Copy-paste prompts for YouTube intros, explainer videos, product demos, testimonial scripts, TikTok hooks, Instagram Reels, webinar outlines, and short-form content. Each prompt includes the exact text, expected output, and platform-specific tips.
Last updated: March 2026 · Reading time: 17 min
A ChatGPT video script prompt is a structured instruction that generates a platform-specific video script with a hook, body structure, transitions, and call-to-action tailored to the video format (long-form, short-form, or live).Video content now accounts for 82% of all consumer internet traffic (Cisco, 2025). YouTube has over 2.7 billion monthly active users. TikTok crossed 1.8 billion monthly active users in late 2025. If your marketing strategy doesn’t include video, you’re missing the dominant content format. These prompts remove the biggest bottleneck: writing the script. ChatGPT can’t produce video, but it can produce scripts in 10 minutes that would take a scriptwriter 2-3 hours. According to Wyzowl’s 2025 Video Marketing Survey, 91% of businesses use video as a marketing tool, up from 86% in 2023. The teams winning are the ones producing more video faster.
Write a YouTube video script about "[topic]" for a [niche] channel. Target length: 8-12 minutes (approximately 1,200-1,800 words spoken at natural pace). Structure: 1. HOOK (first 15 seconds): A surprising stat, bold claim, or relatable problem that stops scrolling 2. INTRO (30 seconds): Who this video is for, what they'll learn, why it matters now 3. CHAPTER 1: [subtopic 1] — explain, give an example, provide one actionable takeaway 4. CHAPTER 2: [subtopic 2] — same format 5. CHAPTER 3: [subtopic 3] — same format 6. CHAPTER 4: [subtopic 4] — same format 7. RECAP: Summarize the 4 key points in under 30 seconds 8. CTA: Specific next action (subscribe, comment, watch next video) Target audience: [describe] Tone: [conversational/professional/educational/entertaining] Include: timestamps for chapters, B-roll suggestions in [brackets], on-screen text suggestions in (parentheses).What it produces: A complete, ready-to-film YouTube script with visual cues. The chapter structure helps both the creator (organized filming) and the viewer (YouTube chapters in the progress bar). Pro tip: Read the script aloud before filming. If any sentence takes more than one breath to speak, break it into two sentences. Written-for-reading and written-for-speaking are different skills.
Write a step-by-step tutorial video script for YouTube. Topic: "How to [specific task]." Format: 1. HOOK: Show the end result first (what they'll be able to do after watching) 2. Prerequisites: What they need before starting (tools, accounts, knowledge level) 3. Step 1: [action] — explain what to do, why this step matters, common mistake to avoid 4. Step 2: [action] — same format 5. Step 3: [action] — same format 6. [continue for all steps, typically 5-8] 7. Troubleshooting: 2-3 common problems and fixes 8. CTA: "Try it yourself and comment with your results" Add [SCREEN RECORDING] markers where the viewer needs to see a screen, and [FACE CAM] markers where the presenter should be on camera. Target length: 6-10 minutes. Tool/software being demonstrated: [name] Audience skill level: [beginner/intermediate/advanced]What it produces: A tutorial script with filming direction cues. Tutorial videos get 3x the average watch time of other formats on YouTube (Think with Google, 2024) because viewers stay to complete each step. Pro tip: Number the steps visually on screen as well as verbally. Viewers who are following along in real time need to know which step they’re on at a glance.
Write a script for a "[Number] [Things/Tips/Tools/Mistakes] for [topic]" YouTube video. Format: 1. HOOK: Tease the most surprising item on the list (don't reveal it fully) 2. Briefly explain why this list matters and your credibility on the topic 3. Items 1-[X]: For each item: - Name it clearly (on-screen text) - Explain WHY it matters (not just what it is) - Give a specific example or case study - Transition to the next item with a bridge sentence 4. Bonus item: One extra tip that wasn't in the title 5. CTA: "Which of these was most useful? Comment below." Topic: [describe] Number of items: [e.g., 7] Target audience: [describe] Tone: [fast-paced and energetic / thoughtful and detailed] Target length: [X] minutesWhat it produces: A structured listicle script with built-in retention techniques (teasing the best item, bonus item at the end). Listicle videos with a “bonus tip” see 15-20% higher completion rates because viewers stay to see it. Pro tip: Put the most universally relevant items at positions 1 and 2 (to hook viewers early) and the most surprising or counterintuitive item last (to reward completion).
