When to use this prompt
When producing Meta, TikTok, YouTube, or LinkedIn paid ads.
When launching a new product or feature and need clear messaging.
When testing different scripts for A/B performance.
When you want a professional-quality script without hiring a creative agency.
The prompt
Create a script for a 30-second video ad that plugs [PRODUCT/SERVICE NAME] and encourages viewers to take action. Include a clear hook, problem buildup, product payoff, CTA, and suggested visuals or scene directions.
Variables to replace:
Real-life example of how to use this prompt
To start, let's assume I'm a senior marketer at HubSpot. The prompt in the context of HubSpot would look like:
As you can see, this example emphasizes a tight narrative arc—hook, problem, solution, CTA—showing how the prompt ensures a cinematic, conversion-focused script.
Example output from ChatGPT for this prompt
And here's the output:
[Opening Scene: Busy marketer at a cluttered desk, multiple tabs and notifications open]
Voiceover (Hook):
"Tired of juggling emails, social posts, and leads… all at once?"
[Cut to close-up: marketer sighs, overwhelmed]
Voiceover (Problem Buildup):
"It’s easy to feel buried under repetitive tasks, leaving little time to grow your business."
[Transition Scene: Screen wipes to a sleek HubSpot dashboard]
Voiceover (Product Payoff):
"HubSpot Marketing Automation tools do the heavy lifting for you — schedule emails, nurture leads, and track campaigns automatically."
[Visual: Animated workflow showing emails being sent, leads moving through a pipeline, analytics updating in real time]
[Cut to: Marketer smiling, sipping coffee, watching results on their laptop]
Voiceover:
"Spend less time on busywork and more time on strategy, creativity, and growth."
[Final Scene: HubSpot logo and website CTA on screen]
Voiceover (CTA):
"Ready to supercharge your marketing? Try HubSpot Marketing Automation today — your time is precious. Make it count."
Suggested Scene Directions:
Fast-paced cuts to convey overwhelm at the start.
Smooth, bright transitions for HubSpot dashboard shots.
Use animated overlays to show automated workflows visually.
End with a clean, bright CTA screen with the HubSpot logo, website URL, and “Start Free Trial” button animation.
Or to be more specific:
Pro tips
Add tone preferences (funny, dramatic, inspirational, fast-paced).
Ask for multiple hook variations to test different openings.
Request versions tailored to different platforms’ lengths (6s, 15s, 30s).
Provide any must-mention product benefits for accuracy and consistency.
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