Start with the moments that tell the story
Bring an opening channel clip, supplied logo and episode title. 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
Make the topic clear first and keep channel branding brief.
Try a 10-second 16:9 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 10-second 16:9 video from my an opening channel clip, supplied logo and episode title. Make the topic clear first and keep channel branding brief. Use my supplied wording for titles. Do not let the introduction consume the time needed for the actual video.
Make the next version more specific
Do not let the introduction consume the time needed for the actual video.
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.