| name | video-storytelling |
| description | Cinematic video ad storytelling expertise. Covers 3-act narrative structure, emotional arcs, camera motion, scene transitions, and voiceover pacing for 10-second commercial video ads using Gemini Omni. Load this skill when generating video ads or storylines. |
Video Storytelling Skill
10-Second Commercial Video Ads (Gemini Omni Single-Shot)
Each video ad is a 10-second single-shot cinematic ad generated via Gemini Omni
(gemini-omni-flash-preview), integrating voiceover narration and ambient
music.
Act 1: SETUP (0-3s)
Goal: Hook the viewer in the first 2 seconds. Introduce the product in
context.
- Lighting: Bright daylight — fresh, energetic, vibrant
- Camera: Slow reveal — dolly in, orbit, or steadicam approach
- Product: First appearance, full visibility, real-world scale
- Voiceover: ~7 words, establish the premise
- Emotion: Curiosity, intrigue, recognition
Act 2: BUILD (3-7s)
Goal: Show the product in action. Build emotional connection.
- Lighting: Golden hour — warm, dramatic, aspirational
- Camera: Dynamic movement — tracking shot, crane, handheld follow
- Product: Being used, in motion, interacting with environment
- Voiceover: ~8-10 words, build the narrative
- Emotion: Desire, excitement, aspiration
Act 3: RESOLVE (7-10s)
Goal: The payoff. Brand moment. Memorable closing.
- Lighting: Evening/night — dramatic, neon, high-contrast
- Camera: Elegant settling — slow push-in or orbit landing on hero shot
- Product: Hero shot, prominently displayed, brand name visible
- Voiceover: ~7 words, memorable closing line with brand name
- Emotion: Satisfaction, confidence, brand loyalty
Storytelling Frameworks
1. The Revelation
Setup: Mystery/problem → Build: Product emerges as solution → Resolve:
Transformation moment
2. The Journey
Setup: Starting point → Build: Adventure/progression with product → Resolve:
Destination achieved
3. The Contrast
Setup: Life without product → Build: Discovery of product → Resolve: Life
transformed
4. The Craft
Setup: Raw materials/process → Build: Precision/expertise in making → Resolve:
Finished masterpiece
Motion Mandates
- Camera MUST be moving for the ENTIRE 10 seconds — no static frames
- Subject movement complements camera movement (person walking, product
rotating, wind blowing)
- Time-of-day progression creates natural scene variety
Voiceover Guidelines
- Total: ~20-25 words maximum (~2.5 words/sec x 10s)
- Tone: Deep, warm, authoritative — like a Nike or Apple commercial
- Final act MUST include the brand name
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Static shots (frozen camera kills engagement)
- Product too small in frame (must be 40-60% of frame)
- All acts look the same (vary lighting, environment, camera angle)
- Voiceover too fast (keep to ~2.5 words/sec)
- Missing brand name in final act
Read references/award-winning-patterns.md for patterns from Cannes Lions
winners.
