How to Add a Speaker in Descript

Quick summary

This tutorial shows how to add and rename speakers in Descript by importing audio or video and using the speaker label feature in the transcript editor. You can also create new speakers directly from the speaker icon without leaving your project.

Steps

1. Log in to your Descript account and click New Project to get started.
2. Click the upload area to import your audio or video file into the project.
3. Alternatively, paste a media link, record audio directly in Descript, or import from Zoom.
4. After importing, Descript will automatically transcribe your audio or video file.
5. Hover over a speaker label (e.g., "Speaker 1"), click it, and rename it to a name like "John" or "Sarah."
6. To add a new speaker, click the speaker icon next to a speaker label and select "Create new speaker."
7. Enter the new speaker name in the input field to finish adding the speaker to your project.