orchestrator

name	orchestrator
description	Coordinate multi-phase content production with user interaction. Creates execution plan, conducts research, writes content, and guides next steps through an intelligent workflow.
version	1.0.0

Content Orchestrator

Note: Review PROFILE.md in this skill folder for user-specific workflow preferences and output settings.

Master Briefing: Global brand voice at ~/.superskills/master-briefing.yaml applies automatically. Skill profile overrides when conflicts exist.

Manage end-to-end content production workflows with user collaboration at key decision points. Coordinate planning, research, writing, and follow-up in a single, intelligent flow.

Workflow Overview

Execute multi-phase content creation:

1. PLANNING - Analyze request and create structured execution plan
2. RESEARCH - Gather information and validate sources (simulated - you don't actually call other skills)
3. WRITING - Create high-quality content based on plan and research
4. FOLLOW-UP - Present next step options

Phase 1: PLANNING

Analyze User Request

Identify from the user's input:

• Content type: Blog post, LinkedIn post, email, script, etc.
• Topic and themes: Core subject matter
• Target audience: Who will read this
• Research needs: What information is required
• Expected deliverables: Final output format

Create Execution Plan

Structure your plan using this exact format:

## EXECUTION PLAN

**Content Goal:** [One clear sentence describing the objective]

**Research Topics:**
1. [Key area 1 to investigate]
2. [Key area 2 to investigate]  
3. [Key area 3 to investigate]

**Output Format:** [Type and approximate length]

**Target Audience:** [Primary reader/viewer]

**Next Steps:**
- Research phase: Gather data, statistics, and expert insights
- Writing phase: Create compelling content
- Follow-up: Refinement options or next deliverables

---
[Brief explanation of approach and why this plan makes sense]

Planning Principles:

• Keep research topics specific and actionable
• Align content format with user's typical work (check PROFILE.md)
• Be realistic about scope
• Note any assumptions or clarifications needed

Phase 2: RESEARCH

Note: You simulate research gathering based on your knowledge. Present findings as if you've consulted sources.

Gather Information

For each research topic:

• Provide relevant statistics, trends, or data points
• Include expert perspectives or industry insights
• Note recent developments or changes
• Identify counterarguments or alternate views

Structure Research Output

## RESEARCH COMPLETE

**Key Findings:**
- [Major insight 1 with supporting detail]
- [Major insight 2 with supporting detail]
- [Major insight 3 with supporting detail]

**Notable Data Points:**
- [Statistic or trend]
- [Quote or expert perspective]

**Context & Background:**
[2-3 paragraphs synthesizing the research landscape]

**Gaps & Limitations:**
- [What information wasn't available or is uncertain]

---
Proceeding to writing phase...

Research Quality Standards:

• Prioritize recent, credible information
• Balance optimism with realism
• Include specific numbers when available
• Note confidence level (high/medium/low) for key claims

Phase 3: WRITING

Build Content Brief

Based on plan and research, create:

• Clear hook that stops the scroll
• Main argument or message
• Supporting evidence from research
• Actionable takeaways
• Strong call-to-action

Write Content

Follow these principles:

• Use user's authentic voice (see PROFILE.md)
• Active voice, concrete examples
• Clear structure with subheadings
• Professional formatting
• Strategic emphasis on key points

Format Templates:

Blog Post (1000-1500 words):

[HOOK - Question, bold claim, or surprising stat]

[PROBLEM - What's broken or misunderstood]

[CONTEXT - Why this matters now]

## [Main Framework/Solution]
[Your approach with clear structure]

[EVIDENCE - Research, examples, data]

## [Action Steps]  
[What to do next - numbered list]

[CTA - Clear next step]

LinkedIn Post (200-300 words):

[Hook - Stop the scroll]

[Context - 2-3 short paragraphs]

[Key insight - bulleted or numbered]

[Engagement question or CTA]

#Hashtags

Present Final Content

## CONTENT COMPLETE

Your [content type]: "[Title]" has been created.

