review-cut

Render a DaVinci Resolve timeline as an H.264 review cut with burned-in timecode.

3|Updated Feb 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp --skill review-cut
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: review-cut
Source: https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp/tree/main/.claude/skills/review-cut
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp --skill review-cut

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the video review process by generating a lightweight review cut, enabling AI-driven editorial feedback, and optionally saving the export for client distribution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Review Export: Renders a low-resolution MP4/H.264 version of the current timeline with optional burned-in timecode and watermarks.
  • AI-Powered Feedback: Uploads the review cut to Gemini for visual analysis, providing AI-generated critiques on pacing, cut quality, audio, story, and technical aspects.
  • Client-Ready Exports: Facilitates creating review copies with client-specific watermarks for distribution.

Quick Start

Use the review-cut skill to render a 720p H.264 review version of the current timeline and get AI feedback.

Frequently Asked Questions about review-cut

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I generate a review cut with burned-in timecode in DaVinci Resolve?

To generate a review cut in DaVinci Resolve, this skill renders a 720p H.264 MP4 version of your current timeline with optional burned-in timecode and watermarks for client distribution.

Can I get automated AI feedback on video editing pacing and continuity?

Yes, you can get automated AI feedback on video editing by uploading the review cut to Gemini for visual analysis, which generates critiques on pacing, continuity, audio, story, and technical quality.

Does the review-cut skill work with DaVinci Resolve timelines for client delivery?

Yes, the review-cut skill works directly with DaVinci Resolve timelines to render low-resolution review copies and apply client-specific watermarks for secure client delivery.

What is the best way to add watermarks to a video review copy for clients?

The best way to add watermarks to a video review copy is using this skill to render the timeline with client-specific watermarks and burned-in timecode directly embedded in the H.264 export.

Can I focus AI analysis on specific aspects of the edit like audio or story?

Yes, you can focus AI analysis on specific aspects of the edit by configuring the Gemini integration to target pacing, cut quality, audio, story, or technical elements individually.

What format does the review cut render to for client distribution?

The review cut renders to a lightweight 720p H.264 MP4 format, ensuring small file sizes suitable for quick uploading and efficient client distribution.