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Claude Prompt for Writing a Video Script

Writing a video script is an exercise that requires creativity, structure, and a sense of rhythm. Whether you're producing a YouTube video, a commercial, a tutorial, or social media content, every second counts and every word must serve your message. Claude excels at this task thanks to its ability to understand format constraints, adapt the tone to your audience, and structure a compelling narrative from the opening hook to the final call to action. By providing Claude with precise information about your topic, target audience, desired duration, and style, you get a script ready to be read on camera or sent as voiceover. The AI naturally handles transitions, sequence breakdown, and alternation between informational and emotional moments. Whether you're a solo content creator or leading a production team, using Claude for your video scripts lets you go from idea to shooting in a fraction of the usual time while maintaining a consistent professional quality level.

The prompt

Claude

You are a professional video scriptwriter specialized in creating engaging content. Write a complete video script on the following topic: [VIDEO TOPIC].

Context:

  • Format: [YouTube / TikTok / Instagram Reels / Commercial / Tutorial / Presentation]
  • Target duration: [DURATION in minutes]
  • Audience: [TARGET AUDIENCE DESCRIPTION]
  • Desired tone: [professional / casual / inspiring / humorous / educational]
  • Main goal: [inform / sell / entertain / educate / inspire]

The script must include:

  1. A compelling opening hook within the first 5 seconds to capture attention
  2. An introduction that poses the problem or stakes
  3. The body of the script broken into numbered sequences, each with: visual cues in brackets, word-for-word text, and transitions
  4. A conclusion with a clear call to action
  5. Rhythm indications (pauses, emphasis) in parentheses

Format the script in two columns: VISUAL (what is seen on screen) and AUDIO (what is said/heard). Add estimated timing for each sequence.

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Why it works

This prompt works by assigning a precise expert role (video scriptwriter) that activates Claude's knowledge of audiovisual storytelling. The detailed constraints of format, duration, and audience allow the AI to calibrate language level, pace, and information density. The imposed two-column structure with timing forces a directly usable production result, eliminating reformatting work.

Expected result

You get a complete professional video script, formatted in two columns (visual/audio) with precise timing per sequence. The document includes a tested hook, smooth transitions between sections, staging cues, and a call to action tailored to your goal. The script is ready to be used on a teleprompter or handed off to an editor.

Variants by level

FAQ

What video duration can Claude script effectively?
Claude handles scripts from 30 seconds (Reels, TikTok) up to 20-30 minutes (YouTube tutorials, webinars) very well. For short formats, specify that every word counts and ask for an ultra-concise script. For long formats, ask for a breakdown into chapters with regular attention re-engagement hooks. Beyond 30 minutes, it is better to split into multiple prompts per section to maintain quality and consistency.
How can I make the script sound natural when spoken and not robotic?
Add the explicit instruction in your prompt: "Write like people speak, not like they write." Specify the desired language level (casual, neutral, formal) and give an example of a creator whose style you like. You can also ask Claude to include natural hesitations, rhetorical questions, and oral transition phrases. Finally, always read the script aloud and ask Claude to adjust passages that sound artificial.
Can I use Claude to adapt the same script for multiple platforms?
Absolutely. Once your main script is generated, ask Claude to adapt it for each platform by specifying the specific constraints: vertical 9:16 format and max 60 seconds for TikTok, immediate visual hook for Instagram Reels, chapter markers and SEO in the title for YouTube. Claude will automatically adjust the length, pace, hook style, and calls to action based on each platform's codes. This saves considerable time compared to rewriting each version manually.

How to use this prompt

  1. Copy the prompt with the button above.
  2. Paste it into ChatGPT, Claude or your favorite AI assistant.
  3. Replace the bracketed variables with your details, then refine the result.

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