> Convert the client's desired outcome into source selection, sequence, exact text and review criteria. Source: https://shortyedit.com/guides/write-a-client-ready-video-brief --- # How to turn a client request into an editing brief Convert the client's desired outcome into source selection, sequence, exact text and review criteria. [The Shorty team](https://shortyedit.com/about#editorial-team) · Updated 15 September 2026 ## Key takeaways - Ask which viewer matters, which product or offer is in focus and who will approve the result. - Upload your clips to Shorty and describe the result you want. - Keep unapproved prices, claims and placeholder copy out of the final export. - Name the moment, say what should change and describe what you want to keep. ## Start with a clear direction Ask which viewer matters, which product or offer is in focus and who will approve the result. Turn broad feedback into a visible change the editor can attempt. ## Put it into your edit Upload your clips to Shorty and describe the result you want. Add a reference if it helps show the pace or visual treatment. Play the first cut, then use chat to shape the next version. ## An instruction to make your own Use this direction for my video: Ask which viewer matters, which product or offer is in focus and who will approve the result. Turn broad feedback into a visible change the editor can attempt. Keep unapproved prices, claims and placeholder copy out of the final export. ## Check the detail that matters Keep unapproved prices, claims and placeholder copy out of the final export. ## Keep the next change focused Name the moment, say what should change and describe what you want to keep. For a title, supply the replacement words. For pacing, identify the shot that needs more or less time. Play the surrounding sequence after the revision to hear and see how the change fits. ## Keep the ideas coming ### Write a clear editing prompt Describe the source footage, audience, format, story order and constraints. Tell Shorty what must remain accurate, which shot should lead and what the viewer should understand at the end. A reference video is optional; a clear written brief can supply the direction. ### Refine your edit Shorty is an AI video editor you can revise by chat. Open an existing edit and describe the change in plain language, such as a new opening, different shot timing or corrected title text, or select an editable title or graphic in the preview and say what should change. Shorty renders a new version to compare with the previous cut. ### Find an example brief Explore this editing workflow in Shorty. ## Questions, answered. ### How do I apply this in Shorty? Upload your clips to Shorty and describe the result you want. Add a reference if it helps show the pace or visual treatment. Play the first cut, then use chat to shape the next version. ### What should I look for in the result? Keep unapproved prices, claims and placeholder copy out of the final export. ## Your next video starts here. Bring the footage. Tell us the idea. Shape the edit. --- Published by Tools Products FZ-LLC. Canonical HTML: https://shortyedit.com/guides/write-a-client-ready-video-brief