OpenVids

OpenVids is an open-source, agent-first AI video editor that cuts timelines, adds motion, and handles audio.

OpenVids is an agent-first AI video editor designed for macOS and Windows. You describe the film in words, and four specialized agents handle tasks like cutting the timeline, adding motion, and placing sound. The system organizes your story into chapters using a Story Graph, while agents operate in Ask, Plan, and Edit modes. Every change lands directly on a reviewable timeline that you can take over at any point. Additional features include an automated render review process, source tracking for open-licensed footage, and local media storage.

OpenVids at a glance

Best for: Designer, Social media creator
Runs on: macOS, Windows, open source
Pricing: Free
Released: October 2026
Category: AI video tool
Website: openvids.ai

Key features

Agent-first video editing
Story Graph chapter organization
Four specialized agents for main tasks, motion, audio, and research
Ask, Plan, and Edit operational modes
Automated render review and QA
Source license tracking and credit generation
Local media storage on disk

Use it for

Describing edits to automatically cut timelines
Generating titles and lower thirds with motion design agents
Finding and tracking open-licensed footage sources
Reviewing and fixing automated video renders

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