# Writing Youtube Video Scripts > Creates structured video scripts with hooks, segments, and CTAs. Use when the user asks about YouTube scripts, video content, video outlines, talking points, or video intros. - Skill: `majiayu000/writing-youtube-video-scripts` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add majiayu000/writing-youtube-video-scripts` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/majiayu000/writing-youtube-video-scripts/raw - Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS) - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: Coding & Dev Tools - Author: majiayu000 (https://skillmd.com/u/majiayu000) - Updated: 2026-09-09 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/majiayu000/writing-youtube-video-scripts --- # YouTube Video Script Generator ## When to use this skill - User asks to write a video script - User needs YouTube video structure - User wants talking points for video - User mentions video hooks or intros - User needs B-roll suggestions ## Workflow - [ ] Identify video type and length - [ ] Generate hook options - [ ] Create video structure - [ ] Write segment scripts - [ ] Add CTAs and end screen - [ ] Include B-roll notes ## Instructions ### Step 1: Identify Video Type | Video Type | Length | Structure | | ---------- | --------- | --------------------------------------- | | Tutorial | 8-15 min | Hook → Problem → Steps → Recap | | Listicle | 10-20 min | Hook → Items → Best pick → CTA | | Explainer | 5-10 min | Hook → What → Why → How → CTA | | Review | 10-15 min | Hook → Overview → Pros/Cons → Verdict | | Vlog | 8-12 min | Hook → Story segments → Reflection | | Shorts | 15-60 sec | Hook → Value → CTA | | Interview | 20-45 min | Intro → Questions → Key moments → Outro | ### Step 2: Hook Generation (First 30 Seconds) **Hook formulas:** | Type | Formula | Example | | ----------------- | ---------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------- | | Problem-agitate | "If you're struggling with X, you're not alone..." | "If your videos get zero views, you're not alone..." | | Bold claim | "This one thing changed everything about X" | "This one plugin saved me 10 hours a week" | | Curiosity | "Most people do X wrong, here's why..." | "Most developers write CSS wrong, here's why..." | | Result tease | "By the end of this video, you'll be able to..." | "By the end, you'll deploy apps in under 5 minutes" | | Pattern interrupt | Start with unexpected visual or statement | [Show failed result first] "This was my code yesterday..." | | Story | "Last week, I made a huge mistake..." | "Last week, I accidentally deleted production..." | | Question | "Have you ever wondered why X happens?" | "Have you ever wondered why your site is slow?" | | Statistic | "X% of people fail at Y. Here's how to be different" | "90% of startups fail. Here's how to survive" | **Hook structure:** ```markdown ## HOOK (0:00 - 0:30) [VISUAL: Show end result or problem] "[Opening line - pattern interrupt or bold claim]" [VISUAL: Quick montage of what's coming] "In this video, I'll show you [specific outcome]. We'll cover [point 1], [point 2], and [point 3]. Stay until the end for [bonus/best tip]." [VISUAL: Subscribe animation] "If you find this helpful, hit subscribe." ``` ### Step 3: Video Structure Templates **Tutorial script:** ```markdown ## VIDEO SCRIPT: [Title] **Length:** [X] minutes **Goal:** Teach [specific skill/outcome] --- ### HOOK (0:00 - 0:30) [Opening line] [Problem identification] [Promise what they'll learn] [Tease the result] --- ### CONTEXT (0:30 - 1:30) [Why this matters] [Who this is for] [Prerequisites/what they need] **B-ROLL:** [Show tools, setup, examples] --- ### STEP 1: [Action] (1:30 - 4:00) [Explain what we're doing] [Show the action] [Common mistake to avoid] [Verify it worked] **B-ROLL:** [Screen recording, close-up of action] **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** [Key command or shortcut] --- ### STEP 2: [Action] (4:00 - 7:00) [Explain what we're doing] [Show the action] [Pro tip] [Verify it worked] **B-ROLL:** [Screen recording] **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** [Key point] --- ### STEP 3: [Action] (7:00 - 10:00) [Explain what we're doing] [Show the action] [Troubleshooting common issue] [Final result] **B-ROLL:** [Final result comparison] --- ### RECAP (10:00 - 11:00) "So to recap: 1. First, we [step 1] 2. Then, we [step 2] 3. Finally, we [step 3]" **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** [Bullet summary] --- ### CTA + OUTRO (11:00 - 12:00) [Suggest next video] [Ask for comments] [Subscribe reminder] [End screen] **END SCREEN:** [Related video cards] ``` **Listicle script:** ```markdown ## VIDEO SCRIPT: [Number] [Things] for [Outcome] **Length:** [X] minutes **Goal:** Provide [number] actionable [tips/tools/ideas] --- ### HOOK (0:00 - 0:30) "Here are [number] [things] that will [outcome]." [Quick montage showing all items] "I saved the best for last, so stick around." --- ### ITEM 1: [Name] (0:30 - 2:00) [What it is] [Why it's on the list] [How to use it] [Quick demo or example] **B-ROLL:** [Product demo, screenshot] **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** "1. [Item name]" --- ### ITEM 2: [Name] (2:00 - 3:30) [What it is] [Key