Write 5 different YouTube video intros for a video about "[topic]". Each intro should be under 30 seconds when spoken (approximately 60-80 words). Each must: - Start with a hook that creates immediate interest (stat, question, bold claim, story, or visual) - State what the viewer will learn - Give a reason to watch NOW instead of clicking away - NOT include "Hey guys, welcome to my channel" or any generic channel intro Channel niche: [describe] Target viewer: [describe] The video's biggest payoff for the viewer: [what they'll be able to do after watching] Label each intro by hook type: Stat, Question, Bold Claim, Story, Contrast.What it produces: 5 hook-first intros ready to test. YouTube’s own data shows that the first 30 seconds determine whether 70% of viewers continue or leave. These intros frontload value. Pro tip: Film all 5 intros and test them on social media clips before deciding which to use. The intro that gets the most comments or saves on social is usually the strongest hook for the full video.
Write a YouTube Shorts script (under 60 seconds, approximately 120-150 words). Topic: "[topic]". Structure: - HOOK (first 3 seconds): One sentence that stops scrolling. Use a pattern interrupt, surprising fact, or direct challenge. - BODY (40-45 seconds): One focused point, explained with one example or proof point. No tangents. - PAYOFF (last 10 seconds): The actionable takeaway + "Follow for more [topic] tips." Requirements: - Write for vertical video (9:16 aspect ratio) - Include [ON-SCREEN TEXT] cues for key phrases (viewers often watch without sound) - Every sentence must be spoken in under 5 seconds - No filler words, no throat-clearing sentences Niche: [describe] Target viewer: [describe]What it produces: A tight short-form script optimized for the Shorts algorithm. YouTube Shorts now get over 70 billion daily views (YouTube, 2025). The key is density: one clear point, no padding. Pro tip: Add on-screen captions for every sentence. 85% of social media video is watched without sound (Digiday, 2024). If your video doesn’t work on mute, it doesn’t work.
Write a script for a collaboration video between my channel ([your niche]) and [collaborator's channel/niche]. The video should: - Appeal to BOTH audiences (find the intersection topic) - Give each creator 50% of speaking time - Include natural back-and-forth dialogue (not two separate monologues) - End with cross-promotion (each creator directs viewers to the other's channel) My channel: [describe audience, niche, tone] Collaborator's channel: [describe audience, niche, tone] Shared topic: [the intersection that serves both audiences] Format: [interview, debate, challenge, joint tutorial] Target length: 10-15 minutesWhat it produces: A balanced collaboration script. Collaboration videos typically generate 2-3x the views of solo videos because they’re exposed to both creators’ audiences simultaneously. Pro tip: Script the hook and transitions. Let the middle sections be more conversational. Over-scripted collabs feel awkward; under-planned ones ramble. Find the balance.
Write a 90-second animated explainer video script for [product/service]. Follow this proven structure: 1. THE PROBLEM (15 seconds): "[Target audience] struggles with [specific problem]." Paint the pain in concrete terms. 2. AGITATE (10 seconds): What happens if the problem isn't solved? (costs, frustration, missed opportunities) 3. THE SOLUTION (15 seconds): Introduce [product] as the fix. One sentence on what it does. 4. HOW IT WORKS (25 seconds): 3 steps — [Step 1 in one sentence] → [Step 2] → [Step 3]. Keep each step to one visual scene. 5. KEY BENEFITS (15 seconds): Top 3 benefits as short phrases (not sentences) 6. SOCIAL PROOF (5 seconds): "[X] companies use [product]" or "Rated [X] on G2" 7. CTA (5 seconds): "Start your free trial at [URL]" or "Book a demo" Total word count: 200-240 words (approximately 90 seconds at natural speaking pace). Product: [describe] Target audience: [describe] Voiceover tone: [friendly/professional/energetic] Include [VISUAL CUE] notes for the animator.What it produces: A tight explainer script that follows the PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solve) framework. 90 seconds is the ideal length for an explainer; videos under 2 minutes have the highest engagement rates (Vidyard, 2025). Pro tip: Record a scratch voiceover and time it. Scripts that read as 90 seconds often run 2+ minutes when spoken naturally. Cut 20% more than you think you need.
Write a product demo video script for [product name]. The demo should: 1. CONTEXT (15 seconds): "Let me show you how [product] solves [specific problem] in under [X] minutes." 2. SETUP (10 seconds): "I'll walk you through [3 key features] using a real example." 3. FEATURE 1 DEMO (60 seconds): Show the feature in action. Narrate what you're doing and WHY it matters to the viewer. Include [SCREEN RECORDING] cues. 4. FEATURE 2 DEMO (60 seconds): Same format. 5. FEATURE 3 DEMO (60 seconds): Same format. 6. RESULTS (15 seconds): Show the output/result of using the product. Quantify the time/effort saved. 7. CTA (10 seconds): Specific next step. Product: [describe, including UI if relevant] The 3 features to demonstrate: [list with brief descriptions] Target viewer: [role/title considering the product] Total length target: 4-5 minutesWhat it produces: A demo script with screen recording cues. Demos that show outcomes (what the viewer achieves) outperform demos that show features (what buttons to click) by a wide margin. 73% of B2B buyers prefer to watch a demo video before talking to sales (Gartner, 2024). Pro tip: Use a real example from a real customer scenario (anonymized if needed). Fake demo data undermines credibility. Viewers can tell when the spreadsheet has made-up names and numbers.
