How to Use the Shotstack MCP in Cursor

Q: If I need to find assets from a specific Shotstack job in Cursor, what function do I call?

You use listassetsfromrender. Simply provide the Job ID into that function, and your agent writes the code necessary to pull all associated files.

Q: Can I define a new Shotstack video template using Cursor's MCP Server?

Yes. You use createvideotemplate to save an edit. This lets you programmatically manage and reuse your creative assets without leaving the editor.

Q: What data does the Shotstack MCP Server touch when handling source media in Cursor?

The server handles uploaded asset metadata through ingestmediasource and lists what's available via listingestedsources. This provides live context for your code.

Q: How do I verify the status of a Shotstack render job in Cursor?

You use getrenderstatus and pass the unique ID. Your agent writes the necessary polling loop until the desired status is reached, confirming completion.

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Programmatic Video Rendering in Cursor

Start a render job by calling `render_video` and capture the returned ID. This allows you to immediately write code that uses that ID for subsequent calls, like checking status with `get_render_status`. The AI writes the full sequence right into your file. This process lets you handle complex pipelines: initiate the render, wait on the status, then pull assets using `list_assets_from_render`—all in one block of executable code.

Building Video Templates with MCP Server

Need to build a new video template? Use `create_video_template` and pass your specifications. The tool saves the edit, giving you a reusable asset definition. You can list what's available first by calling `list_templates`. This helps ensure you don't accidentally overwrite an existing project structure.

Checking Media Sources and History

If you need to know if the source media is uploaded, use `list_ingested_sources` or check general availability with `list_hosted_assets`. These functions give live context. To keep track of everything, run `list_recent_renders`. It pulls the job history so you don't have to remember manual IDs.

Setup guide

Set up Shotstack MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Shotstack MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Shotstack transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Shotstack tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "shotstack-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Shotstack MCP in Cursor

When using Agent mode, your AI client generates working code that uses `render_video`. You get the ID and can immediately write follow-up logic to check its status.

You use `list_assets_from_render`. Simply provide the Job ID into that function, and your agent writes the code necessary to pull all associated files.

Yes. You use `create_video_template` to save an edit. This lets you programmatically manage and reuse your creative assets without leaving the editor.

The server handles uploaded asset metadata through `ingest_media_source` and lists what's available via `list_ingested_sources`. This provides live context for your code.

You use `get_render_status` and pass the unique ID. Your agent writes the necessary polling loop until the desired status is reached, confirming completion.

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