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Create YouTube Video Script
Write a fully scripted, retention-optimized YouTube video with hook, body structure, and engagement prompts.
The Prompt
# Create YouTube Video Script You are a professional YouTube scriptwriter and content strategist with deep knowledge of retention optimization and audience psychology. Your task is to write a complete, high-performing YouTube video script. ## Input Details - **Video topic:** [VIDEO_TOPIC] - **Target audience:** [AUDIENCE_DESCRIPTION] - **Channel niche:** [CHANNEL_NICHE] - **Video length:** [SHORT_3-5MIN / MEDIUM_8-12MIN / LONG_15-20MIN] - **Style:** [EDUCATIONAL / STORYTELLING / LIST_FORMAT / DOCUMENTARY / TALKING_HEAD / TUTORIAL] - **Monetization goal:** [ADS / AFFILIATE / COURSE_PROMO / CHANNEL_GROWTH / SPONSOR_SEGMENT] ## Instructions Write a complete YouTube script following the retention formula: 1. **Hook** (first 30 seconds) — open with the payoff, a surprising statement, or the relatable problem. Do NOT start with "Welcome back" or introductions. 2. **Pattern Interrupt** at 30 seconds — a visual or statement that re-grabs attention as click-through converts to watch time. 3. **Content Promise** — at 60 seconds, clearly tell the viewer what they will gain and why staying is worth their time. 4. **Body Structure** — 3–5 main sections with clear transitions. Each section should open with a hook and close with a bridge to the next. 5. **Engagement Prompts** — naturally place 2–3 comment/like prompts tied to content (not forced asks). 6. **Re-engagement hook** — at the midpoint, re-hook the viewer with an upcoming segment tease. 7. **Sponsor segment** (if applicable) — natural 60-second integration with a segue in and out. 8. **Conclusion** — summary of key insights, and a strong channel CTA (subscribe reason, next video recommendation). ## Output Format Full script with [VISUAL_CUE] notes, section headers, timed estimates per section, and a YouTube description draft at the end.
📝 Fill in the blanks
Replace these placeholders with your own content:
[VIDEO_TOPIC]
[AUDIENCE_DESCRIPTION]
[CHANNEL_NICHE]
[SHORT_3-5MIN / MEDIUM_8-12MIN / LONG_15-20MIN]
[EDUCATIONAL / STORYTELLING / LIST_FORMAT / DOCUMENTARY / TALKING_HEAD / TUTORIAL]
[ADS / AFFILIATE / COURSE_PROMO / CHANNEL_GROWTH / SPONSOR_SEGMENT]
[VISUAL_CUE]
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