Does this skill generate videos entirely from text prompts?

No, the core thesis of this skill is 'Edit, don't generate.' It is designed to help you structure, cut, and augment real footage rather than creating synthetic video from scratch.

Can I use this for vertical video platforms like TikTok?

Yes, the skill includes specific FFmpeg and VideoDB commands for social media reframing, allowing you to easily convert 16:9 footage into 9:16 or 1:1 formats.

What software do I need to use this workflow?

This workflow integrates several tools including FFmpeg for cutting, Remotion for programmable elements, and ElevenLabs or fal.ai for assets, finishing with a final polish in editors like Descript or CapCut.

How does Claude help with the editing process?

Claude acts as the organization layer, analyzing transcripts to identify key segments, generating edit decision lists (EDLs), and scaffolding the necessary FFmpeg or Remotion code.

AI Video Editing Workflow

Name: AI Video Editing Workflow
Author: affaan-m

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Content Management

Automates video editing pipelines by leveraging AI for structural planning, FFmpeg for precise cuts, and Remotion for programmable composition.

This skill transforms Claude into a sophisticated video production assistant focused on content compression and structural organization rather than pure generation. It provides a comprehensive 6-layer pipeline that guides users through capturing raw footage, using Claude to generate edit decision lists, executing deterministic cuts with FFmpeg, and building reusable motion graphics via Remotion. It is an essential tool for developers and creators who want to streamline the process of turning long recordings into polished vlogs, tutorials, or social media content using a code-first approach.

Key Features

01Automated FFmpeg command generation for cutting, concatenation, and normalization

02Programmable video composition and overlays using Remotion templates

03Automated social media reframing and scene detection logic

04AI-driven structural planning and edit decision list generation

05Seamless integration with generative AI for voiceovers and assets

06156,033 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Creating data-driven video overlays and dynamic motion graphics

02Converting long coding sessions or meetings into concise tutorial clips

03Building automated vlog workflows from raw camera footage

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add affaan-m/everything-claude-code video-editing

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Key Features

01Automated FFmpeg command generation for cutting, concatenation, and normalization

02Programmable video composition and overlays using Remotion templates

03Automated social media reframing and scene detection logic

04AI-driven structural planning and edit decision list generation

05Seamless integration with generative AI for voiceovers and assets

06156,033 GitHub stars

Use Cases

01Creating data-driven video overlays and dynamic motion graphics

02Converting long coding sessions or meetings into concise tutorial clips

03Building automated vlog workflows from raw camera footage

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add affaan-m/everything-claude-code video-editing

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT