Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring approved family imagery and the shower's date, location and message. Pick the takes that make the subject clear, including a strong opening and a complete ending. These choices give Shorty a useful starting point for the edit.
Give Shorty the creative direction
Establish the occasion and present the invitation details in a clear order.
Try a 20-second 9:16 edit as a starting point. Include the exact title or closing message you want on screen. Add a reference when you want to show the pace, captions or mood.
Try this editing prompt
Create a 20-second 9:16 video from my approved family imagery and the shower's date, location and message. Establish the occasion and present the invitation details in a clear order. Use my supplied wording for titles. Use only the personal details the family intends to share.
Make the next version more specific
Use only the personal details the family intends to share.
Play the first cut and pick the change that would help the story most. Name the moment, describe the result you want and tell Shorty what to keep. A note such as “hold the final product shot longer” gives the revision a clear direction.