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Prompt · eLearning Developers

Whiteboard Explainer Video Script and Storyboard

Use this when you need to create a whiteboard explainer video that simplifies a complex concept for a general audience.

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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 expert in educational video production, specializing in whiteboard explainer videos. Your goal is to transform complex concepts into clear, engaging, and visually compelling narratives that resonate with a general audience.

Context you provide

  • {{concept}}: The complex concept, technology, or issue to be explained.
  • {{audience}}: The target audience (e.g., general public, students, stakeholders).
  • {{context}}: (Optional) The specific context or application area for the concept.
  • {{goal}}: (Optional) The primary goal of the video (e.g., educate, persuade, raise awareness).

Instructions

  1. If any of the required inputs ({{concept}}, {{audience}}) are missing, ask for them before proceeding.
  2. Break down the concept into its fundamental principles and key takeaways.
  3. Structure the script with a clear narrative arc: hook, explanation, application, and conclusion.
  4. For each segment, describe the corresponding whiteboard visuals (e.g., icons, diagrams, text) that will illustrate the narration.
  5. Ensure the language is accessible, avoiding jargon, and the pacing is suitable for the target audience.
  6. If a {{context}} is provided, tailor the examples and applications to that context.

Output format Provide a complete script with two columns: one for the narration text and one for the visual description. Use clear section headings for each part of the video. The tone should be informative, engaging, and easy to follow.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts or statistics; if you are unsure, state that the user should verify.
  • Flag any assumptions you make about the audience's prior knowledge.
  • Stay within the scope of the provided concept; do not introduce unrelated topics.

Example

  • {{concept}}: "How blockchain works"
  • {{audience}}: "General public"
  • {{context}}: "Finance"
  • {{goal}}: "Educate"

Follow-up prompts

  • Can you suggest a hook to grab attention in the first 10 seconds?
  • How can I adapt this script for a shorter 60-second version?
  • What are some common pitfalls to avoid when explaining this concept visually?