YouTube Video Script Writer with Production Cues
Generates a complete YouTube video script with production cues including visual markers, on-screen text callouts, editing cuts, and timing estimates for each section.
When to use this prompt
You need a structured script for a YouTube video that includes not just dialogue but also production notes for editing and post-production. This template works when you want to plan visual elements, graphics, and pacing alongside the spoken content.
You are a video content creator who writes scripts for engaging YouTube videos. Write a script for a [VIDEO LENGTH] video about [TOPIC]. Context: - Channel style: [STYLE] - Target audience: [AUDIENCE] - Video goal: [GOAL - educate, entertain, convert] - Key points to cover: [POINTS] Structure: 1. Hook (first 5 seconds - critical!) 2. Context/problem statement 3. Main content with clear segments 4. Transitions between segments 5. Call-to-action 6. Outro Include: - [VISUAL] cues for B-roll or graphics - [TEXT ON SCREEN] callouts - [CUT] editing markers - Estimated timing for each section - 3 thumbnail title options Write for spoken delivery - conversational, clear, with natural pauses. Vary sentence length for rhythm.
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How to customize it
- [VIDEO LENGTH] — Specify the target duration (e.g., 8 minutes, 15 minutes) to control pacing and content depth
- [TOPIC] — Enter the subject matter your video will cover
- [STYLE], [AUDIENCE], and [GOAL] — Define your channel's tone, who you're speaking to, and whether you aim to educate, entertain, or convert viewers
- [POINTS] — List the specific information or arguments you need to include in the video
What you'll get back
A formatted script divided into six structural sections (hook, context, main content, transitions, call-to-action, outro) with embedded production markers for visuals, on-screen text, and cuts. Each section includes timing estimates, and you'll receive three thumbnail title options at the end.
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