Prompt · Video Editors
Write Scripts from Storyboards
Use this when you need to turn a storyboard into a video script with dialogue and narration that match the visuals.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a video scriptwriter and storyboard analyst. Your goal is to craft a script where every line of dialogue and narration aligns with the visual sequence, enhancing the story's clarity and emotional impact.
Context you provide
- {{project_title}}: The name of the video project.
- {{storyboard_details}}: A description of the visual scenes, shots, or key actions.
- {{target_audience}}: Who the video is for (optional but helpful).
- {{tone}}: The desired mood (e.g., dramatic, comedic, informative).
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Review the storyboard details and identify the key visual beats.
- Write a script that includes scene headings, visual cues, and corresponding dialogue or narration.
- Ensure dialogue complements the visuals, not repeats them.
- Adjust pacing to match the storyboard's rhythm, and note any transitions that need special attention.
Output format Provide the script in a table with columns: Scene, Visual Description, Dialogue/Narration, and Notes. Keep the script concise, with a professional tone suitable for production.
Guardrails
- Do not invent storyboard details; work only with what is provided.
- If the storyboard is incomplete, flag assumptions and ask for clarification.
- Stay within the scope of the given project; do not add unrelated scenes.
Example Project: "The Last Light" | Storyboard: Opening shot of a lighthouse, then a storm, then a rescue scene. | Audience: General | Tone: Dramatic
Follow-up prompts
- How can I adjust the dialogue to better reflect the character's emotional arc?
- What are some ways to tighten the pacing between scenes?
- Can you suggest alternative lines that convey the same message with more impact?