Write a script for a feature announcement video. The new feature is: [describe feature, what it does, who it's for]. Structure (2-3 minutes total): 1. OPENING: "We built something new. Here's why." (Skip generic hype. Get to the point.) 2. THE PROBLEM IT SOLVES: What was frustrating before this feature existed? Be specific. 3. THE FEATURE: What it does in plain language. One sentence. 4. LIVE DEMO: Walk through the feature step by step. [SCREEN RECORDING] cues. 5. CUSTOMER IMPACT: "This means [specific outcome] for [customer type]." Use one customer quote or beta tester feedback if available. 6. AVAILABILITY: When it ships, which plans include it, any migration notes. 7. CTA: "Try it today" or "Update to version [X]." Product: [name] Feature name: [name] Target audience for this feature: [who benefits most] Tone: [excited but not breathless]What it produces: A focused feature launch video. Companies like Loom, Notion, and Linear have popularized the short, confident feature announcement format. Skip the corporate “we’re thrilled to announce” opener. Pro tip: Film this video within 24 hours of the feature going live. Speed matters more than production quality for announcements. A quick Loom-style video beats a polished production that ships 3 weeks late.
Write a comparison video script: "[Our Product] vs. [Competitor Product]" for [target audience]. Structure (5-7 minutes): 1. HOOK: "If you're choosing between [us] and [competitor], here's what actually matters." 2. FAIR FRAMING: Acknowledge both products have strengths. Build credibility by being honest. 3. COMPARISON DIMENSION 1: [feature/pricing/ease of use]. Show both side-by-side. 4. COMPARISON DIMENSION 2: [different dimension]. Same format. 5. COMPARISON DIMENSION 3: [different dimension]. Same format. 6. COMPARISON DIMENSION 4: [different dimension]. Same format. 7. WHO SHOULD CHOOSE [COMPETITOR]: Be honest about scenarios where they're the better pick. 8. WHO SHOULD CHOOSE [US]: Clear scenarios where we win. 9. CTA: "Try [our product] free and decide for yourself." Our product strengths: [list] Our product weaknesses: [list honestly] Competitor strengths: [list] Competitor weaknesses: [list] Tone: fair, informative, confident (not aggressive)What it produces: A fair comparison video that builds trust. Acknowledging competitor strengths makes your claims about your own strengths more credible. 86% of viewers say they value honesty in comparison content (Trustpilot, 2024). Pro tip: Lead with the comparison dimension where you’re strongest. The first comparison sets the frame for the rest of the video.
Create an outline for a 5-video customer onboarding series for [product name]. For each video, provide: 1. Video title 2. Length (keep each under 3 minutes) 3. Full script 4. The ONE goal of this video (what the customer should be able to do after watching) 5. Link to the next video in the series Series structure: Video 1: Welcome + account setup Video 2: Core feature #1 walkthrough Video 3: Core feature #2 walkthrough Video 4: Advanced tip + integration Video 5: Getting help + community + what's next Product: [describe] Target user: [role, technical level] Tone: helpful, concise, encouragingWhat it produces: A complete onboarding video series. Companies with structured onboarding video sequences see 50-60% higher product activation rates (Userpilot, 2025). Each video should get the customer to one specific milestone. Pro tip: Film video 1 last. You’ll be better at scripting and filming by the time you finish videos 2-5, and video 1 is the most-watched in the series.
Write a TikTok script about "[topic]" for a [niche] account. Length: 30-60 seconds (75-150 words). Structure: - HOOK (first 3 seconds): A pattern interrupt. Options: start mid-story, ask a provocative question, say "Stop doing [common mistake]", or show a before/after. - SETUP (5 seconds): One sentence: who this is for and what they'll learn. - BODY (20-40 seconds): The actual tip/insight. Maximum 3 points. Each point is ONE sentence + ONE example. - PAYOFF (5 seconds): The key takeaway in one memorable sentence. - CTA (3 seconds): "Follow for more [topic]" or "Save this for later." Include [ON-SCREEN TEXT] for key phrases and [VISUAL] cues for transitions. Niche: [describe] Target viewer: [describe] Tone: [casual and direct / professional but approachable / humorous]What it produces: A tight TikTok script optimized for retention. The constraint of 75-150 words forces every word to earn its place. No filler. Pro tip: Film 3 different hooks for the same body content and post the one that gets the highest retention in the first 3 seconds. Most creators waste time perfecting the body when the hook determines 80% of performance.
