10 ChatGPT Prompts for YouTube Video Scripts That Get Views
Copy-paste ChatGPT prompts for YouTube video scripts, hooks, titles, and descriptions. For tutorials, vlogs, reviews, and shorts. Each prompt is tested, ready to copy-paste, and works with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or any AI.
1 YouTube Video Hook (First 30 Seconds)
Write the first 30 seconds of a YouTube video about [TOPIC]. The hook must: 1) Open with a bold claim or surprising fact, 2) Tell the viewer exactly what they'll learn, 3) Create a reason to keep watching (tease a specific result or revelation). Speak naturally — conversational, not scripted-sounding.
Pro tip: 50% of viewers drop off in the first 30 seconds. Your hook decides everything.
2 Full Tutorial Video Script
Write a complete YouTube tutorial script for "[HOW TO DO X]." Structure: Hook (15 sec) → Why this matters (30 sec) → Step-by-step walkthrough (main content) → Common mistakes to avoid → CTA (subscribe + related video). Target length: [X] minutes. Include [SCREEN RECORDING / TALKING HEAD] cues.
Pro tip: Tutorial videos have the longest shelf life on YouTube — they rank for years.
3 YouTube Shorts Script
Write 5 YouTube Shorts scripts (under 60 seconds each) about [TOPIC/NICHE]. Each Short needs: an instant hook (first 2 seconds), one clear takeaway, and a reason to follow. Format as spoken word — punchy, fast-paced, no filler words.
Pro tip: Shorts that open with text on screen + a spoken hook get 40% more views.
4 Product Review Script
Write a YouTube product review script for [PRODUCT]. Include: intro hook (why viewers care), unboxing/first impressions, 3 things I love, 2 things I don't, who this is for vs. who should skip it, and a verdict with rating. Honest tone — not sponsored-sounding.
Pro tip: Honest reviews with clear verdicts get more watch time than purely positive ones.
5 Listicle Video Script
Write a "[NUMBER] Best [TOPIC]" YouTube video script. For each item: name + why it made the list + who it's best for (15-30 seconds each). Include a hook that teases the #1 pick, and build anticipation throughout. End with your top recommendation.
Pro tip: Reveal your #1 pick last — it keeps viewers watching to the end.
6 YouTube Title & Thumbnail Ideas
Generate 10 YouTube title options for a video about [TOPIC]. Each title should be under 60 characters and use one of these formulas: number + benefit, how-to + specific result, contrarian take, or curiosity gap. For each title, suggest a thumbnail concept (text overlay + visual).
Pro tip: Titles with numbers get 36% more clicks. Keep thumbnail text to 3-5 words max.
7 Video Description + Tags
Write a YouTube video description for "[VIDEO TITLE]." Include: 2-3 sentence summary with keywords, timestamps for each section, relevant links (3-5), a subscribe CTA, and 15 relevant tags. Primary keyword: [KEYWORD]. Make the first 150 characters compelling (that's what shows above the fold).
Pro tip: The first 150 characters of your description appear in search results.
8 Talking Head Intro Script
Write a talking-head introduction for a YouTube channel about [NICHE]. This is the "welcome to my channel" content for new viewers. Cover: who you are (one sentence), what this channel is about, what viewers will get, and why they should subscribe. Under 60 seconds.
Pro tip: Channel trailers under 60 seconds convert 2x better than longer ones.
9 Storytime Video Script
Write a YouTube storytime script about [YOUR EXPERIENCE/STORY]. Structure: cold open with the most dramatic moment → rewind to the beginning → build tension → climax → lesson learned → CTA. Use conversational language with emotional beats. Target: [X] minutes.
Pro tip: Storytime videos have the highest audience retention on YouTube.
10 Video Series Outline
Plan a [NUMBER]-part YouTube series about [TOPIC]. For each video: title, hook, key points covered, and how it connects to the next video. Include a series trailer script (60 seconds) that sells all [NUMBER] episodes. End each video with a teaser for the next.
Pro tip: Series playlists get 5x more total watch time than standalone videos.
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