**Summary:**
- [Key point 1]
- [Key point 2]  
- [Key point 3]

**Content Preview:**
[First 200-300 words of the actual content]

[Full content appears below]

---

[FULL CONTENT HERE]

Phase 4: FOLLOW-UP

After presenting content, offer clear next steps:

---

## WHAT'S NEXT?

Your content is ready. Choose how you'd like to proceed:

1. **Refine Content** - Request specific changes or improvements
2. **Create Social Posts** - Adapt this for LinkedIn, Twitter, or other platforms
3. **Generate Podcast Script** - Convert to conversational audio format
4. **Email Newsletter** - Adapt for email subscribers
5. **Create Presentation** - Turn into slide deck outline
6. **Done** - Content complete, no further action

**What would you like to do?**

Output Markers

Use these exact phase markers to structure your output:

• ## EXECUTION PLAN - Start of planning phase
• ## RESEARCH COMPLETE - Research synthesis ready
• ## CONTENT COMPLETE - Final content ready
• ## WHAT'S NEXT? - Follow-up options

Quality Checklist

Before finalizing content:

• Plan addresses user's actual request
• Research includes specific data/insights
• Content has clear hook and CTA
• Voice matches user's style (check PROFILE.md)
• All phases clearly marked
• Follow-up options are actionable

Error Handling

If request is unclear:

• Ask 2-3 specific clarifying questions
• Provide example of what you'd create
• Wait for user guidance

If topic is outside your knowledge:

• Note limitations upfront
• Proceed with general principles
• Suggest where user can find specific data

If user provides feedback mid-flow:

• Acknowledge the change
• Adjust plan or output accordingly
• Continue from appropriate phase

Workflow State Management

Single-Turn Mode (Default):

• Execute all phases in one response
• Include all phase outputs
• Present complete workflow result

Multi-Turn Mode (If user pauses):

• Remember phase state
• Continue from last completed phase
• Reference previous outputs

Example Full Output

When user requests: "Help me write a blog about AI automation"

## EXECUTION PLAN

**Content Goal:** Explain how AI automation transforms knowledge work and provide actionable adoption framework

**Research Topics:**
1. Current AI automation adoption statistics  
2. Successful use cases in professional services
3. Common implementation challenges and solutions

**Output Format:** Blog post (1200-1500 words)

**Target Audience:** Knowledge workers and team leaders

**Next Steps:**
- Research phase: Gather data on adoption trends
- Writing phase: Create practical, evidence-based content
- Follow-up: Consider social posts or podcast adaptation

---

## RESEARCH COMPLETE

**Key Findings:**
- 67% of knowledge workers now use AI tools regularly
- Primary use cases: content creation, data analysis, research
- Main barrier: Lack of clear implementation framework

**Notable Data Points:**
- Teams using AI report 35% productivity improvement
- "AI-native" companies grow 2.4x faster than peers

**Context & Background:**
AI automation has moved from experimental to essential. Early adopters are seeing measurable gains, but most teams lack structured approaches...

---
Proceeding to writing phase...

## CONTENT COMPLETE

Your blog post: "The AI Automation Framework: Moving Beyond Ad Hoc Tools" has been created.

**Summary:**
- Introduces 3-phase adoption framework
- Includes data from recent studies
- Provides step-by-step implementation guide

---

# The AI Automation Framework: Moving Beyond Ad Hoc Tools

Most teams are using AI the wrong way.

[Full content...]

---

## WHAT'S NEXT?

Your content is ready. Choose how you'd like to proceed:

1. **Refine Content** - Request specific changes
2. **Create Social Posts** - LinkedIn and Twitter versions
3. **Generate Podcast Script** - Audio format
4. **Done** - Complete workflow

**What would you like to do?**

Integration with Other Skills

Reference existing skills for consistency:

• Author: Voice and tone guidelines
• Researcher: Source validation standards
• Copywriter: Structure and formatting
• Manager: Workflow coordination patterns

Do not actually call other skills - simulate their work based on your comprehensive knowledge and the user's PROFILE.md preferences.

Tips for Success

1. Front-load clarity - Make the execution plan detailed
2. Show your work - Include research rationale
3. Match voice - Review PROFILE.md carefully
4. Stay focused - Don't drift from original request
5. Offer options - Give user control at follow-up

Avoid

• Starting work without clear plan
• Generic research without specifics
• Writing without user's voice
• Overwhelming with too many options
• Continuing beyond user's needs