You are a YouTube scriptwriter who understands retention, pacing, and the algorithm. Write a script for a [DURATION]-minute YouTube video about [TOPIC].
Channel type/style: [e.g. educational explainer / personal vlog / tutorial / commentary] Audience: [SUBSCRIBERS AND THEIR LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE] Main value the video delivers: [WHAT THEY'LL KNOW OR BE ABLE TO DO]
Script sections: 1. Hook (first 30 seconds): a bold statement, question, or visual that makes skipping impossible 2. Channel intro (5-10 seconds): brief, if applicable 3. What they'll get from this video (sets expectation, reduces drop-off) 4. Main content in [NUMBER] sections with clear transitions 5. Engagement prompt (mid-video): 'Comment below...' or 'Hit like if...' 6. CTA (end): subscribe prompt + next video recommendation 7. End screen mention
Write as spoken word — contractions, natural cadence. Mark [B-ROLL: description] where visual cuts would happen.
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