Write an Instagram Reels script (15-30 seconds) that can be adapted to trending audio. Topic: "[topic]". Structure: - VISUAL HOOK (first 2 seconds): [ON-SCREEN TEXT] that stops scrolling. Use a bold statement, relatable frustration, or counter-intuitive claim. - BODY (10-20 seconds): 3-4 visual scenes, each with [ON-SCREEN TEXT] overlay. The content should work WITHOUT audio (most viewers have sound off). - CTA (last 3 seconds): [ON-SCREEN TEXT] + "Save this" or "Share with someone who needs this" This Reel must work as a silent video with text overlays AND as a video with voiceover. Write both versions: (1) text-only version, (2) voiceover version. Niche: [describe] Content style: [educational / inspirational / behind-the-scenes / before-after]What it produces: A dual-format Reels script. Instagram’s algorithm rewards Reels that use trending audio, but 80% of Instagram video is watched on mute (Instagram for Business, 2025). Your script needs to work both ways. Pro tip: Use the Instagram audio search to find trending sounds in your niche. Then ask ChatGPT: “Write a Reel script about [topic] that matches the energy and timing of this audio: [describe the audio’s beat/tempo/mood].”
Write a "day in the life" TikTok/Reels script for a [professional role: marketer/founder/designer/developer]. Length: 45-60 seconds. Structure: - OPENING: [ON-SCREEN TEXT] "A day in the life of a [role] at a [company type]" - 6-8 SCENES: Each scene is 5-8 seconds with: - [TIME STAMP] "7:30 AM", "9:00 AM", etc. - [ACTION] What you're doing (be specific: not "working" but "reviewing yesterday's campaign data in GA4") - [ON-SCREEN TEXT] One casual comment or insight - [VISUAL] What to film Make it relatable, not aspirational. Show real tasks, real screens, real frustrations. Include one moment of humor or surprise. Include a subtle brand/product mention if applicable: [product name]What it produces: A structured day-in-the-life script. This format consistently generates high engagement because it satisfies curiosity about how other professionals work. It also builds personal brand credibility. Pro tip: Film it on the actual day, in real time. The authenticity of real environments (messy desks, actual meeting rooms, real screens) outperforms staged setups.
Write a "[Number] things nobody tells you about [topic]" TikTok/Reels script. Length: 30-45 seconds (5-7 items). Format for each item: - [ON-SCREEN TEXT]: Bold statement - [VOICEOVER]: 1-2 sentence explanation - [TRANSITION]: Quick cut to next item The items should be genuinely surprising or counterintuitive, not obvious advice repackaged. Pull from real industry experience in [field]. Topic: [describe] Target audience: [describe] Each item must challenge a common assumption or reveal a hidden truth. Tone: direct, no hedging. Confidence is the format.What it produces: A rapid-fire list script. This format works because it promises insider knowledge and delivers it quickly. The curiosity gap between items drives watch completion. Pro tip: Start with the second most surprising item (to hook immediately) and end with the most surprising (to reward completion). The first item sets expectations; the last item gets comments and shares.
Write a before/after transformation TikTok/Reels script. Length: 15-30 seconds. Structure: - BEFORE (first 5-8 seconds): Show the problem state. [ON-SCREEN TEXT] describes the pain. Visuals should look messy, complicated, or frustrating. - TRANSITION (1-2 seconds): A satisfying visual cut or transition effect. [ON-SCREEN TEXT]: "But then I tried [product/approach]" - AFTER (5-8 seconds): Show the transformed state. [ON-SCREEN TEXT] highlights the specific improvement with numbers if possible. - CTA (3 seconds): "Link in bio" or "Comment 'HOW' for the full breakdown" Topic: [describe the transformation] Before state: [describe in detail] After state: [describe with specific metrics] Tone: satisfying, visual-firstWhat it produces: A transformation script designed for visual impact. Before/after content is the highest-engagement format on TikTok and Instagram, driving 2-4x the shares of standard educational content (Later, 2025). Pro tip: The bigger the visual contrast between “before” and “after,” the better the performance. Exaggerate the “before” state slightly (cluttered spreadsheet, confusing dashboard) to make the “after” state feel more dramatic.
