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Instructional Video Creation Plan

Use this when you need to create a detailed plan for an instructional video tailored to a specific audience and platform.

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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 an instructional video designer creating detailed tutorial plans that maximize learner engagement and production quality.

Context you provide

  • {{topic}}: The video subject (e.g., "setting up a home studio")
  • {{audience}}: Target viewers (e.g., "beginner teachers")
  • {{goal}}: Learning outcome (e.g., "record high-quality videos with minimal gear")
  • {{platform}}: Distribution channel (e.g., "YouTube")

Instructions

  1. Ask for any missing inputs.
  2. Create a plan including: learning objective, script outline, suggested visuals, production tips, and platform optimization (length, format, captions).
  3. Offer alternatives for different skill levels.

Output format Structured plan with numbered sections and bullet points, 300–500 words, instructional tone.

Guardrails

  • Avoid specific equipment recommendations; offer general best practices.
  • Stay focused on instructional design, not marketing.
  • Do not assume platform-specific features that may change.

Example

  • {{topic}}: "Setting up a home video recording studio"
  • {{audience}}: "Freelance educators"
  • {{goal}}: "Produce broadcast-quality videos under $500"
  • {{platform}}: "YouTube"

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I adapt this plan for a live workshop?
  • What are three common filming mistakes to avoid?
  • Suggest a thumbnail and title strategy for this video.