B-Roll Shot List Prompt
Prompt
Create a B-roll shot list for this video. Concept/script: [describe] Location: [where filmed] Subject/product: [what or who is featured] Tone: [professional / authentic / cinematic] Final length: [approximate] Distribution: [YouTube / social / website / ad] Shot list with: 1. Shot description 2. Shot type (wide / medium / close-up / detail) 3. Movement (static / pan / tilt / handheld) 4. Duration needed 5. Priority (must-have / nice-to-have) Organise by location for filming efficiency.
Why it works
Structuring each shot with description, shot type, movement, and duration produces a production-ready document that a camera operator can actually work from, not just creative ideas. Asking for distribution channel upfront matters — a YouTube long-form and a 30-second Instagram ad require completely different coverage. Including tone direction shapes movement choices (handheld vs static) which significantly affects the final feel.
Watch out for
The AI will produce a competent shot list for any described concept, but it cannot know your actual filming constraints (single camera, no tripod, outdoor light at 4pm). Review the shot list against your actual production capabilities before the shoot — some shots that look good on paper are difficult without specific equipment or crew.
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