How to Use ChatGPT to Create Killer Reels and TikTok Videos
Get the views you've been dreaming of! Learn how to use ChatGPT to generate viral video ideas, scripts, and hooks for Instagram reels and TikTok.
To stand out on platforms like TikTok and Instagram the new trend is short form videos.
A whole stream of videos!
Educational videos, inspirational videos, entertaining videos… name it. Creating a constant stream of fresh, original, and engaging content can quickly become a burden, but with the power of AI tools like ChatGPT, the process can become much more manageable.
This guide will walk you through a streamlined workflow for developing, scripting, and publishing a flood of high-quality short-form videos.
GETTING VIDEO IDEAS
The beginning of procrastination for many creators is brainstorming a topic or content idea to develop. Especially if it seems that you have created everything that there is to create. Instead of staring at a blank screen, you can use AI to kickstart your creativity in three powerful ways.
1. Breaking Down Existing Content
You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. If you have a long-form video, a blog post, or even a podcast episode, you can use AI to find the most interesting, viral-worthy moments.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
"I have a 10-minute YouTube video about [your topic]. The video covers [list key points or paste the transcript]. Please identify three short-form video ideas that could be turned into a 30-second Reel. For each idea, suggest a specific hook and the key takeaway."
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 Be as specific as possible. The more information you give the AI, the better the output will be. By pasting the actual transcript, you allow the AI to directly pull quotes and concepts that are already proven to be part of your content.
2. Refining Similar Videos
Find a trending video in your niche and ask the AI to help you create a unique version of it. This isn't about copying; it's about using what works as a foundation for a new, original idea.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
"I saw a viral video about [describe the video, its hook, and its format]. I want to create a similar video for my audience, who are [describe your target audience]. How can I put a unique twist on this? Give me three different angles for a new video idea."
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 Focus on the format and structure of the viral video, not just the topic. Is it a listicle? A tutorial? A funny skit? By specifying these elements, the AI can help you replicate the successful structure with your own original content.
3. Prompting ChatGPT Off Your Niche
When you’re completely out of ideas, you can use the AI as a creative partner. Give it your niche and ask it to brainstorm.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
"Act as a social media content strategist for a [your niche, e.g., personal finance coach]. My goal is to create short-form videos that get high engagement. What are 5 specific content areas or series ideas I could explore? Be creative and think outside the box."
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 Start with a "persona" prompt like "Act as a..." This gives the AI a role to play, which often leads to more creative and focused results. You can also ask it to think about seasonal trends or audience pain points.
CREATING YOUR REEL SCRIPT
Once you have your idea, a solid script is essential. A good short-form video is a structured narrative, even if it's only 15 seconds long. There are two ways to do this:
1. Prompting ChatGPT to create each part of the script
Break your script down into three key parts: the hook, the body, and the call to action (CTA). This process works for longer videos that you wish to be more detailed or that you want to be very important.
- Hook (First 3 seconds): This is the attention-grabbing opening that stops the scroll. It should be intriguing and instantly communicate the value of the video.
- Body (Middle 10-20 seconds): This is the core of your content. It delivers on the promise of the hook with a key point, a tip, or a piece of information.
- Call to Action (Last 5 seconds): Tell your audience what to do next, whether it's to follow, comment, or check out a link.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
1. For the Hook:
"I'm creating a short-form video about [your video topic]. The target audience is [your target audience]. Generate 5 attention-grabbing hooks that create a curiosity gap and instantly communicate the value of the video. Make each hook under 10 words."
2. For the Body:
"I have a hook for my video: [paste your hook here]. The video is about [your video topic]. Write a concise, 15-second script for the body of the video that delivers on the promise of the hook. The content should include [specify key information or a tip]."
3. For the Call to Action (CTA):
"I've created a short-form video about [your video topic]. The content is a summary of [mention the key points you covered]. Generate 3 different calls to action (CTAs) that are 5 seconds or less. One should encourage a follow, one should encourage a comment, and one should encourage a link click. Make sure they are direct and compelling."
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 When stating your target audience, ensure to be very specific about the age, gender, profession, goals or struggles peculiar to them so that ChatGPT can have enough information to create a specific result and not just a generic response. For example: “Busy professionals in Lagos, aged 25-35, who love baked goods but struggle to find time to make them from scratch. Their main goal is to find quick, impressive recipes they can make after a long workday.”
2. Creating a batch of scripts at once.
Creating many scripts at once allows you to get ahead of your content calendar.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
"Based on the idea to create a talking head video about [your detailed video idea, your niche for your target audience], write five different script options. For each script, include a hook which should be about 5-8 words. Ensure to keep it at a 5th-grade reading level. The body content for each script should be long enough to explain each concept but short enough to fit the time (roughly 90-120 words), and a clear call to action, preferably to “follow for more” or “save this”. The scripts should be concise and designed for a 30- 45 second video."
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 When you generate scripts in bulk, start with smaller numbers for each batch say 3-5. Sometimes you may need to refine your prompt.
💡 Also you could also pick different parts from different videos. Maybe one hook is perfect, but another body works better. Mix and match to create the perfect final script.
BONUS: HOW TO FINE-TUNE YOUR HOOK WITH CHATGPT
The hook is arguably the most important part of your video. A great hook makes your video irresistible to your audience who might be scrolling by, while a bad one gets you scrolled past in a heartbeat. You can use ChatGPT to fine-tune your hooks and make them vey captivating.
Why Hooks Matter
Your hook is a promise to the viewer. It's the reason they choose to invest their time in your video. A strong hook is either:
- Intriguing: It creates a "curiosity gap" that the viewer needs to fill.
- Relatable: It speaks directly to a problem or feeling your audience has.
- Shocking: It presents a surprising fact or opinion.
You can use the AI to generate multiple versions of a hook to see which one resonates best with your desired tone and audience.
ACTIONABLE PROMPT
"I have a video about [describe the video's main point]. The hook I'm currently using is '[paste your current hook]'. Please give me five alternative hooks that are more attention-grabbing. For each one, use a 5th-grade reading level language. Ensure to use negative or high curiosity language to grab attention (for example: you are making a huge mistake… )"
TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE RESULTS:
💡 Don't just accept the first answer. Use the AI's suggestions and ask it to refine them. For example, "Can you make the third option sound more personal and less formal?" This iterative process is where you'll find the best results.
Getting Your video seen
After you've created your content, the next challenge is VISIBILITY. The algorithm needs a signal that your content is worth showing to more people for it to push your content to more people, but it's hard to get that signal when you have a small following. This is a crucial hurdle for many creators.
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Conclusion
By using ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, structure your scripts, and optimize your hooks, you can produce a consistent stream of high-quality short-form videos. This approach not only saves you time but also helps you create content that is more likely to succeed. When you combine this system with SMM panels you can literally save yourself a ton of stress and overwork.