How To Write A Script For A YouTube Video (5-Step Template!)

This is how to write a script for a KZbin video that maximizes engagement, watch time & value. Learn how to make KZbin videos using our KZbin video script template!
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Timestamps:
00:00 How To Write A Script For A KZbin Video
01:23 How To Hook Viewers At The Start Of A Video
02:00 How To Introduce Yourself & The Topic
04:27 How To Structure Video Content
05:11 How & Why You Should Offer A ‘Bonus'
06:51 How To Include An Effective Call To Action
08:07 Our TOP Tips For Writing A Script
11:07 Why You NEED A Script For KZbin Videos
11:28 Our Video Creation Process
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-- How to Make a GOOD KZbin Video (SIMPLE Video Script Structure!) --
If you want to increase engagement and watch time as well as maximize value for your viewers, you NEED to follow this KZbin script writing format for your next video!
Video scripting and properly structuring your videos not only makes your videos easier and more enjoyable for viewers to watch, but it also makes your job of filming videos much easier.
Once you learn how to write a video script, your content creation process will be much more streamlined!
In this video, we’ll share how to make KZbin videos that are properly structured and scripted for maximum results. This is the exact video script writing process we use here at Primal Video to create awesome videos, fast.
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[@amyrosehancock]

The way you describe the "hook" has got to be the clearest description ever! So many other creators overcomplicate what the hook means I find it overwhelming. Thank you 😄 Also just used this to draft my first KZbin script!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Amy 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@FrstPlyrShtr]

Right!!

[@rugbyf0rlife]

I'm a professional KZbin script writer and I can confirm this is exactly the "winning format" on this platform. It's actually pretty interesting to see it laid out this bare, but this is exactly how I write every script as well, whether it's a "top X list" or a commentary for a gaming channel. Always hyper-focus on your hook and intro. Hook around 5 seconds and needs to either be a promise for content in the video or a sneak peak of actual content (a highlight clip without the conclusion). Intro is then setting up the stage once a viewer is hooked. Give them expectations and tease something extra "somewhere" in the video that tehy can "watch out for." Get right into the content after this, don't pad it, and make sure your bonus is somewhere near the end 3/4 of the video. As he said, never ask for subscribes early in the content, it breaks the flow and you haven't provided value. Early viewers are also high risk viewers. Ones that make it to the end are MUCH more likely to take action. Linking a video at the end is essential for creating long watch sessions on KZbin, even if it's not your own content you're linking to. KZbin will identify that YOUR content STARTS long watch sessions and will be more likely to push your content out to more people. For context. I make between 300-1000 dollars per script I write for channels that have a few hundred thousand, up to several million subscribers. Many of my scripted videos get hundreds of thousands of views. This is proven to work, to take this video's advice to heart and good luck!

[@BrittneyPatrick]

Thank you for providing this in written form.

[@rugbyf0rlife]

@@TK-pv4uq Depends on complexity of topic and the type of client. Generally I have a flat rate of $400 minimum for anything up to a 10 min video. 10 min = around 1800 words, 3 hours per 1000 words and 3 hours research, 1 hour contracting and admin. 40/45 per hour is my rate. If it's a good client or they are really specific about giving me research beforehand, I charge around 250 for a 5 min video. Have a flat rate you charge minimum, then an additional rate per project length. Estimate the amount of research time you would need and bill per hour as a flat cost. I never script and research a video for under 200 dollars. Only exception is shortform like TikToks or Shorts and that's ONLY when provided with the topic and general research. I charge $50 per short (180 words max)

[@Ayzail]

How can one link a video?

[@KevinChengDreamWork]

Hey Justin, this is the BEST video I've ever come across on scripting a KZbin video! Thanks, and I love that you stress that it's all about the viewer and giving them as much value as you can. This formula now has a permanent place in my workspace.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it Kevin! Thank you. All the best with your videos Justin

[@Freefromworld-ln5iw]

OMG 🤯This is exactly what I needed. Justin not only delivered what is appropriate way to write script by elaborated by showing in the end of the video how he applied same principles in this video. Thank you so so so so so so so so much ❤

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@noblechaos72]

I'm nearing 20K subs and have been wanting move away from my current content and get into more in-depth content that requires script writing, but have been putting it off for weeks because I literally had no idea where to even start. I actually started dreading it bc it seemed like such a daunting task I've literally been watching this on repeat as I'm writing my script right now, you have NO idea how much of a weight has been lifted off my shoulders bc of this information! Oh my GOSH thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

That's amazing progress! I'm glad this video could help you. Just take it one step at a time with your scriptwriting. 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@noblechaos72]

@@PrimalVideo Thanks so much! 🙂

[@ArtificialDM]

Incredibly straight forward with excellent examples. Thank you for the beneficial content!

