• UPDATED
  • VERIFIED
  • REVIEW
  • SYNCED

How to update video metadata with your AI

Connect your AI to Brightcove once. After that, you can manage your entire video library through a simple chat interface.

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Short answer

How can I change video titles and descriptions using AI?

You tell your AI what to change, and it executes the updates directly in Brightcove. It handles the heavy lifting of finding the right videos and applying your new text. You'll see the changes reflected in your library immediately.

Where every change lands.

Metadata management outcomes

Your AI handles the technical updates so you can focus on content.

UPDATED

Live library changes

The AI applies your new titles and descriptions to the specific videos you targeted. Your Brightcove library stays current without manual clicking.

VERIFIED

Correct video selection

The AI finds the exact videos you're talking about. You get peace of mind knowing the right assets are being modified.

REVIEW

Human oversight

You decide which videos need updates and what the new text should say. The AI only acts on your specific instructions.

SYNCED

Consistent descriptions

Use the AI to apply similar formatting or styles across multiple videos at once. This keeps your metadata uniform.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask for an update.

The AI moves from identifying your assets to applying your edits.

  1. Locate your videos

    The AI scans your Brightcove account to find the specific videos you want to edit based on your description.

    list_videos

  2. Apply new metadata

    Once the right videos are identified, the AI pushes your new titles or descriptions to the platform.

    update_video

  3. Confirm the change

    The AI checks that the requested updates were successful and tells you what it did.

    update_video

  4. Verify the library

    You can ask the AI to check the current state of your videos to ensure everything looks correct.

    list_videos

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin managing your Brightcove library.

Starting points

These are basic ideas. Swap out the video names or descriptions with your actual content.

Brightcove Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_0CdOIDEvlofbi9UD3AeIn0DJmIjxtqxQqEOJvpai/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Brightcove capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "brightcove-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_0CdOIDEvlofbi9UD3AeIn0DJmIjxtqxQqEOJvpai/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • List all my videos in Brightcove so I can see what's there.

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  • Update the description for all videos tagged with 'Product Launch' to include our new website URL.

  • Find the video about 'Customer Testimonials' and update its description to be more concise.

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Start here

Connect Brightcove once, then ask.

Just link your account once. Your credentials stay encrypted and secure, and you can immediately start chatting with your library.

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FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI delete videos from my Brightcove account?

    No. The AI can only list videos and update their metadata. It cannot delete any assets.

  • 02

    Will the AI change my video files themselves?

    No. The AI only modifies text-based metadata like titles and descriptions. It cannot edit the actual video files.

  • 03

    Does the AI need me to provide the Video ID every time?

    No. You can use natural language, like the video title, and the AI will find the correct ID for you.

  • 04

    Can I update multiple videos at once?

    Yes. You can give a command to update all videos that meet a certain criteria, like a specific tag or naming pattern.

  • 05

    Can the AI upload new videos to Brightcove?

    No. This Connector is limited to listing existing videos and updating their metadata.

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