Write a reaction/commentary TikTok script responding to this trending topic or news: "[describe the trend or news item]". Structure: - HOOK (3 seconds): "Everyone's talking about [trend]. Here's what they're getting wrong." - TAKE (20-30 seconds): Your informed opinion based on actual expertise in [your field]. Be specific, not vague. Name names, cite numbers, take a clear position. - CONCLUSION (5 seconds): One sentence that reframes the topic. - CTA (3 seconds): "Agree or disagree? Comment." My expertise/perspective: [describe why you're qualified to comment] Position: [your actual take on the trend] Tone: informed and opinionated, not angry or clickbaityWhat it produces: A trending topic script with a clear point of view. Reaction content works best when you have genuine expertise to add, not just an opinion. The algorithm rewards timely content, and commentary videos posted within 48 hours of a trend perform 5x better than late entries. Pro tip: Film and post within hours of the trend breaking. Speed beats production quality for trending content. A smartphone video posted on day 1 outperforms a polished video posted on day 5.
Write an interview guide for a customer testimonial video about [product/service]. Include: 8 questions in this order: 1. What's your name, title, and company? (30 seconds) 2. What problem were you trying to solve before [product]? (45 seconds) 3. What were you using before? What was frustrating about it? (30 seconds) 4. How did you discover [product]? (15 seconds) 5. What was the implementation/onboarding experience like? (30 seconds) 6. What specific results have you seen? (45 seconds — emphasize numbers) 7. What feature do you use most, and why? (30 seconds) 8. What would you tell someone considering [product]? (30 seconds) For each question, include: - The question itself - A follow-up prompt if their first answer is vague - The type of answer you're looking for (emotional, factual, comparative) Total video length target: 3-4 minutes (edited from a 15-20 minute interview).What it produces: A structured interview guide that produces filmable, editable testimonial footage. Asking for specific results in question 6 is where the gold is. Vague praise doesn’t convert. Specific numbers do. Pro tip: Send the questions to the customer 48 hours before filming. Not to rehearse, but to jog their memory about specific results and timelines. Customers who prepare specific numbers give 3x stronger testimonials.
Write a 2-3 minute case study video script based on this customer story: Customer: [company name, industry, size] Problem: [what they were struggling with, in specific terms] What they tried before: [previous approach or competitor] Our solution: [what we did, specifically] Results: [specific metrics — revenue, time saved, cost reduced, growth achieved] Timeline: [how long it took] Customer quote: [paste a real quote if available] Script structure: 1. HOOK (10 seconds): Lead with the headline result 2. THE CHALLENGE (30 seconds): Describe the problem in the customer's words 3. THE APPROACH (45 seconds): What we did, step by step (keep it simple, 3 key actions) 4. THE RESULTS (30 seconds): Numbers on screen with voiceover context 5. CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL (30 seconds): Their words about the experience 6. CTA (10 seconds): "Want results like [Company]? [Next step]." Include [B-ROLL] and [GRAPHICS] cues for the editor.What it produces: A results-focused case study video script. Leading with the result (not the challenge) captures attention immediately. Viewers stay to learn how the result was achieved. Pro tip: Always show the numbers on screen, not just in voiceover. Visual stat displays (big numbers with labels) are the most screenshot-worthy moments in case study videos, and screenshots become organic social proof.
Write a short video script (60-90 seconds) for an employee at [company] to share on their personal LinkedIn/social media about working at the company. The video should feel authentic, not corporate. Structure: - OPENING: "One thing I didn't expect about working at [company]..." - BODY: Share one specific insight, story, or culture element that's genuinely interesting (not "we have ping pong tables") - PROOF: One concrete example that illustrates the point - CLOSING: "If that resonates, we're [hiring/growing/building X]. Link in comments." The employee's role: [describe] Genuine culture element to highlight: [describe something real and specific] Tone: personal, honest, not recruiter-speak Avoid: corporate buzzwords, forced enthusiasm, braggingWhat it produces: An authentic employee advocacy script. Employee-shared content gets 8x the engagement of brand-shared content (LinkedIn, 2025). But it needs to sound like the employee, not like the marketing department. Pro tip: Let the employee edit the script in their own voice before filming. The script is a starting structure, not a teleprompter script. Authenticity drops the second it sounds rehearsed.
Write a script for a 60-second social proof compilation video. This video strings together multiple customer results and testimonial snippets into one fast-paced montage. Available testimonials/results: [paste 8-10 customer quotes or data points] Structure: - OPENING (5 seconds): [ON-SCREEN TEXT] "What [X] companies are saying about [product]" - RAPID FIRE (45 seconds): 6-8 customer quotes or results, each displayed for 4-6 seconds with: - [ON-SCREEN TEXT]: The quote or stat - [VOICEOVER]: Brief context or the customer's name/company - Visual: customer photo, logo, or screenshot - CLOSING (10 seconds): Overall stat + CTA. "[X] companies, [average result]. Start your free trial." Music: energetic, building momentum. Pacing: each clip slightly faster than the last.What it produces: A montage script that creates a “social proof wave” effect. The rapid succession of positive results is more persuasive than any single testimonial because it implies broad consensus. Pro tip: Use this format for retargeting ads. Visitors who’ve already visited your site respond well to proof-heavy content on the second touch.