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, cheers! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@nelsonhayes4]

This is one of the most useful videos I’ve seen in ages. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Amazing - so glad you find it useful 😊

[@KombuchaLiz]

Justin, you and your team are so dedicated you amaze me. I've been watching your channel since I started YT 4 years ago in September and not once have you missed an upload. Congrats buy also thank you for the teachings, inspiration and leadership ❤️

[@PrimalVideo]

All the best for your channel and thank's for your ongoing support! 😃

[@drnttah]

Justin thanks for making the task of preparing video scripts and delivering it a lot clearer.

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@LifeGameDesign]

I watched about 5 videos on this and yours gave the most value, thanks. Writing this for the others who are scrolling through looking for gems

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you so much - glad you enjoyed it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@speakerscoach]

Yes for sure. Opening and closing loops is the secret sauce of all forms of communication; it takes awareness. congrats on the 1M subs.

[@lostinadream1866]

You literally just changed the way I was about to layout my first video for the better!! Love this channel!! thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, all the best with your channel 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@Hellomyai]

This is the best video for how to write scripts on youtube. I watched plenty. The flow of the video is excellent as well as the structure.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear that. Thanks! - Hazel, PV Team

[@JohnBradydoesstuff]

It’s like you can read my mind as a try to figure out this whole KZbin thing. You are a godsend. Thank you my friend. Much love and respect.

[@mallikamallika5260]

KZbin algorithm is God💀

[@PrimalVideo]

Much appreciated - all the best! 😊

[@OwensLegoShow]

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[@jimsbooksreadingandstuff]

Great video, clear, concise and well explained.

[@PrimalVideo]

Cheers - so awesome to hear it! 😃

[@keyKEYadventures]

I am just getting my channel started and this is so incredibly valuable! Thank you, I will be sure to watch and rewatch this video probably weekly until the end of 2024. Blessings to you

[@PrimalVideo]

Good luck with your channel - keep learning and growing! 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@SECYBERSAFE]

This is a gem

[@LilCraftyNook]

I did! Watched it twice!! Extremely good advice!! Thanks so much!😄🙌🏻

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks for watching - glad you liked it! 😊

[@ollienrobinson]

The Grind Don’t Stop 🔥🔥🔥

[@RiteOn]

stalls to keep me on to the end are just stalls to keep me on and I usually click out the minute a stall shows up. Sincerity and REAL information is what keeps me on your video.

[@Yeguzo_Mastawosha]

Wonderful format, you did it.

[@rivieramacro5240]

Absolutely great ! So useful to structure the script. Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

Amazing - so glad you find it useful 😊

[@WorldLife3.0]

Fantastic! Thank you, Justin. 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

That's all right - glad you liked it! 😃

[@Meloyadina]

OMGosh, rewatching the video with the steps you taught in mind, I really saw how you worked each step. Thanks 💯

[@PrimalVideo]

That's awesome to hear! Glad the steps were helpful for you! 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@australiankaleidoscope664]

Another brilliant video with much food for thoughts. Justin thank you so much.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it! You're welcome! 😃

[@Eric-pp3hg]

This video is well constructed! Really appreciate you

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - have a great day! - Hazel, PV Team

[@diecastwolffe]

I saw 5 videos on this topic before i got to this videos, and let me tell you that this is the video that made it clear tk me about how to write a script. Thank you

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, so glad you found this useful - Hazel, PV Team

[@ScottMilnes1]

One of, if not THE BEST videos about how to write a KZbin script! Well done!! Thank you!!

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, thanks Scott 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@brianbergeron164]

This is so great! I just tried to make my first video and realized quickly you can't just wing it. This will help a ton! So subscribed!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome, great to have you here 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@SomedayisNow]

Fantastic info! Just what I needed.

[@PrimalVideo]

Great, thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@2cuteclassroom]

Your channel is so educational. I love it. Thanks for the info.

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad you find value in our content! 🙏

[@DESABLE87]

one of the best content videos I've ever seen on all youtube

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - great to hear that! 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@wendygoldberg7209]

Love all your videos 😊 thank you so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks Wendy, great to hear that 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@harvestaromas]

Awesome direction for a newbie, thank you Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@monique7469]

This video is pure GOLD! Thank you!!!!

