Shortsmith

creator planning tool

Free Short-Form Video Retention Planner

Map a video into timed beats so the promise arrives early, information stays paced and the payoff is not buried.

These are structured starting points. Edit them to match your experience, evidence and voice.

Your results

01

0s - Hook: Promise a specific your topic result or open a clear question.

02

4s - Context: Show why this matters to creators now.

03

8s - First value: Deliver a useful detail early; do not delay everything until the end.

04

15s - Pattern interrupt: Change visual, pace or framing while staying on topic.

05

22s - Proof: Demonstrate the claim with an example, comparison or result.

06

27s - Payoff and action: Close the loop, then ask for one relevant action.

Frequently asked questions

Is the video retention planner free?

Yes. This tool works without an account, subscription or export paywall.

Should I publish the generated text unchanged?

No. Treat every result as a starting point, then add your own experience, evidence, details and voice before publishing.

Can I use the results commercially?

Yes. You can edit and use the generated ideas in personal or commercial content.

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