What This Does

Takes any article and generates a complete video script with:

  • Scene-by-scene breakdown with visual direction
  • Voiceover narration text per scene
  • Timing and duration for each segment
  • B-roll and visual suggestions
  • Platform-specific formatting (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts)
  • Production style options (UGC vs Professional)
  • Hook structure optimized for short-form video

When to Use This

Use video scripts when:

  • You've published an article and want to repurpose it for social video
  • You need a structured script before filming yourself
  • You want AI-generated visuals and voiceovers (via Video Production)
  • You're creating multiple videos from a single article

Don't use this if:

  • You need the finished video file (use Video Production instead - scripts can be generated and produced in one flow)
  • You want written social captions (use Social Hub instead)

How to Generate a Video Script

From an Existing Article

  1. Go to Content Hub and open any article
  2. Click Extend Content in the actions menu
  3. Select Video Script
  4. Choose your options:
  • Platform: TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, or General
  • Style: UGC (casual, personal) or Professional (polished, branded)
  • Duration: 15s, 30s, 60s, or 90s
  • Ad Type: PAS (default), Testimonial, Before/After, Educational, Objection-First, or Demo
  1. Click Generate Script

Generation takes 30-60 seconds. The script appears in the Extend Content panel with scene details.

From Freestyle (No Article Needed)

  1. Go to Social Studio
  2. Click Freestyle tab
  3. Enter your topic
  4. Select Video Script from content types
  5. Choose platform, style, duration
  6. Generate

Platform-Specific Formats

TikTok

  • Hook in first 3 seconds
  • Fast-paced scene transitions
  • Trend-aware language
  • Shorter scenes (3-5s each)
  • Emphasis on stopping the scroll

Instagram Reels

  • Visual-first approach
  • Strong opening visual hook
  • Product-focused if applicable
  • Music mood suggestions included
  • Clean, aesthetic scene direction

YouTube Shorts

  • Slightly longer scenes (5-7s)
  • More educational tone
  • Clear beginning, middle, end structure
  • Thumbnail-worthy first frame

General

  • Flexible structure
  • Platform-agnostic language
  • Can be adapted for any channel

Production Styles

UGC Style

  • Casual, personal narration
  • "Talking to a friend" tone
  • First-person perspective
  • Authentic, unpolished feel
  • Best for: Personal brands, testimonials, lifestyle content

Example narration: "Okay so I just found this thing and it's actually kind of amazing..."

Professional Style

  • Polished, branded narration
  • Third-person or brand voice
  • Scripted, intentional delivery
  • High production value feel
  • Best for: Corporate, educational, product demos

Example narration: "Introducing the solution that's transforming how teams collaborate..."

Ad Type Templates (Direct Response)

PAS (Problem-Agitate-Solve) - Default

Hook → Problem → Agitation → Solution → Proof → Objection handling → CTA

Most versatile structure. Works for 90% of products.

Testimonial-Driven

Hook → Customer testimonial → Product introduction → More proof → CTA

Best for: Social proof-heavy products, services with strong reviews

Before/After

Hook → Before state → After state → How it works → CTA

Best for: Weight loss, home improvement, transformation products

Educational

Hook → Teach something valuable → Introduce product as tool → CTA

Best for: SaaS, tools, skills-based products

Objection-First

Hook → Address biggest objection → Proof → More objections answered → CTA

Best for: Skeptical audiences, high-ticket items

Demo (Product-in-Action)

Hook → Show product working → Benefits → Features → CTA

Best for: Physical products, apps with visual UI

What's in a Video Script

Scene Breakdown

Each scene includes:

  • Scene Number: Order in sequence
  • Duration: Seconds allocated
  • Voiceover Text: Exact narration
  • Visual Direction: What to show on screen
  • B-roll Suggestions: Supporting footage ideas
  • Camera Movement: Static, pan, zoom, etc.
  • Music Cue: Mood or energy change

Hook Section

The first 3 seconds. Includes:

  • Pattern-interrupt opening
  • Question or bold statement
  • Visual direction to stop the scroll

Body Sections

Main content scenes:

