📺 Pathway A: The Video Architect

Video is a game of attention. In this pack, we move beyond “give me 5 ideas” and start using AI to engineer videos that people actually watch until the end. These missions focus on the three pillars of a successful video: the Hook, the Value, and the Packaging.

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⚡ Quick Win: The “Retention Stress-Test”

Use this when you have a finished script or a solid outline to find the ‘boring’ parts:

Try this prompt:

“Here is my video script: [Paste Script].

1. Identify the ‘Lull’: Where does the pace slow down or become too wordy?
2. Suggest a ‘Visual Reset’: Every 60 seconds, suggest a B-roll idea or a text overlay that would keep a viewer’s eyes engaged.
3. Rewrite the outro to be a ‘Value Loop’ (connecting the end of this video to the beginning of another one) instead of a generic goodbye.”

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🏗️ Video Architect Missions

🛠️ Mission 1: The Retention Scripting Engine

Don’t just write a script; architect a journey. Use AI to ensure your “Value-to-Word” ratio is high so every second counts.

• The “Hook” Variations Engage different psychological triggers to see which opening feels most natural for your specific topic.

  Try this: “Based on my video topic [Topic], write 3 different opening hooks: one that starts with a shocking stat, one that starts with a relatable failure, and one that starts in the middle of the action.”

• The “Jargon” Filter Remove the “textbook” feel from your scripts to build a stronger, more authentic connection with your audience.

  Try this: “Review my script. Highlight any sentences that sound like a textbook. Rewrite them to sound like I’m explaining it to a friend at a coffee shop.”

🛠️ Mission 2: The B-Roll & Asset Architect

Staring at a talking-head shot for too long is a recipe for low retention. Use AI to brainstorm visual layers that illustrate your points.

• Visual Descriptions & Prompts Generate a shot list that guides your editing or helps you generate custom AI B-roll.

  Try this: “I am editing this segment: [Paste Segment]. List 5 specific B-roll shots I could use to illustrate these points. If I were to use an AI image generator like Midjourney for these, give me the exact prompts for a consistent ‘Cinematic’ style.”

🛠️ Mission 3: The Thumbnail & Title Laboratory

YouTube is a “Click then Watch” platform. If your packaging doesn’t create a “Curiosity Gap,” nobody will ever see your hard work.

• The A/B Concept Generator Brainstorm high-contrast concepts that stand out in a crowded feed by targeting specific viewer emotions.

  Try this: “My video is about [Topic]. Give me 3 ‘High-Contrast’ thumbnail concepts. For each, describe: 1. The central visual element. 2. The 3-word ‘Power Text.’ 3. The psychological ‘Gap’ it creates in the viewer’s mind.”

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🎬 Pro-Tip: The DaVinci Resolve Workflow

If you are using DaVinci Resolve, AI isn’t just for text. Use the built-in AI tools to save hours in post-production:

• Voice Isolation: Use the “Voice Isolation” toggle in the Inspector to remove background noise instantly (Studio version).
• Magic Mask: Instead of rotoscoping by hand, use the Magic Mask to select subjects for color grading or text-behind-person effects.

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🧭 Next Steps

• Master the Packaging: Visit our Thumbnails guide for a deep dive into visual psychology.
• Perfect the Voice: Use our Scriptwriting guide to learn how to “Red Team” your dialogue.
• Go Local: Check the AI Tools for Creators page for tips on running tools like Whisper locally for lightning-fast transcriptions.

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⚠️ A quick note

AI can write a script, but it can’t deliver it with your personality. Use these tools to find the structure, but ensure the delivery is 100% you.