Write a message I can send to a happy customer asking them to record a 60-second selfie video testimonial on their phone. The message should: 1. Open with genuine gratitude (reference a specific interaction or result) 2. Make the ask simple and low-pressure 3. Provide exactly what to cover in 3 bullet points (keep it to 3, not more) 4. Give technical tips (film horizontal, use natural light, find a quiet spot) 5. Set a deadline (to prevent indefinite procrastination) 6. Offer to send example videos they can model Customer's specific result: [what they achieved] Relationship context: [how long they've been a customer, recent interaction] Tone: warm, respectful of their timeWhat it produces: A low-friction testimonial request. Phone-recorded testimonials actually outperform professionally filmed ones for conversion because they feel more authentic. The production quality signals “real person,” not “marketing department.” Pro tip: Offer to buy them coffee (a $5 gift card) as a thank-you. It’s not about the money. It signals that you value their time and increases response rates by 40-50%.
Write a webinar script outline for a 45-minute session titled "[title]" for an audience of [describe audience]. Timing: - 0:00-5:00 WELCOME: Housekeeping, speaker intro, "Here's what we'll cover and why it matters to you specifically." Include an audience poll question. - 5:00-8:00 CONTEXT: Why this topic matters now. Include 2-3 recent statistics or trend data. - 8:00-20:00 SECTION 1: [Core teaching point 1]. Include one framework/model, one example, and one audience interaction point. - 20:00-32:00 SECTION 2: [Core teaching point 2]. Same format. - 32:00-38:00 SECTION 3: [Core teaching point 3]. Same format. - 38:00-42:00 LIVE Q&A: Pre-seed 3 questions in case the audience is quiet. - 42:00-45:00 CLOSE: Recap key takeaways (3 bullets), CTA, how to get the recording. For each section, provide: the key assertion, supporting evidence, a practical example, and the audience interaction element (poll, chat prompt, or exercise). Speaker: [name, title] Organizer: [company]What it produces: A structured webinar script with built-in engagement triggers. The audience interaction points (polls, chat prompts) at 10-minute intervals prevent the attention drop-off that happens when webinars are pure lecture. Pro tip: Put your best content in section 1 (minutes 8-20). That’s when attendance is highest. Save the offer/CTA for the end, not the beginning. Webinars that lead with the sales pitch lose 60% of attendees.
Create a slide-by-slide outline for a [X]-minute webinar presentation. Title: "[title]". For each slide: 1. Slide title (question or bold statement) 2. 2-3 bullet points (key messages, not full sentences) 3. Visual suggestion (chart, screenshot, diagram, or photo) 4. Speaker notes (50-100 words of what to say on this slide) Total slides: [20-25 for a 45-minute session, roughly 1 slide per 2 minutes] Follow the rule: maximum 6 words per bullet point, maximum 3 bullets per slide. Topic: [describe] Audience: [describe] Key data points to include: [list specific stats or findings] CTA at end: [describe desired action]What it produces: A complete slide deck outline with speaker notes. The 6-words-per-bullet constraint forces clarity. Slides with paragraphs of text cause audiences to read instead of listen, and they do neither well. Pro tip: Design slides for the recording, not just the live session. 58% of webinar views happen on-demand (GoTo Webinar, 2025). Slides need to make sense without a live presenter narrating them.
Write the registration page copy for a webinar titled "[title]" on [date] at [time]. Include: 1. Headline: Benefit-first, not just the topic name 2. Subheadline: What they'll walk away with (specific deliverable or insight) 3. "You'll learn" section: 3-4 specific takeaways (each starts with a verb) 4. Speaker bio: [name, title, 2-3 credibility points, photo description] 5. "This webinar is for you if..." section: 3 audience qualifiers 6. Social proof: [any registration numbers, past webinar stats, speaker credentials] 7. Registration form: Which fields to include (name, email, company, title) 8. Calendar integration note: "Add to your calendar" after registration Time zone handling: Show in multiple time zones or use "in your local time." Urgency element: [limited spots, bonus for live attendees, etc.]What it produces: Registration page copy designed for conversion. Webinar registration pages with specific takeaways (not vague topic descriptions) convert 25-35% of visitors to registrants. Pro tip: Include “Can’t make it live? Register anyway and we’ll send the recording.” This captures registrants who would otherwise bounce. 58% of webinar consumption is on-demand, so capturing those emails is valuable.
