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Doza Assist

by Doza Visuals · Free

Local-first AI editor for documentary footage — FCPXML round-trip, dual-engine transcription, Editorial DNA that learns how you cut. No cloud, no uploads, MIT licensed.

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Doza Assist Review 2026: The AI Documentary Editor That Learns How You Cut

Built by a 15-year documentary editor who got tired of cloud transcription services he couldn't legally use. Local-first, FCPXML round-trip, dual-engine transcription, and an Editorial DNA engine that applies your cut style to new footage. MIT licensed, free.

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4/5 04 May 2026

Finally — a documentary AI editor that doesn't need your footage in the cloud

“Local-first, FCPXML round-trip, Editorial DNA that learns your cut style, dual-engine transcription. Built by an editor who actually cuts documentaries. MIT licensed and free.”

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✓ Pros

Fully local — no cloud uploads ever. FCPXML round-trip with multicam support eliminates media movement. Editorial DNA learns your individual cut style. Dual-engine transcription with automatic Parakeet/Whisper routing. MIT licensed and completely free. Client review via self-hosted Cloudflare Tunnel.

✗ Cons

Manual Python/Ollama setup is a barrier for non-technical editors. Apple Silicon only — no Windows or Linux. Solo builder with unknown post-launch support bandwidth. One-click Mac app still ~90 days away.

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Doza Assist vs Descript (2026): Local-First Documentary Editor vs Cloud AI Video Platform

Doza Assist runs everything on your machine — no cloud uploads, FCPXML round-trip, Editorial DNA. Descript is a full cloud video editor with transcription, overdub, and screen recording. Two completely different philosophies for AI-assisted video editing.

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