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Scene-by-Scene Short-Form Video Script with Editing Notes

Turns your idea into a short-form video for Reels, TikTok or YouTube Shorts: an opening hook, a script split into scenes, each with its visuals, b-roll, captions, sound effects, transitions, pacing and edit notes, aimed at watch time and shares.

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My idea: [idea].

Turn it into a short-form video meant for Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts or TikTok that keeps people watching.

Include:
- A strong hook to open the video
- The script, divided scene by scene
- For each scene: visuals, b-roll, on-screen captions, transitions, pacing, sound effects and directions for the edit

Every choice should aim to push watch time and shares as high as possible.
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