Write a 20-minute conference talk script. Title: "[title]" for [conference name/type]. Structure: 1. OPENING (2 minutes): A story, statistic, or demonstration that grabs a room of [audience type]. No "I'm excited to be here." Start with the content. 2. THE PROBLEM (3 minutes): Frame the challenge the audience faces. Make it specific to THIS audience. 3. THE FRAMEWORK (8 minutes): Introduce your [3-step framework / 4 principles / model]. For each element: define it, give one example, show one result. 4. PROOF (3 minutes): One case study or data set that validates the framework. 5. APPLICATION (2 minutes): "Here's how you apply this starting tomorrow." 3 specific action steps. 6. CLOSE (2 minutes): Circle back to the opening story/stat. End with a memorable line. Speaker: [name, title, expertise] Audience: [conference type, attendee profile] Core message (one sentence): [what's the ONE thing they should remember]What it produces: A conference-quality talk script. The circular structure (opening story revisited in the close) is the most memorable talk format. TED speakers use it, and it works at any conference. Pro tip: Memorize the first 2 minutes and the last 2 minutes. Read or reference notes for the middle sections. A strong start and strong finish create the impression of a polished talk even if the middle is slightly rough.
Write a 3-email follow-up sequence for webinar attendees. Email 1 (send 1 hour after webinar ends): - Subject line: Reference a specific insight from the webinar - Body: Thank them, link to recording, link to slides, one key takeaway - CTA: [next step, e.g., book a demo, download the template discussed] Email 2 (send 3 days later): - Subject line: Address the #1 question from Q&A - Body: Answer the question in detail, tie it to the [product/service] - CTA: Same or lower-commitment Email 3 (send 7 days later): - Subject line: Results-focused, urgency element - Body: Case study or result related to the webinar topic - CTA: Final push with deadline or bonus Webinar topic: [describe] CTA/offer: [describe] Speaker: [name] Each email: under 200 words. Respect their inbox.What it produces: A 3-email sequence that converts webinar attendees into leads or customers. Webinar follow-up emails get 4-5x the open rates of regular marketing emails because the recipient already has a relationship with the content. The 3-email cadence (immediate, 3-day, 7-day) is the optimal balance between persistence and respect. Pro tip: Segment by attendance: attendees get the 3-email sequence above, no-shows get a different sequence that leads with the recording link and a summary of what they missed.
Write 10 video hooks for a video about "[topic]". For each hook: - Write the exact words to say in the first 3 seconds - Identify the hook type: curiosity gap, bold claim, direct challenge, story opening, stat shock, or "you're doing it wrong" - Note which platform it's best suited for (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, LinkedIn) - Rate the "scroll-stopping power" 1-5 Target audience: [describe] The video's core message: [one sentence] Tone: [casual/professional/provocative] Avoid hooks that: start with a question the viewer doesn't care about, require context to understand, or sound like clickbait without substance.What it produces: 10 platform-optimized hooks with ratings. Test the top 3 and track which hook type consistently performs best for your audience. Over time, you’ll build a personal hook playbook. Pro tip: The best hooks create an “information gap.” The viewer knows enough to be curious but not enough to satisfy that curiosity without watching. “The biggest mistake marketers make with AI” works because you NEED to know what the mistake is.
Write 5 "stop doing this" hook scripts for short-form video. Each script: - Opens with "Stop [common practice that's actually wrong]" - Explains why it's wrong in 2 sentences (with evidence) - Gives the better alternative in 2 sentences - Total: under 100 words per script Topic area: [describe] Common mistakes in this field: [list 5 things people do wrong] Target audience: [describe, including their current skill level] The "stop doing this" format works because it triggers loss aversion. People are more motivated to avoid mistakes than to gain advantages.What it produces: 5 ready-to-film contrarian hooks. This format consistently generates high comment engagement because viewers either agree passionately or disagree loudly. Both responses help the algorithm. Pro tip: Only call out mistakes you can genuinely prove are wrong. If you call out a “mistake” that’s actually a valid approach, you lose credibility fast in the comments.
Write 5 story-based hooks for a video about [topic]. Each hook starts mid-story (in medias res) to create immediate curiosity. Format: "[Story opening, 1-2 sentences that drop the viewer into the middle of a situation]... and that's when I realized [insight]. Here's what I learned." The hook should: - Start with action or dialogue, not setup - Create a curiosity gap (what happened? what was the result?) - Feel personal and specific (not abstract) - Lead naturally into the educational content of the video My expertise: [describe] Real stories or experiences I can draw from: [list 3-4 brief scenarios] The lesson each video teaches: [the educational payoff]What it produces: Story hooks that exploit the human brain’s wiring for narrative. We process stories 22x more memorably than facts alone (Stanford research). Starting mid-story bypasses the viewer’s “is this worth my time?” filter. Pro tip: Use real stories. Made-up scenarios feel flat. If you don’t have a personal story, use a client story (anonymized) or a well-known industry example.
