Recommendation
Use a single, repeatable ChatGPT prompt that (1) extracts 3–4 concise, actionable takeaways from the 1,500‑word article, (2) compresses them into a 60‑second spoken script with a strong hook and CTA, and (3) returns timing and a short source‑excerpt map for verification.

Why this works
A 60s spoken script should be ~140–180 words depending on pace. Aim for 150 words (≈2.5 words/sec) as your baseline. Break the script into labeled micro-blocks with explicit time budgets so every sentence has an intended duration.

Direct ChatGPT prompt (copy/paste)
System: You are a professional short‑form video scriptwriter. Output must be precise, factual, and optimized for a 60‑second spoken video.
User: Here is an article. 1) Extract the 3 most important actionable points and a 1‑line thesis. 2) Produce a 60‑second script with labeled blocks: Hook (4–6s), Thesis (6–8s), Point 1 (12s), Point 2 (12s), Point 3 (12s), CTA (8–10s). 3) Keep total word count between 140–160 words; after each block include target word count and seconds. 4) Provide the exact source excerpt (1–2 sentences) used to form each point, and mark any invented phrasing. 5) Tone: energetic, direct. Output: (A) Final script only, then (B) short mapping: point -> source excerpt.
[Paste article here]

Rules for excerpting and compression
- Only use explicit claims supported in the text; don’t hallucinate. If a claim is implied, mark it as “inferred.”
- Pick the clearest 3 takeaways that are either steps, tips, or surprising stats. If the article has clearly numbered steps, prefer those.
- For each takeaway, extract 1–2 source sentences (max) and compress them to 1 crisp spoken sentence.

Timing per sentence (practical rules)
- Hook: 8–20 words, 4–6s. Must provoke curiosity.
- Thesis: 10–18 words, 6–8s. One-sentence promise of value.
- Each Point block: 18–28 words, ~12s — can be one or two short sentences. Aim for 2–3 clauses max.
- CTA: 12–20 words, 8–10s. Single action, single link or next step.

Decision criteria (how many points)
- Use 3 points for broad, 60s scripts (best balance). Use 2 if article is narrow and needs depth; use 4 only if each point is extremely short and the audience is practiced at rapid pacing.
- If the article is technical/visual (charts, code), avoid 60s — choose 90–120s or convert to visual slides.

Best-for / Avoid-if
- Best for: how‑to, listicle, productivity tips, marketing takeaways. Fast edits, single narrator voice.
- Avoid if: dense academic/text requiring citations, long case studies, or content needing on‑screen visuals to explain steps.

Practical checklist before publishing
1. Paste article into the prompt and run ChatGPT. 2. Verify each “source excerpt” maps to the article. 3. Read aloud and time it — adjust word counts ±10% for natural flow. 4. If needed, run a refinement prompt: “Make it punchier/softer/shorter to X words.” 5. Record a rehearsal and tweak pacing; split long clauses into two sentences.

When this changes
If you have a team editor, longer turnaround, or budget for voice actors, favor 90–120s scripts and richer visuals. For one‑person rapid output, the 60s template above is optimal.

CTA
Use ChatGPT to run the template and iterate quickly (system+user prompt above).

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