  • Educational points
  • Product features
  • Emotional storytelling
  • Problem/solution exposition

CTA Section

Final scene(s):

  • Clear call-to-action
  • Brand mention
  • Where to learn more

Script Output Format

```
Scene 1: Hook (0-3s)
Voiceover: "Ever wonder why 73% of marketers still waste hours writing video scripts?"
Visual: Close-up of frustrated person staring at blank screen
B-roll: Laptop screen with blinking cursor
Camera: Push in slowly
Music: Tension build

Scene 2: Problem (3-8s)
Voiceover: "You've got the article. You know what to say. But turning it into a script takes forever."
Visual: Split screen - article on left, video script template on right
B-roll: Time-lapse of writing process
Camera: Static
Music: Maintain tension
```

Using Scripts for Production

Option 1: Film Yourself

Print or open the script on a second screen. Film each scene following the visual direction. Edit together using the timing guide.

Option 2: AI Video Production

  1. After generating the script, click Produce Video in the same panel
  2. The script automatically flows into Video Production
  3. AI generates visuals, voiceover, and music based on your script
  4. Review storyboard and approve scenes
  5. Download finished video in multiple aspect ratios

Option 3: Send to Creator

Export the script as a brief for a video editor or creator. The scene breakdowns provide clear direction without micromanaging.

Scene Duration Constraints

Scripts are written to match AI video generation constraints. Scene durations are automatically adjusted based on the selected quality tier:

| Tier | Valid Scene Durations | Notes |
|------|----------------------|-------|
| Standard | 3-15s (any increment) | Most flexible, recommended |
| Economy | 5s or 10s only | Limited options |

The script generator automatically ensures scenes fit these constraints. You don't need to adjust timing manually.

Regeneration

If the script doesn't fit your needs:

  1. Click Regenerate Script to create a new version
  2. Adjust parameters (platform, style, duration) before regenerating
  3. Or manually edit the script text in the editor

Each regeneration counts against your video_scripts quota.

Editing Scripts

Click into any scene to edit:

  • Voiceover text
  • Visual direction
  • Duration (must match model constraints)
  • Music cues

Changes save automatically. Edited scripts can still be produced via Video Production.

Quota Usage

Generating a video script uses 1 credit from your video_scripts quota.

Quota by plan:

  • Starter: 10/month
  • Professional: 30/month
  • Scale: Unlimited

Check remaining quota in Settings → Plan Management.

Best Practices

Keep scenes tight: 3-7 seconds per scene. Shorter = better retention.

Strong hook or you lose: First 3 seconds determine if they keep watching. Make it bold.

Visual-first thinking: Write narration that matches what's on screen, not the other way around.

Platform matters: TikTok scripts need faster pacing than YouTube Shorts.

Test UGC vs Professional: UGC often converts better for direct response. Professional works for brand awareness.

Use ad type templates: Don't freestyle the structure. PAS works for a reason.

Scene count sweet spot: 4-6 scenes for 30s video. More than that feels rushed.

Common Questions

Q: Can I generate multiple scripts from the same article?
A: Yes. Each generation is independent. Try different platforms or styles.

Q: What if my article is too long for a video script?
A: The AI extracts the most video-friendly points. Longer articles often make better scripts because there's more to choose from.

Q: Do I need to produce the video through ILLIXIS?
A: No. Use the script however you want - film yourself, send to an editor, or use ILLIXIS Video Production.

Q: Can I change the platform after generating?
A: Regenerate the script with a different platform selected. Platform affects pacing and language.

Q: What's the difference between this and Social Studio video scripts?
A: Same feature, different entry point. Social Studio does freestyle (no article needed). This is article-based repurposing.

Q: How do I know which ad type to use?
A: PAS (default) works for 90% of cases. Use Testimonial if you have strong social proof. Use Before/After for transformation products. Try Educational for SaaS.

Related Features

  • Video Production: Generate visuals, voiceover, and music from your script
  • Social Hub: Create written social captions instead of video scripts
  • Social Studio: Generate video scripts freestyle (no article needed)
  • Storyboard Approval: Review and refine AI-generated visuals before full production

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