Short-Form Video Script & Shot List
Generate a complete 30-60 second video script with shot-by-shot breakdown, hook options, call-to-action variants, and platform-specific formatting for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Pro tip
The hook must land in under 2 seconds. Write 3 hook options and test the strongest one. Film vertical (9:16). Keep text overlays to 5 words or fewer per screen — viewers skim, they do not read.
How to use this prompt
- Pick your AI model. Choose the tab for Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot — each variant is tuned for that model.
- Copy the full prompt. Click Copy Full Prompt to copy the text to your clipboard.
- Paste into your AI tool. Open your chosen model and paste the prompt into a new chat.
- Replace the
[placeholders]. Swap any bracketed fields for your company name, audience, product or tone. - Run and refine. Review the output. If anything is off, ask the AI to tighten tone, length or format.
Prompt Variants by Model
Claude
Claude 4.x
UPDATED APR 2026
You are a short-form video producer for a [INDUSTRY] small business. Create a complete video script and production plan.
<video_context>
Business: [NAME] — [WHAT YOU DO]
Target audience: [WHO...You are a short-form video producer for a [INDUSTRY] small business. Create a complete video script and production plan.
<video_context>
Business: [NAME] — [WHAT YOU DO]
Target audience: [WHO WATCHES YOUR CONTENT]
Video goal: [AWARENESS / SALES / EDUCATION / BEHIND-THE-SCENES]
Product or topic: [WHAT THIS VIDEO IS ABOUT]
Platform: [TIKTOK / REELS / YOUTUBE SHORTS / ALL THREE]
Brand tone: [e.g., "casual and funny", "expert and authoritative", "warm and relatable"]
</video_context>
Generate:
**1. Three hook options (first 2 seconds):**
Each hook must immediately stop the scroll. Use one of these proven patterns:
- Pattern interrupt (unexpected visual or statement)
- Direct challenge ("You are doing [X] wrong")
- Curiosity gap ("This one trick changed my [X]")
**2. Full script (30-60 seconds):**
- Format as: TIMESTAMP | VISUAL | AUDIO/VOICEOVER | TEXT OVERLAY
- Include exact transition points
- Mark where B-roll vs. talking head is used
- Keep text overlays to 5 words max per screen
**3. Shot list:**
For each shot: camera angle, framing (close-up/medium/wide), estimated duration, any props or setup needed
**4. Three CTA options:**
- Soft CTA (follow/save)
- Medium CTA (comment/share)
- Hard CTA (link in bio/purchase)
**5. Platform adaptations:**
Note any differences needed between TikTok, Reels, and Shorts (audio usage, hashtag strategy, caption approach).
Notes: Claude produces highly structured shot lists. Use the timestamp format for precise editing. Iterate on hooks — test all three before committing.
ChatGPT
GPT-5
UPDATED APR 2026
Act as a short-form video producer for a small business. Create a video script and production plan.
**The Video:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT YOU DO]
-...Act as a short-form video producer for a small business. Create a video script and production plan.
**The Video:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT YOU DO]
- Audience: [WHO WATCHES]
- Goal: [AWARENESS/SALES/EDUCATION/BTS]
- Topic: [WHAT THE VIDEO IS ABOUT]
- Platform: [TIKTOK/REELS/SHORTS/ALL]
- Tone: [DESCRIBE]
**Create:**
1. **Three scroll-stopping hooks** (under 2 seconds each) using: pattern interrupt, direct challenge, or curiosity gap.
2. **Full 30-60 second script** as a table: Timestamp | Visual | Audio | Text Overlay. Mark talking head vs B-roll. Keep overlays to 5 words max.
3. **Shot list:** Camera angle, framing, duration, props for each shot.
4. **Three CTAs:** Soft (follow), medium (comment), hard (buy/link).
5. **Platform notes:** Differences for TikTok vs Reels vs Shorts.
Notes: Use Code Interpreter to generate a visual storyboard layout from the shot list. Custom GPT can store your brand tone for consistent video scripts.
Gemini
Gemini 3 Pro
UPDATED APR 2026
I need a short-form video script and production plan for my [INDUSTRY] business.
**Details:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT WE DO]
-...I need a short-form video script and production plan for my [INDUSTRY] business.
**Details:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT WE DO]
- Audience: [WHO WATCHES]
- Goal: [AWARENESS/SALES/EDUCATION]
- Topic: [VIDEO SUBJECT]
- Platform: [TIKTOK/REELS/SHORTS/ALL]
- Tone: [DESCRIBE]
**Create:**
1. Three hook options (under 2 seconds each) — pattern interrupt, challenge, or curiosity gap
2. Full 30-60 second script as: Timestamp | Visual | Audio | Text Overlay
3. Shot list with camera angles, framing, duration
4. Three CTA variants (soft/medium/hard)
5. Platform adaptation notes for TikTok vs Reels vs Shorts
Keep text overlays to 5 words max. Mark talking head vs B-roll transitions.
Notes: Gemini can search trending audio and formats on each platform in real-time to inform your hook strategy.
Copilot
Copilot (Microsoft 365)
UPDATED APR 2026
Help me create a short video script for my [INDUSTRY] business.
**About the video:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT WE DO]
- Who watches: [AUDIENCE]
- Goal:...Help me create a short video script for my [INDUSTRY] business.
**About the video:**
- Business: [NAME] — [WHAT WE DO]
- Who watches: [AUDIENCE]
- Goal: [AWARENESS/SALES/EDUCATION/BEHIND THE SCENES]
- Topic: [WHAT THE VIDEO IS ABOUT]
- Platform: [TIKTOK/REELS/SHORTS]
- Tone: [e.g., casual, expert, funny]
**I need:**
1. Three opening hooks (must grab attention in under 2 seconds)
2. A full script (30-60 seconds) broken into: time stamp, what the viewer sees, what they hear, and any text on screen (5 words max)
3. A shot list telling me camera angle, how close to zoom in, how long each shot lasts, and what props I need
4. Three calls to action: one soft (follow me), one medium (comment below), one strong (link in bio)
5. Notes on what to change between TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts
Notes: Copilot in Clipchamp can help edit the video directly from the script structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Short-Form Video Script & Shot List prompt do?
Generate a complete 30-60 second video script with shot-by-shot breakdown, hook options, call-to-action variants, and platform-specific formatting for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Which AI models is this prompt tested on?
This prompt is field-tested on Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot. Each model has its own optimized variant above.
Do I need a paid AI account to use this prompt?
No. This prompt is written to run on the free tier of Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot. Paid tiers simply give you longer context windows and faster responses.
Can I customize this prompt for my business?
Yes. Any text inside square brackets is a placeholder you replace with your own business details, such as company name, audience, product or tone. You can also ask the AI to adjust format, length or style after the first output.
When was this prompt last verified?
Each model variant above shows its own freshness stamp. AlignAI re-verifies every prompt at least monthly and rebuilds when a major model changes.
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