SlateMate is a utility tool for editors, VFX, and delivery teams to automatically add slates to multiple videos and seamlessly stitch them back—boosting consistency and turnaround.
Key features
Batch slating: scan folders of mp4/mov/avi/mkv and process shot by shot
CSV‑driven matching: map “Submission Notes” by Shot with robust parsing
Smart slate: Show, Clip, Date, Frame Count, Notes; optional thumbnail
Flexible export: Match Source, DNxHR SQ, ProRes 422
Timecode alignment: set start TC to frame 1000 (24/25 fps)
Clear progress and actionable error messages
Custom backgrounds: built‑in preset, import PNG, preview, set default
Show list management for quick project switching
100% on‑device, offline processing
How it works
1) Choose a Show and load the shots folder
2) Select a CSV containing Shot and Submission Notes
3) Pick an export folder and format (optional thumbnail, TC alignment)
4) Click “Slate!” to start batch processing
Quality and compatibility
Preserve or convert to ProRes/DNxHR as needed
Sensible pixel formats and color settings to reduce manual tuning
Safety check to prevent exporting into the source folder
Privacy
Everything runs locally. No data leaves your device.