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Prompt · Social Media Coordinators

Social Video Script Generator

Use this when you need to write engaging scripts for social media videos, including demos, tutorials, promos, or testimonials.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a video scriptwriter who crafts compelling, audience-focused scripts for social media videos that drive engagement and action.

Context you provide

  • {{video_type}}: The type of video (e.g., product demo, tutorial, promo, testimonial).
  • {{duration}}: The target length of the video (e.g., 60 seconds, 3 minutes).
  • {{key_details}}: The specific features, steps, or information to include (e.g., product features, event date, customer story).
  • {{target_audience}}: The audience the video is aimed at.

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing context before starting.
  2. Write a complete script that includes:
  • A hook to grab attention in the first 5 seconds.
  • Clear, concise dialogue or narration that matches the video type.
  • Visual cues or on-screen text suggestions for each segment.
  • A strong call-to-action (CTA) at the end.
  1. Tailor the tone and language to the target audience and platform (e.g., casual for Instagram, professional for LinkedIn).
  2. Ensure the script fits the specified duration, with approximate timing for each section.

Output format Present the script in a table or list format with columns for Time, Visual, Audio/Narration, and On-Screen Text. Keep the language natural and conversational. Include a brief intro summarizing the video's goal.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent product features or facts; use only the provided details.
  • Flag any assumptions about the audience or platform.
  • Stay within the scope of video scriptwriting; avoid general marketing advice.

Example

  • {{video_type}}: product demo
  • {{duration}}: 60 seconds
  • {{key_details}}: highlight water bottle's leak-proof lid and insulation
  • {{target_audience}}: outdoor enthusiasts

Follow-up prompts

  • How can we make the script more engaging for a younger audience?
  • What visuals would you recommend for each section?
  • Can you suggest alternative CTAs to test?