pick

No cap — the AI uses its full editorial judgment to decide how many moments the script needs.

See Density for a full explanation of each option and when to use them.

Credits vs. BYOK: Analysis works identically in both modes. The only difference is how AI calls are billed — Credits users are charged from their balance, while BYOK users are billed directly by their API provider. Credits users see a cost preview before each analysis. See Credits for details.

How It Works

When you click Analyze, your script text is sent to the AI model you've configured. The AI identifies:

  • M
    Moments — Specific sections of your script where B-Roll footage would enhance the video. Each moment includes the relevant script excerpt, a timestamp hint, and an editorial note explaining why B-Roll is needed.
  • S
    Suggestions — For each moment, the AI generates one or more suggestions for what B-Roll to look for. Each suggestion includes a type (visual, spoken, or event), a description of the ideal footage, specific YouTube search queries, and a recommended duration.
Analysis results showing moment cards with search suggestions and video results

Suggestion Types

Each suggestion is categorized by type, which helps you understand what kind of footage to expect:

Visual

Footage that visually illustrates what the script is discussing. Example: cityscape footage when talking about urban development.

Spoken

Video where someone is discussing the topic, often from news reports, interviews, or presentations.

Event

Footage of a specific event mentioned in the script, like a product launch, conference, or natural event.

Tips for Better Results

  • Use a complete script with clear topic descriptions — the more context, the better the suggestions.
  • Include section markers or timestamps in your script if you have them.
  • Use the density selector to control how many moments the AI identifies. Start with Standard and adjust based on your script length and editing style. See Density for guidance.
  • For faster, cheaper analysis, use a model like GPT Mini or Gemini Flash. You can always use a more powerful model for evaluation later.

Re-Analyzing

You can click Analyze again at any time to re-analyze your script. This replaces all existing moments with fresh results. Search results and evaluations from the previous analysis will be cleared.

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