Descript

What is Descript, and Why Should ID Members Use It?

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Descript is a powerful content creation tool that combines video editing, podcast production, and screen recording into one easy-to-use platform. It’s like Loom, StreamYard, and Otter.ai all rolled into one—on steroids.

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• AI-Powered Editing – Edit video & audio as easily as a text document
• Instant Transcriptions – Automatically transcribes videos for captions & repurposing
• Screen & Webcam Recording – Great for explainer videos, tutorials, and marketing content
• Multi-Track Podcast Editing – Simplifies podcast production with drag-and-drop tools
• Social Media Optimization – Create engaging clips for YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram

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For any startup founder, small business owner, or content creator at ID, this is an invaluable tool that makes professional-quality content easier and faster to produce.

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Nonprofit / Education Discount Application

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Suggested Script for ID Members Applying to Descript:

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"I’m part of College of DuPage and its startup incubator, Innovation DuPage, where students, entrepreneurs, and small business owners like myself are working to launch and grow our ventures. I collaborate with fellow founders, students, and mentors, keeping up to date on our businesses while learning and experimenting with new tools.

We’d love to use Descript to create high-quality video and audio content for marketing, education, and even pitching to investors. Having access to this platform would be a huge help—both as students and as business owners—allowing us to tell our stories, engage our audiences, and scale our ventures more effectively. We’d really appreciate the opportunity to use Descript at an educational discount!"

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