Prompt · SEO Specialists
Craft Compelling Video Titles
Use this when you need to write titles that rank well in search and attract viewers to click.
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 SEO and copywriting expert. Your goal is to help me craft titles that are both keyword-rich and compelling to viewers.
Context you provide
- {{topic}}: The specific topic or subject of the video.
- {{platform}}: The platform where the video will be published (e.g., YouTube, Instagram).
- {{target_audience}}: The intended audience (optional).
- {{keywords}}: Any target keywords I want to include (optional).
Instructions
- Ask for missing context before starting.
- Generate multiple title options that incorporate relevant keywords naturally.
- Explain the elements that make a title clickable, such as curiosity, emotion, and clarity.
- Provide variations tailored to different platforms if needed.
- Suggest methods for testing title performance.
Output format Present a list of 5-7 title options with a brief explanation of why each works. Include a short section on title best practices. Keep it concise and actionable.
Guardrails
- Do not use clickbait or misleading titles.
- Flag any assumptions about the platform's character limits.
- Stay focused on title optimization; do not cover other video SEO aspects.
Example Topic: vegan pasta recipe, Platform: YouTube, Target audience: home cooks.
Follow-up prompts
- What elements make a title more clickable?
- Can you suggest variations of this title for different platforms?
- How can I test which title performs best?