The Media section in Visual Radio Assist allows using both custom metadata fields and IPTC4 metadata support. These metadata options help with managing large libraries of media within the Visual Radio Cloud platform.
Custom Metadata Fields
Station managers can define custom metadata fields for consistent tagging across all media assets. These fields appear for every asset in the Media section and can be used for internal organization, automation, and searchability.
Custom metadata fields are:
- Created and managed by station managers
- Uniformly applied to all media assets
- Editable per asset to match your station’s workflow
Examples include fields like “Show Name” or “Event”.
IPTC4 Metadata Support
Visual Radio Assist reads and displays standard IPTC4 metadata embedded in media files. This includes widely-used fields such as:
- Title
- Creator
- Copyright
- Keywords
IPTC4 metadata is typically generated in external media tools and will soon automatically appears when files are uploaded to the platform.
Using Metadata in the Media Section
Metadata can be viewed and edited directly in the asset detail view. Users can:
- Edit values for custom fields (if permissions allow)
- View IPTC4 metadata for reference
- Filter and search assets by metadata tags
This metadata structure supports smoother scheduling, visual design selection, and automated playout workflows.