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Workflow for creating short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts: ideates hooks, structures scripts (hook-problem-solution-CTA), incorporates trends/styling, scales organic content to ads. Useful for content calendars and performance analysis.
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Comprehensive workflow for creating short-form video content (15-60 seconds) that performs organically and scales to paid ads.
Develops video marketing strategies, scripts, thumbnails, SEO, and optimizations for YouTube, TikTok, Reels, Shorts, ads, and live streams using platform-specific hooks and performance metrics.
Generates timestamped scripts for 15-60s TikTok, Reels, Shorts videos with hooks in first 2s, visual cues, captions, trending audio strategy, and hashtags.
Optimizes short-form videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook Reels with platform lengths, 1.3s hooks, algorithm insights, captions, hashtags, schedules.
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Comprehensive workflow for creating short-form video content (15-60 seconds) that performs organically and scales to paid ads.
AUTHENTICITY > POLISH
├── Real scenarios beat studio setups
├── Phone footage feels native
├── Imperfect = relatable
└── Story > production value
The Algorithm Rewards:
Generate 10+ hook concepts before filming anything.
Hook Types:
Pain Point Hooks
- "Stop doing [mistake] if you want [result]"
- "Why does no one talk about [problem]?"
- "I wish someone told me this sooner"
Curiosity Hooks
- "The [unexpected thing] that changed everything"
- "I tried [thing] for [time]. Here's what happened."
- "The reason [cause] is why [problem]"
Authority Hooks
- "As a [role], here's what people get wrong"
- "After [X years/customers], this is the #1 thing"
- "[Expert] does this and no one notices"
Trend Hooks
- [Trending sound] + [your topic twist]
- "POV: You finally [solved problem]"
- "Things that just make sense: [solution]"
Example Hook Bank:
## Hook Ideas: [Your Topic]
1. "Nobody talks about this part of [topic]..."
2. "I was today years old when I learned [fact]"
3. "Stop scrolling if you [target audience]"
4. "Here's what [expert type] won't tell you about [topic]"
5. "Wait... did that just happen?" [action in progress]
6. "The $[X] mistake I made so you don't have to"
7. "This took me from [before] to [after] in [timeframe]"
8. "POV: You finally figured out [solution]"
9. "Things nobody tells you about [topic]"
10. "If you're [target audience], watch this"
15-Second Script:
[0-3s] HOOK: Pattern interrupt
[3-12s] CORE MESSAGE: Single point, max 2 sentences
[12-15s] CTA: One clear action
30-Second Script:
[0-3s] HOOK: Stop the scroll
[3-10s] PROBLEM: Relatable pain
[10-22s] SOLUTION: How it works
[22-27s] PROOF: Quick credibility
[27-30s] CTA: Next step
60-Second Script:
[0-3s] HOOK: Attention grabber
[3-15s] SETUP: Problem/context
[15-35s] STORY: Journey or demo
[35-50s] PAYOFF: Transformation
[50-57s] CTA: Clear action
[57-60s] TAG: Brand moment
Script Template:
## Video Script: [Working Title]
**Target Audience**: [Who this is for]
**Goal**: [Awareness/Education/Conversion]
**Platform**: [TikTok/Reels/Shorts]
---
**HOOK (0-3s)**:
[Exact words]
Visual: [What's on screen]
**SETUP (3-10s)**:
[The problem/context]
Visual: [Supporting imagery]
**MAIN CONTENT (10-40s)**:
[Key points - one idea per 10 seconds max]
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Visual: [B-roll, demonstrations]
**CTA (40-60s)**:
[What you want them to do]
Visual: [CTA text overlay]
---
**ON-SCREEN TEXT**:
- Hook overlay:
- Key callouts:
- CTA:
**AUDIO**:
- [ ] Original audio / voiceover
- [ ] Trending sound: [link]
- [ ] Text-to-speech
