Receiving video pitches
When a source submits a pitch, they have the option to record a video up to 2 minutes long. This could come alongside their written response or act as a standalone response. If they include one, you'll see:
An embedded video clip within the pitch, playable directly in your inbox
An automatic transcript of the video, so you can skim the content without watching the whole thing
The source's written response as usual, should they chose to include one.
Videos are recorded live in the browser. They'll play right in your Qwoted inbox, no external app or download needed.
Receiving video replies in your inbox
Once you've connected with a source, they can also send video messages within your ongoing thread. These appear as embedded clips in the conversation and are automatically transcribed for easy scanning.
How to request a video from a source
If you'd like a source to include a video with their pitch or reply, you can request one directly:
Open the message thread or pitch response.
Click the request video option in the message box.
A pre-drafted ask will be sent to the source.
4. They'll receive a one-tap Record button and can submit a video reply from their end.
This is particularly useful when you want to hear a source in their own voice, evaluate on-camera presence for a broadcast segment, or add authenticity to a pitch you're considering.
Using transcripts
Every recorded video comes with an automatic transcript. Click to view the transcript alongside the video so you can quickly assess whether the content is a fit before watching in full. The transcripts are included when using the search feature of the inbox.
Why video pitches matter
As AI makes plausible text cheap and easy to generate, more of the outreach across the industry is machine-written. A video is harder to fake than a paragraph. It carries authenticity that text alone can't, and when you're weighing several pitches, seeing and hearing the actual person often beats another block of text.
Video pitches give you:
A faster read on whether a source is the right voice for your story
Immediate insight into presentation, tone, and on-camera comfort (useful for broadcast, video, or podcast work)
A more human signal in an inbox increasingly filled with AI-drafted responses
An easier way to shortlist and share standout pitches with your team