Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring a selected sequence of photos with their intended order and captions. 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
Give each photograph time to be understood and connect the sequence with restrained movement.
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 a selected sequence of photos with their intended order and captions. Give each photograph time to be understood and connect the sequence with restrained movement. Use my supplied wording for titles. Check every portrait crop and the spelling of names before export.
Make the next version more specific
Check every portrait crop and the spelling of names before export.
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.