Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring student messages, classroom memories and the approved greeting. 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
Keep the messages clear and connect them with relevant classroom moments.
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 student messages, classroom memories and the approved greeting. Keep the messages clear and connect them with relevant classroom moments. Use my supplied wording for titles. Check teacher names and permissions for students shown.
Make the next version more specific
Check teacher names and permissions for students shown.
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.