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, cheers - Hazel, PV Team

[@Qallash]

Thank you for sharing great information 🌹🙏

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[@EmileLN]

Thank you so much primal videos

[@PrimalVideo]

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[@iutb]

You have no idea how much useful ideas and info I found in this channel.

[@PrimalVideo]

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[@virtualrob7360]

Really appreciate this video, a lot of helpful insight into getting my videos where I want them to be 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad we're able to help 🙏

[@jujumaninez3115]

Thoroughly impressed with this breakdown and will definitely be using this information in the near future. Thank you for the time and effort to put this together. Cheers! 🍻

[@PrimalVideo]

Great to hear that. You're welcome! - Hazel, PV Team

[@kevin-parratt-artist]

This is very helpful. Thank you. 🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - you're welcome!

[@GlamorousHabits]

This video is absolute GOLD! Thank you so much

[@PrimalVideo]

Great, you're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@liamgray9805]

Fantastic- thanks for sharing Justin

[@PrimalVideo]

That's all right! 😊

[@tobiast.3986]

Amazing content! I love the visuals!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - glad you liked it! 😃

[@myfirstrodeo208]

Yo! I have actually used this method on another channel and the video got 8k views over time and it’s still growing. It’s nice to see that this is an actual method cause I winged it and did it like this because it felt right. Thanks man. I couldn’t figure out why the video was so successful but it’s this method that was used that made it speak to the viewer. I’m on the right track.

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear that, you're welcome 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@itsalldoable]

This all sounds really good Justin. I have recently upgraded my laptop and making the switch to another video editor and starting to think about scripting out my videos. What you say makes perfect sense to me. Thank you for making and sharing this content. Kind regards Paul from 48 Spokes (UK)...👍

[@CreativeThinking52]

Awesome advice. Justin thank you. I needed this video. I struggle with this. Have a great weekend. 😭

[@PrimalVideo]

You can use this structure for sure!

[@chrismarchetti-olson6632]

That is some very solid advice!!! Thank you so much 🌷

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Chris - glad you liked it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@chrismarchetti-olson6632]

@@PrimalVideo as always, it was very helpful Hazel

[@yarivgaicoil]

Great content. Thank-you for sharing.

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you liked it! You're welcome! 👍

[@meganmakesitbetter]

Thank you for such easy to comprehend information!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Megan - glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@sensei_kenneth]

Thanks for this helpful info!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, so glad it helped - Hazel, PV Team

[@matthewmaszczak]

Great summation! Thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Matthew - Hazel, PV Team

[@luisma1972]

Excellent, thanks a lot. Lots of value for me.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - glad you find it valuable 😊

[@cbdtruthfinder]

Thank you so much!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - have a great day! - Hazel, PV Team

[@searching4adventure]

Hi Justin, another great Video, You've really helped me out along my journey in may ways. Thanks.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - all the best with your channel 👍

[@Deen.Simplified]

you got yourself a new Like and a subscriber :) Beautifully put & explained. high-quality content.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - great to have you here 😃 - Hazel, PV Team

[@JonDaiello]

Thank so much for sharing! I’ve been looking for a simple structure. This definitely helps. I’m wondering what you think about using storytelling throughout this hook-intro-content-bonus-cta framework?

[@SuccessReveal]

Thanks u this is so helpful ❤

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice - so glad we could help you 🙏

[@mantis1787]

Wow! You are a gentleman and a scholar! I so much appreciate this advice on a YT structure. This really helped me revamp the structure of my clip to be more concise. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

That's great to hear, all the best with your channel 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@mightykc4636]

Thanks for this tutorial!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@datsmyswag]

Thank you so much. Very helpful information.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - glad we're able to help 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@SebLearnsStory]

This was so extremely clear. Thank you!

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you liked it, you're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@snowmanarc]

You've no idea how much you've helped me, Thanks a lot

[@PrimalVideo]

That's great - so glad ti helped 🙏

[@Ultralightbackpacking]

Great video, thanks a bunch!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem, cheers - Hazel, PV Team

[@leslie_francine]

Thanks for this video!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Leslie - Hazel, PV Team

[@kandakaworld]

best script writing video out there. THANK YOU

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, cheers 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@teddyw.charawa8989]

You are on point. Thumbs up to you!!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - glad you liked it! 👍

[@dehtahada119]

Great video, thank you very much!

[@PrimalVideo]

No problem - Hazel, PV Team

[@FrankKritzman]

A great video on how to make a great video. It was cool watching the format used in this video.