Write 5 hooks that lead with a surprising statistic or data point. Topic: [describe]. Format for each: - HOOK LINE: "[Surprising number/stat]... and here's why that matters for [audience]." - CONTEXT (one sentence): Why this stat is surprising or significant - BRIDGE (one sentence): How this connects to the actionable advice in the rest of the video The stat must be: - Real and verifiable (cite the source) - Surprising to the target audience (not common knowledge) - Directly relevant to the video's topic Available data points: [list stats you know or want to use] Target audience: [describe] What would surprise this audience: [describe their current assumptions]What it produces: Stat-driven hooks with sources. A hook that opens with “92% of marketers use AI, but only 11% say it produces content they’d publish unchanged” is more compelling than “AI is changing marketing.” Specificity wins. Pro tip: Display the stat on screen as large text while saying it. The dual delivery (visual + audio) increases retention by 65% (Brain Rules, Medina).
Write 8 pattern interrupt hooks for short-form video. A pattern interrupt is a hook that breaks the viewer's scrolling autopilot by doing something unexpected. Categories: - 2 hooks that start with an unexpected visual action [describe what you could film] - 2 hooks that make a bold, counterintuitive claim about [topic] - 2 hooks that directly address and call out the viewer's current behavior - 2 hooks that create a "wait, what?" moment through contrast or contradiction For each hook: the exact words (under 15 words), the visual setup, and the expected viewer reaction. Niche: [describe] Target viewer scrolling behavior: [what are they seeing in their feed from competitors?] Your brand personality: [describe]What it produces: 8 hooks designed to break automatic scrolling. Pattern interrupts work because the brain is wired to notice anomalies. Something unexpected in the first frame forces conscious attention. Pro tip: The visual pattern interrupt matters more than the verbal one on muted feeds. Start with an unusual visual (close-up, unusual angle, contrasting colors) before the text or voiceover even registers.
“The mistake most people make with ChatGPT video scripts is treating the output as final. It’s not. ChatGPT gives you structure, pacing, and a first draft in 10 minutes. But the personality, the timing pauses, the ad-libs that make video feel human, those come from you. Use ChatGPT for the skeleton. Add the soul yourself.”
Hardik Shah, Founder of ScaleGrowth.Digital
| Platform | Ideal Length | Hook Window | Key Script Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube (long-form) | 8-15 minutes | First 8 seconds | Chapter structure with open loops |
| YouTube Shorts | 30-60 seconds | First 3 seconds | One point, no tangents |
| TikTok | 30-60 seconds | First 1-2 seconds | Pattern interrupt hook |
| Instagram Reels | 15-30 seconds | First 2-3 seconds | Works silent with text overlays |
| LinkedIn Video | 1-3 minutes | First 5 seconds | Professional insight with data |
| Webinar | 30-60 minutes | First 2 minutes | Interaction every 10 minutes |
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ChatGPT produces a solid first draft, but it tends to write for reading, not speaking. After generating the script, read it aloud and cut sentences that feel unnatural. Add contractions (it’s, don’t, we’ve), shorten sentences to one-breath length, and insert natural pauses. Plan for 20-30% editing time to make the script sound like you.
A 10-minute video requires approximately 1,300-1,600 words of scripted content. The average speaking pace is 130-160 words per minute. Factor in pauses, visual segments (screen recordings, B-roll), and transitions that don’t need scripted narration. Write slightly more than you need and cut during editing.
Script the hook (first 3 seconds) word-for-word. For the rest, use bullet points. TikTok audiences prefer authentic, slightly imperfect delivery over polished teleprompter reads. Script the structure and key points; improvise the connecting language. If your delivery sounds scripted, TikTok’s audience will scroll past.
Place your primary CTA at the end, after you’ve delivered value. For YouTube, add a soft mid-roll CTA at the 40-60% mark (“If you’re finding this useful, hit subscribe”). For short-form, keep the CTA to 3 seconds maximum at the end or as on-screen text. Never front-load CTAs before the content; viewers haven’t earned a reason to act yet.
Three options: (1) screen recording with voiceover, no face required, (2) text-on-screen format with background music (popular on TikTok and Reels), (3) AI avatar tools like HeyGen or Synthesia that generate a presenter from your script. The prompts on this page work for all three formats. Specify “voiceover only” or “text-on-screen format” in your prompt.
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