Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring the video and the exact clips or ranges that should be silent. 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
Mute the requested source audio while keeping the visual sequence intact.
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 the video and the exact clips or ranges that should be silent. Mute the requested source audio while keeping the visual sequence intact. Use my supplied wording for titles. Check every transition for unintended audio and keep any requested speech audible.
Make the next version more specific
Check every transition for unintended audio and keep any requested speech audible.
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.