Making Video More Accessible with AI: My Demo of ViddyScribe
Making Video More Accessible with AI: My Demo of ViddyScribe at the ACB Convention
One of the most overlooked aspects of accessible media is audio description—a vital tool for blind and visually impaired audiences that provides spoken details about visual content. Whether it’s describing a scene in a movie or explaining what’s happening in a YouTube video, audio description helps bridge the gap between visual and non-visual experiences.
As someone who’s blind and deeply passionate about accessibility in tech, I’m always looking for ways to make content more inclusive—both for my audience and others navigating the digital world. That’s why I’m excited to be presenting a live demo on June 28 at the National ACB Convention during the Audio Description Panel. I’ll be showcasing a tool I recently discovered: ViddyScribe.
What is ViddyScribe?
ViddyScribe is an AI-powered platform that allows you to embed audio descriptions directly into your videos. Unlike some other apps like Seeing AI or PixieBot, which generate descriptions separately, ViddyScribe integrates the narration into the video file itself. That makes a huge difference—especially for platforms like YouTube, where syncing external descriptions isn't always feasible or user-friendly.
The tool offers a generous free plan (50 minutes of processed video per month) and provides a simple, screen-reader friendly interface that makes it accessible to blind creators like myself.
Why I Chose to Demo This Tool
I came across ViddyScribe by accident. One day, I typed “audio description with AI” into Google while exploring new ways to enhance my content. I stumbled upon viddyscribe.com and was immediately intrigued. After testing it with a few videos—including one of me bowling while using Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses—I realized it was more than just a neat experiment. It was a usable, practical tool.
I decided to use this video as a live example during my demo because it’s short (just 18 seconds), has multiple visual elements, and was filmed in a noisy, dynamic environment—a perfect test for how well ViddyScribe’s AI could handle real-world complexity.
Highlights from the Demo
During the panel on June 28, I’ll walk attendees through the full workflow:
· - Signing in with a Google account
· - Uploading a video
· - Choosing between two voice options on the free plan
· - Reviewing the automatically generated descriptions
· - Observing how the tool handles embedded music and transitions
I’ll also share a few areas where I think the tool could improve. For example, the narration sometimes ducks the original audio more than ideal, and the free plan lacks customization for naming characters or defining context. Still, as a beta, it’s remarkably well-designed.
When the description for my bowling video played back, I was genuinely impressed. The AI captured key moments like projected lights on the lanes, the movement of the ball, and details like the red bench I was sitting on afterward. It didn’t just describe the scene—it told the story.
Why Accessibility Tools Like This Matter
For blind users like me, having access to content with embedded descriptions is empowering. But just as important is giving blind creators tools to make their content accessible. Too often, accessibility is seen as something to be added on after a product is built—when in fact, it should be baked in from the beginning.
ViddyScribe represents a shift in that direction. It’s not perfect yet, but it’s a strong example of how AI can be harnessed to support inclusive design without making the process overly technical or expensive.
Try It Yourself
If you’re a content creator, educator, or just someone who wants to make your family videos more inclusive, I highly recommend giving ViddyScribe a try. You don’t need to be an expert in video editing or accessibility. The tool takes care of most of the heavy lifting.
You can try it here: https://viddyscribe.com
Want to listen to the demo? Watch it here:
I’ll be sharing more during my session on June 28—so whether you're attending, I hope you’ll join me.
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