Clean-Cut-MCP

# Advanced Asset Management ## Overview Comprehensive asset management system for organizing, optimizing, and maintaining all media files (images, logos, fonts, audio) used in video productions with intelligent tagging, optimization, and workflow integration. ## When to Use - Managing large collections of media files across multiple projects - Needing to organize assets by campaigns, brands, or themes - Optimizing file sizes and formats for better performance - Maintaining consistent asset quality and standards - Tracking asset usage and permissions across projects ## What It Does ### Asset Organization 1. **Smart Categorization** - Automatically categorizes assets by type, size, format, and usage 2. **Tag Management** - Applies descriptive tags for easy searching and filtering 3. **Project Association** - Links assets to specific projects and campaigns 4. **Version Control** - Tracks asset versions and maintains history ### Optimization Pipeline 5. **Format Conversion** - Converts to optimal formats (WebP, MP4, WOFF2) 6. **Size Optimization** - Reduces file sizes while maintaining quality 7. **Quality Assurance** - Validates assets meet production standards 8. **Performance Testing** - Tests asset loading and rendering performance ### Workflow Integration 9. **Upload Automation** - Streamlined bulk upload with metadata extraction 10. **Usage Tracking** - Monitors which assets are used where 11. **License Management** - Tracks asset licenses and permissions 12. **Cleanup & Archive** - Removes unused assets and archives old versions ## MCP Tools Used - `upload_asset` - Individual asset upload operations - `list_assets` - Asset inventory and management - `delete_asset` - Asset removal and cleanup - `get_project_guidelines` - Asset quality standards validation ## Prerequisites - Docker container running with access to asset directories - Sufficient disk space for asset storage and optimization - Clear understanding of asset licensing and permissions - Asset organization strategy planned ## Examples ### Example 1: Brand Asset Library Setup ``` User: "Organize our company's complete brand asset library" Categories: Logos, colors, fonts, imagery, templates Structure: - logos/ (primary, secondary, icons, variations) - fonts/ (web, print, brand typography) - colors/ (palette swatches, gradients) - imagery/ (product photos, team photos, lifestyle) Features: Smart tagging, usage tracking, version control ``` ### Example 2: Campaign Asset Management ``` User: "Set up assets for Q4 marketing campaign with 5 product launches" Campaign Structure: - campaign-q4/ - product-alpha/ (logos, screenshots, demo videos) - product-beta/ (packaging, lifestyle images) - product-gamma/ (3D renders, animations) - shared/ (brand templates, music, sound effects) Features: Campaign-specific tagging, usage analytics ``` ### Example 3: Asset Optimization Project ``` User: "Optimize all existing assets for web performance" Assets: 500+ images, 50 fonts, 100 audio files Optimizations: - Images: Convert to WebP, reduce sizes by 60% - Fonts: Subset to used characters, WOFF2 format - Audio: Compress MP3s, normalize volume levels Results: Faster loading, better quality, consistent standards ``` ### Example 4: Multi-Project Asset Sharing ``` User: "Create shared asset library for 3 related video projects" Shared Assets: - Common logos and branding elements - Background music and sound effects - Color schemes and typography - Transition templates and effects Features: Cross-project referencing, update propagation ``` ## Error Handling ### Common Issues and Solutions: **Upload Failures** - Error: "File format not supported" or "File too large" - Solution: Check supported formats, compress large files before upload - Prevention: Validate files before upload using supported format list **Storage Issues** - Error: "Insufficient disk space" during optimization - Solution: Clear unused assets, expand storage capacity - Prevention: Monitor storage usage and implement cleanup policies **Asset Not Found** - Error: "Asset missing" when loading animations - Solution: Check asset paths, ensure proper upload to public directory - Prevention: Use asset manager to verify all referenced assets exist **Performance Issues** - Error: "Slow loading" or "Memory issues" with large assets - Solution: Optimize asset sizes, implement lazy loading - Prevention: Set maximum file size limits and quality standards **License Conflicts** - Error: "Asset license expired" or "Usage restrictions" - Solution: Update licenses, replace with royalty-free alternatives - Prevention: Track license expiration dates and usage terms ## Tips & Best Practices ### Organization Strategy - **Consistent naming** - Use systematic naming conventions for all assets - **Logical folder structure** - Organize by type, project, or campaign - **Metadata tagging** - Add descriptive tags for easy searching - **Version management** - Keep track of asset versions and updates ### Quality Control - **Set standards** - Define quality requirements for each asset type - **Regular audits** - Periodically review asset quality and relevance - **Automated validation** - Use tools to check asset specifications - **User feedback** - Collect feedback on asset effectiveness ### Performance Optimization - **Format selection** - Choose optimal formats for different use cases - **Size optimization** - Balance quality with file size - **Loading strategy** - Implement lazy loading and progressive enhancement - **Caching policies** - Set appropriate caching headers for web assets ### Legal & Compliance - **License tracking** - Maintain records of all asset licenses - **Usage rights** - Clearly define where and how assets can be used - **Attribution requirements** - Track and fulfill attribution obligations - **Regular reviews** - Periodically check license compliance ## Advanced Features ### AI-Powered Asset Enhancement - Automatic background removal and object isolation - Smart cropping and resizing for different aspect ratios - Color correction and enhancement based on brand guidelines - Style transfer to match visual consistency ### Asset Analytics - Usage tracking across projects and campaigns - Performance metrics (loading times, user engagement) - Cost analysis (license fees, storage costs) - ROI calculation for asset investments ### Automated Workflows - Scheduled asset optimization and cleanup - Automatic backup and archive management - Integration with stock photo and music services - Batch processing for large asset collections ### Collaborative Features - Team-based asset sharing and permissions - Comment and annotation system for feedback - Approval workflows for asset usage - Integration with project management tools ### Security & Access Control - Role-based access to different asset categories - Watermarking and DRM protection for sensitive assets - Audit trails for asset access and modifications - Secure sharing with external partners and clients This skill transforms basic asset storage into a comprehensive digital asset management (DAM) system, providing professional-grade organization, optimization, and workflow integration for video production pipelines.