Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring a closing shot and the final names and roles to credit. 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
Present the credits in the supplied order at a readable pace.
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 a closing shot and the final names and roles to credit. Present the credits in the supplied order at a readable pace. Use my supplied wording for titles. Check every name and role and avoid cutting off the final credit.
Make the next version more specific
Check every name and role and avoid cutting off the final credit.
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.