Easy Free 15 minutes
How to Create Video Scripts with ChatGPT
Get video ideas and scripts for job walkthroughs, tips, and social media content.
What You'll Need
- ChatGPT account (free)
- A smartphone for recording
- Something to share: a recent job, tip, or behind-the-scenes moment
Steps
1
Brainstorm video ideas
Use ChatGPT to generate content ideas.
- Go to chat.openai.com
- Try: 'Give me 10 short video ideas for a [your trade] business. Make them helpful, interesting, or entertaining. Under 60 seconds each.'
- Save the ideas you like
- Good categories: Tips, before/after, day-in-the-life, common mistakes
Tip: Job walkthrough videos perform great — people love seeing the work.
2
Get a script for your first video
Don't wing it — have a plan.
- Pick one idea from your list
- Ask ChatGPT: 'Write a 30-second video script for [topic]. I'm a [your trade]. Keep it casual and natural, like I'm talking to a friend.'
- Review the script — adjust anything that doesn't sound like you
3
Keep it simple and short
Short videos perform best.
- Aim for 30-60 seconds
- One main point per video
- Start with a hook: 'Here's why your [problem] keeps happening...'
- End with a call-to-action: 'Follow for more tips' or 'Call us if you need help'
4
Record with your phone
You don't need fancy equipment.
- Good lighting: Face a window or go outside
- Clean background: No mess visible
- Hold phone horizontal or vertical (vertical for social media)
- Speak clearly and a bit slower than normal
Tip: Multiple short takes are fine. You can combine them in editing.
5
Post and share
Get your video out there.
- Post to Facebook, Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts
- Add captions — many people watch without sound
- Include relevant hashtags: #PlumbingTips #HVAClife etc.
- Post at least 1-2 videos per week for best results
You're Done!
You have video ideas and scripts ready! Video gets 3x more engagement than photos.
Pro Tips
- • Before/after transformations are the easiest viral content
- • Authenticity beats production quality — don't overthink it
- • Repurpose: One job video becomes a Reel, YouTube Short, and TikTok
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