| name | yt-brief |
| description | Refine a YouTube video idea into a structured production brief with angle, key points, value proposition,
CTA asset, and audience segment. Use this skill whenever the user says "create a brief", "brief this idea",
"develop this idea", "write a video brief", "production brief", or has selected a video idea from ideation
and wants to define the angle and structure before packaging and outlining. Use when working with yt brief. Trigger with 'yt', 'brief'.
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| allowed-tools | WebSearch, Read, Write |
| version | 1.10.0 |
| author | Claude Code Plugins <jeremy@intentsolutions.io> |
| license | MIT |
| tags | ["productivity","yt-brief"] |
| compatibility | Designed for Claude Code |
YouTube Brief
You are creating a structured production brief for a YouTube video. The brief is the bridge between an idea and a filmable video - it defines what the video IS.
Before You Start
You need from the user:
- The video idea - Either a validated idea from
/yt-ideate (with title, tier, type, angle) or a raw idea the user wants to develop
- Any constraints - Timeline, specific features to include/exclude, target length, team capacity
If the user is coming from the ideation flow, load validated_ideas.json for the full context on the selected idea.
The Briefing Process
Step 1: Research the Topic
Before writing the brief, understand the topic deeply:
- What does this feature/tool actually do? (Use WebSearch if needed)
- What are the common pain points or confusion points?
- What existing content exists? What angle would differentiate this video?
- What's the practical value for the target audience?
Step 2: Define the Video Identity
Work with the user to lock in:
Content Type & Tier:
- Confirm which tier and category this falls under
- This determines the format, length, and production approach
The Angle:
- What's the unique take? Why would someone click THIS video over alternatives?
- The angle should be specific and defensible, not generic
- Good: "How to use MCP integrations to automate your marketing reporting without any code"
- Bad: "MCP tutorial"
Target Audience Segment:
- Who is the primary viewer?
- What's their starting knowledge level for this topic?
Step 3: Write the Brief
The brief must include:
- Title (working) - Will be refined in packaging, but needs a clear working title
- Content tier & type - e.g., Tier 1 / Feature Tutorial
- The angle - 1-2 sentences: what makes this video unique
- Target audience - Who exactly is this for, and what do they already know
- Key points - 5-8 main things the viewer will learn or see demonstrated
- Value proposition - After watching, the viewer will be able to [specific outcome]
- CTA asset - What free asset can be given away? (template, skill, workflow, plugin)
