PricingStart with the moments that tell the story
Bring book cover images, author footage and approved teaser text. 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
Introduce the premise, reveal a few approved story details and end with the title and release information.
Try a 30-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 30-second 9:16 video from my book cover images, author footage and approved teaser text. Introduce the premise, reveal a few approved story details and end with the title and release information. Use my supplied wording for titles. Do not invent plot events, reviews or endorsements.
Make the next version more specific
Do not invent plot events, reviews or endorsements.
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.