Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring shared memories, candid clips and a personal 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
Build the sequence around a few recognizable moments and end with the supplied message.
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 shared memories, candid clips and a personal message. Build the sequence around a few recognizable moments and end with the supplied message. Use my supplied wording for titles. Keep in-jokes understandable and check that everyone shown is comfortable with the shared cut.
Make the next version more specific
Keep in-jokes understandable and check that everyone shown is comfortable with the shared cut.
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.