Introduction

Creating short-form video scripts has never been easier. With artificial intelligence, you can turn an idea into a fully-formed 30-second story in seconds.

Yet, there’s a difference between a script that fills time and a script that stops the scroll.

The right prompt can make all the difference. It helps AI understand not only what to say, but how to say it with emotion, pacing, and personality.

Whether you’re creating motivational shorts, storytelling clips, or educational explainers, these AI prompt ideas will help you write scripts that hook your audience, even if you never show your face.

Related Reading: 7 CTAs That Actually Make Viewers Engage With Your Shorts


1. Motivational & Mindset Shorts

Motivational content dominates short-form platforms because it’s simple, relatable, and evergreen. AI can help you capture that emotional rhythm fast.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a 30-second motivational short about staying consistent when no one believes in you.”
  • “Create a YouTube Shorts script about turning rejection into motivation, written in a confident but emotional tone.”
  • “Generate a 45-second motivational video script that starts with a powerful quote and ends with a call to action.”
  • “Write a motivational faceless short about not comparing your progress to others, using simple language and dramatic pacing.”
  • “Write a 20-second script titled ‘You Still Have Time,’ written like a cinematic voiceover.”

Pro Tip: End your motivational scripts with emotional CTAs like “If this hits you, drop a ❤️ below.” or “Tag someone who needs this reminder.”

These short, high-impact scripts perform exceptionally well for faceless creators in the inspiration or personal growth niche.

2. Storytelling & Curiosity-Driven Shorts

Humans are wired for stories. Short storytelling videos with a twist, a lesson, or a surprise, keep audiences hooked longer than any other content type.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a 60-second short story about a man who lost everything but never gave up, structured like a mini movie.”
  • “Create a script for a 45-second short about a forgotten historical event that sounds unbelievable.”
  • “Write a suspenseful, 30-second story with a twist ending suitable for a faceless short.”
  • “Generate a storytelling script for TikTok that begins with ‘This story will change how you see success.’”
  • “Write a fast-paced short about an underdog who succeeds through persistence — include background cues for pacing.”

Advanced Prompt Add-On:

Ask your AI tool to “include emotional pauses, background music cues, and a 3-act structure (hook, build, payoff)” for better watch time and flow.

3. Educational or “Did You Know” Shorts

Quick facts, science curiosities, and short explainers are perfect for creators who want to inform and entertain simultaneously.

Prompts to Try:​

  • “Write a 30-second educational script explaining why the sky isn’t really blue, in a simple and conversational tone.”
  • “Create a faceless short that shares three surprising psychological facts about motivation.”
  • “Generate a short-form explainer script that answers ‘What happens to your brain when you’re in love?’”
  • “Write a 40-second script titled ‘The Weirdest Fact About Space You’ve Never Heard.’”
  • “Make a short script that delivers one fascinating fact and ends with a curiosity hook for the next video.”

Pro Tip: Add a follow-up line like, “Want more random facts like this? Hit follow for part two.” to create natural continuity across your shorts.

4. Relatable, Emotional, or Reflective Shorts

Faceless content doesn’t have to be cold or detached. The most viral faceless videos are often the ones that make people feel.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a heartfelt short about missing your younger self, in poetic but simple language.”
  • “Generate a faceless short script about letting go of toxic relationships.”
  • “Write a 25-second reflective script about choosing peace over attention.”
  • “Create a script about burnout and self-care that ends on a hopeful note.”
  • “Write a short titled ‘Not Everyone Will Understand You and That’s Okay.’”

Style Suggestion: Pair these scripts with slow, atmospheric music and minimalist visuals like clouds, sunsets, or shadows perfect for creators in emotional or mindful niches.

5. Business, Productivity & Finance Shorts

Shorts in this category perform incredibly well when they’re concise, practical, and delivered with authority.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a 30-second script explaining one small daily habit that builds wealth.”
  • “Create a short script that teaches the difference between assets and liabilities in a relatable way.”
  • “Generate a 45-second script titled ‘The Productivity Rule That Changed My Life.’”
  • “Write a short about the mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur.”
  • “Create a faceless video script about how AI tools can save small creators time and money.”

Pro Tip: Ask your AI to include “one actionable takeaway” or “a final motivational sentence” that encourages viewers to save or share the video.

6. Lifestyle, Habits & Self-Improvement Shorts

Viewers love short, bite-sized life advice. These are perfect for creators in wellness, growth, and productivity niches.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a 20-second short about how small habits create big change.”
  • “Create a script about why most people fail to stick to routines.”
  • “Write a short video encouraging viewers to take a one-day social media detox.”
  • “Generate a lifestyle short about morning habits that boost focus.”
  • “Write a video script titled ‘How to Reset Your Mind in 60 Seconds.’”

Bonus Idea: Use countdown pacing in your script. e.g., “In the next 60 seconds, I’ll show you how to refocus your mind.” to increase retention.

7. Tech, AI & Creator Economy Shorts

AI and tech-focused shorts are trending fast, especially for educational and entrepreneurial creators.

Prompts to Try:

  • “Write a 30-second short about how AI is changing content creation.”
  • “Generate a script that explains one underrated AI tool every creator should use.”
  • “Create a 45-second video explaining how to make faceless videos using AI.”
  • “Write a short script titled ‘How AI Will Replace 50% of Jobs and Create New Ones.’”
  • “Make a short about how creators can use AI to save time and earn more.”

Pro Tip: Ask AI to include stats, trends, or predictions “Start with a surprising fact that grabs attention in the first five seconds.”

Why These Prompts Work

Each prompt gives AI more than just a topic, it gives structure, tone, and emotional intent. That’s the difference between a generic script and one that performs.

Good prompts help AI write like a human storyteller: with curiosity, emotion, and rhythm.

If you experiment with phrasing, you’ll quickly discover your “signature prompt formula” the kind of request that consistently produces high-quality scripts for your niche.

Create, Refine, Repeat with ShortsFaceless

Once you’ve generated your script, tools like ShortsFaceless can bring it to life in seconds, turning text into cinematic faceless videos with natural voiceovers, visuals, and pacing optimized for platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and Instagram Reels.

Whether you’re creating motivational reels or educational explainers, combining these prompts with automation lets you scale content without losing creativity.

Your next viral short might just start with a single sentence and a well-crafted AI prompt.