**B-ROLL/VISUALS NEEDED**:
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Setup:
Delivery:
Platform-Native Tips:
TikTok:
Instagram Reels:
YouTube Shorts:
Cut for Retention:
Text Overlays:
Captions:
Effects (Use Sparingly):
Caption Formula:
[Hook] + [Context] + [CTA] + [Hashtags]
Example:
"Nobody talks about this part of [topic]... [2-3 sentence context explaining value]. [CTA: Save this, share with someone, comment X]. #hashtag1 #hashtag2 #hashtag3"
Hashtag Strategy:
Best Posting Times:
Engagement in First Hour:
Primary Metrics (Quality):
Secondary Metrics (Reach):
Conversion Metrics:
Content Audit Template:
## Top Performer: [Video Title]
**Stats:**
- Views: [X] (vs avg: [Y])
- Watch time: [X]%
- Shares: [X]
- Comments: [X]
**Why it worked:**
- Hook: [What grabbed attention]
- Topic: [Why it resonated]
- Format: [What style worked]
- Timing: [When posted, current trends]
**Replicate by:**
1. [Action item]
2. [Action item]
---
## Underperformer: [Video Title]
**What to change:**
- Hook didn't stop scroll
- Topic not relatable
- Too long/slow paced
- Posted at bad time
Identify Ad-Worthy Content:
SIGNALS:
├── 2-3x above baseline views
├── High share rate (>2%)
├── Strong watch time (>50%)
├── Positive comments about product/solution
└── Link clicks / profile visits spike
Adapt for Paid:
MODIFICATIONS:
├── Keep the hook (it worked organically)
├── Tighten to 15-30 seconds
├── Clear single CTA
├── Add subtle branding
├── Test multiple hook variations
└── Create 3-5 ad variations
Example Ad Variations:
Create content in these 5 categories for balanced engagement:
1. Relatable Moments (30% of content)
2. Educational Quick Tips (30%)
3. Transformation/Results (15%)
4. Behind the Scenes (15%)
5. Trend Participation (10%)
## Content Plan: Week of [Date]
### Goals
- Posts planned: [X]
- Focus this week: [Theme/Campaign]
- New content pillar to test: [Type]
### Schedule
| Day | Platform | Content Type | Topic | Hook | Status |
|-----|----------|--------------|-------|------|--------|
| Mon | TikTok | Educational | | | Draft |
| Mon | Reels | Relatable | | | Ready |
| Tue | TikTok | Trend | | | Idea |
| ... | | | | | |
### Batch Creation Plan
- **Film day**: [Day]
- **Edit day**: [Day]
- **Schedule day**: [Day]
- **Engage**: Daily 15-30 min
### Content Bank (Evergreen)
Ready to post:
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Needs creation:
1. [Topic idea]
2. [Trend to try]
3. [FAQ to answer]
| Don't | Do |
|---|---|
| Generic hooks ("Check this out!") | Specific hooks ("Stop doing X if...") |
| Slow start, bury the lede | Hook in first 1 second |
| Over-edit with effects | Keep it raw and authentic |
| Post and ghost | Engage in first hour |
| Use all trending sounds | Use trends with your unique angle |
| Make every video a sales pitch | 80% value, 20% promotion |
| Film only when inspired | Batch create weekly |
| Ignore comments | Mine comments for content ideas |
| Copy competitors exactly | Put your unique spin on formats |
| Burn out with daily posting | Build a content bank for consistency |
Content Planning:
Editing:
Trend Research:
Hook: "Stop wasting money on [X]—here's what actually works" Setup: "I spent $500 on [thing] before I learned this" Content: [3 quick tips] CTA: "Save this so you don't make my mistake"
Hook: "POV: You finally figured out [solution]" Setup: [Show before state with text overlay] Content: [Show the transformation] CTA: "Follow for more [niche] tips"
Hook: "I tried [X] for 30 days. Here's what happened." Setup: Day 1 footage Content: Progress over time (time-lapse) Payoff: Day 30 result CTA: "Want the full guide? Link in bio"
/copywriter - Writing hooks, scripts, and captions/performance-marketing - Turning organic winners into paid ads/social-media-ops - Daily posting and engagement operationsLast Updated: 2026-01-22