[@PrimalVideo]

Awesome - so glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Excellent video, Justin; thank you!! I veered off making my person (non biz) videos while I was learning tiktok etc) but I'm on my way back. This was a great fresher-upper. Thanks! (Hi from BC Canada 🙋‍♀)

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you liked it 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@appydavecoding]

Love it

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks - Hazel, PV Team

[@lowlowseesee]

3 mins in and this is incredibly well done. subbed!

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, great to have you here 😀 - Hazel, PV Team

[@CanaFino]

Thanks for the tips about video creation

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - have a great day!

[@Philipk65]

This is great advice, thank you 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Philip! 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@richardvillanueva1782]

Thank you I'll follow it .!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@bradlaird743]

Thank you so much!!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Brad 😊- Hazel, PV Team

[@MrRedefinedClothing]

I love this.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@MrRedefinedClothing]

@@PrimalVideo You are welcome

[@tonymyers5363]

Great video Justin. Thanks Tony

[@PrimalVideo]

Glad you liked - you're welcome!

[@SewLikeDotty]

So helpful thanks

[@PrimalVideo]

Amazing - so glad we could help you 🙏

[@tabbylivvy]

Great video! ❤

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you so much 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@rjdigiserv.global]

I appreciate your "action to words" justification' Justin, they really are of primal importance for the viewers... wanting to watch your channel...

[@PrimalVideo]

So awesome to hear it, thanks! - Hazel, PV Team

[@berryh3575]

honestly this is an amazing advice, Thank you😁😁

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, cheers 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@EverywhereNYC]

Perfect perfect perfect Job.. I appreciate all the time it took formulate an organize the data, write out the script the graphics the lighting the sound the set decoration and the editing You make it look easy

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, so awesome to hear that - Hazel, PV Team

[@EverywhereNYC]

@@PrimalVideo it's the truth.. nobody sees you when you're sweating and writing and putting things in order. Nobody knows what it's like to be the bad man, to be the sad man behind blue eyes (just kidding) Nobody knows what it's like for you when you do it and you have to scrap everything you've done and do it over. Thank you so much for the information because it's valuable and thank you for taking the time to put together an awesome awesome video.

[@thesoulstar205]

This was such a useful video that I had to come back just to like, subscribe and comment on the video. I actually watched it twice like you said, and almost watched it a third time, I probably will. Thank you for such great content

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, feel free to come back anytime you need to - Hazel, PV Team

[@ulrichmafor4741]

thank you so much Justin

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, Ulrich - Hazel, PV Team

[@ForestWanderer_YT]

Thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome - Hazel, PV Team

[@PaulRichards78]

Great, thanks for this

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@Breslov148]

Bravo! And thanks!

[@PrimalVideo]

Cheers, you're welcome! 😊

[@RPDX]

Thank you ❤️🙏

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@becadesampa]

Now that's how you do it! Great video mate 👌

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@AnalyzeTheCurrent]

Bro you are the master haha. Eye have been using this channel and think media the past week as eye prepared to publish my first video on my channel. Finally got my “1st” video published today and eye really appreciate the effort you and team put into delivering value. You have another subscriber here…blessings.

[@PrimalVideo]

Congrats on your first video! I'm glad the channel and Think Media helped you out. 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@AnalyzeTheCurrent]

thank you @@PrimalVideo 🙌

[@rey.rosario7318]

Thank you Sir, learning.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome!

[@3TreesSerenitySpaceLLC]

Great content...thank you.

[@PrimalVideo]

Cheers!

[@thatfrenchguyinla]

The man himself, I used one of your video to create my KZbin channel

[@PrimalVideo]

Nice - all the best with your channel 👍

[@Janin_SPA]

I just wanted to record a new video for my channel. Watching your video beforehand helped me a lot, coming up with a much better script than the one I had. Thank you, this was really helpful 👍

[@PrimalVideo]

Sounds great, glad we're able to help Janin 😊 - Hazel, PV Team

[@priyankaawalgaonkar]

very nice sir .. tnx for sharing 👌

[@PrimalVideo]

Great - you're welcome! 👍

[@PpElliotTV]

This a great tip Justin.

[@PrimalVideo]

Thanks!

[@LearningSteps22]

My goodness. Where have you been sir. You break it down completely. Thanks alot sir.

[@PrimalVideo]

You're welcome, George - glad you found us 👍 - Hazel, PV Team

[@itsblakematthew]

This was helpful lets give it a go!

[@PrimalVideo]

So glad it helped 🙏

[@dawoodahmad539]

value packed, very good,

[@PrimalVideo]

Thank you - Hazel, PV Team