benefit] [Pro tip for using it] **B-ROLL:** [Demo] **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** "2. [Item name]" --- [Continue for each item...] --- ### BEST PICK (X:00 - X:30) "If I had to pick just one, it would be [item] because [reason]." --- ### CTA + OUTRO "Which one are you going to try first? Let me know in the comments." [Related video suggestion] [Subscribe reminder] ``` **Shorts script (under 60 seconds):** ```markdown ## SHORT: [Title] **Length:** 45-60 seconds **Hook:** First 1-3 seconds --- ### HOOK (0:00 - 0:03) [VISUAL: Eye-catching result or problem] "[One punchy sentence]" --- ### VALUE (0:03 - 0:45) [Rapid-fire delivery] [One clear point per 10 seconds] [Visual changes every 2-3 seconds] Point 1: "[Short statement]" Point 2: "[Short statement]" Point 3: "[Short statement]" --- ### PAYOFF (0:45 - 0:55) [Show the result] "[Memorable closing line]" --- ### CTA (0:55 - 0:60) "Follow for more [topic]" [VISUAL: Point to follow button] ``` ### Step 4: Segment Transitions **Transition phrases:** | Purpose | Phrases | | ------------ | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Next point | "Now let's move on to..." / "Next up..." / "Here's where it gets interesting..." | | Deeper dive | "Let me break this down further..." / "Here's the thing though..." | | Example | "Let me show you what I mean..." / "Here's a real example..." | | Contrast | "On the other hand..." / "But here's the flip side..." | | Summary | "So to recap..." / "The key takeaway here is..." | | Energy boost | "Now THIS is the good stuff..." / "Here's my favorite part..." | ### Step 5: Call-to-Action Templates **Mid-roll CTA (soft):** ```markdown "Quick note - if you're finding this helpful, the like button really helps the channel. Okay, back to [topic]..." ``` **End CTA (strong):** ```markdown "If you made it this far, you're serious about [topic]. I have a whole playlist on [related topic] - I'll link it in the cards above. Drop a comment telling me [specific question]. I read every single one. And if you want more [content type], hit subscribe. I post every [schedule]. See you in the next one." ``` **Shorts CTA:** ```markdown "Follow for more [topic] tips" [Point gesture to follow button] ``` ### Step 6: B-Roll & Visual Notes **B-roll notation format:** ```markdown **B-ROLL:** [Description of footage] **ON-SCREEN TEXT:** [Text overlay content] **SFX:** [Sound effect] **MUSIC:** [Music mood change] **TRANSITION:** [Cut type - jump cut, fade, etc.] ``` **Common B-roll suggestions:** | Content Type | B-Roll Ideas | | --------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | Coding tutorial | Screen recording, typing hands, terminal output | | Review | Product shots, comparison footage, spec graphics | | Explainer | Diagrams, animations, stock footage | | Vlog | Location shots, process footage, time-lapse | ### Step 7: Retention Techniques **Keep viewers watching:** | Technique | How to Use | | ---------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Open loops | "I'll show you the secret trick in a moment..." | | Pattern interrupts | Change visuals, music, or energy every 30-60 sec | | Tease upcoming content | "Coming up, we'll cover the one thing most people miss..." | | Chapter markers | Add timestamps for easy navigation | | Visual variety | B-roll, graphics, zoom cuts every 3-5 seconds | | Direct address | "Now you might be thinking..." / "I know what you're wondering..." | ### Step 8: Timestamps Template ```markdown ## TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Hook 0:30 - [Chapter 1] 2:00 - [Chapter 2] 5:00 - [Chapter 3] 8:00 - [Chapter 4] 10:00 - Recap 11:00 - What to watch next ``` ## Output Format ```markdown ## Video Script: [Title] **Type:** [Tutorial/Listicle/Explainer/etc.] **Length:** [X] minutes **Target audience:** [Who this is for] --- ### Timestamps [Formatted timestamp list] --- ### Full Script [Complete script with all sections, B-roll notes, and on-screen text] --- ### Thumbnail Ideas 1. [Thumbnail concept 1] 2. [Thumbnail concept 2] ### Title Variants 1. [Title option 1] 2. [Title option 2] ### Description [Video description with timestamps and links] ``` ## Validation Before completing: - [ ] Hook is under 30 seconds - [ ] Clear value proposition in first minute - [ ] B-roll notes included for key sections - [ ] Transitions between segments are smooth - [ ] At least one mid-roll CTA - [ ] Strong end CTA with next video suggestion - [ ] Timestamps provided - [ ] Script reads naturally when spoken aloud ## Error Handling - **No clear topic**: Ask for the specific video subject and target audience. - **Too long/short**: Adjust depth per section; tutorials need 8-15 min, shorts under 60 sec. - **Monotone energy**: Add pattern interrupts, questions, and visual change notes. - **No retention hooks**: Add open loops and "coming up" teases every 2-3 minutes. - **Missing visuals**: Every 30 seconds should have B-roll or on-screen text note. ## Resources - [vidIQ](https://vidiq.com/) - YouTube SEO and analytics - [TubeBuddy](https://www.tubebuddy.com/) - Title and tag optimization - [Descript](https://www.descript.com/) - Script-based video editing - [YouTube Creator Academy](https://creatoracademy.youtube.com/) - Official best practices