Introduction
The "Contrarian View Creator" in the Autocut series is designed to turn transcribed thought leadership or reflection segments into punchy, short-form video scripts that challenge conventional wisdom or flip mainstream ideas. These scripts select a spoken quote that subverts expectation, using both user direction and stringent chunk selection rules, to spark genuine thought and engagement for a discerning audience.
How It Works
Input Section
The Creator begins by accepting the following inputs:
Transcription: The srt-encoded transcript with chunk indices and spoken content.
User Input: Optional guidance for speaker info, context, focus, corrections, or tone/style.
System Message and Selection Protocol
Autocut/Chunk Selection:
- Chunks are selected as consecutive verbatim units, always beginning at the start of a sentence and ending at a true sentence boundary.
- Selections must form a complete and natural spoken thought. Each quote may range from 25–40 words, stretching to 70 if needed for integrity.
- Sentence completeness, not brevity or word count, is the primary rule.
- The output for the selected quote is always the indices of the chosen chunks as an array, ensuring editors know exactly which segment to use for video.
User Input Handling:
- Parses for focus, context, creative intent, spelling corrections, or speaker details and applies them hierarchically: corrections > focus/theme > speaker/context > creative intention.
- Directs chunk and quote selection as well as framing and tone, if present.
- All subsequent analysis and writing must explicitly reflect the User Input.
Writing Section
In crafting the output, this Creator uses a provocative, argument-driven script design:
Headline: Writes a headline (max 8 words) that expresses the contrarian stance or reversal.
Common Assumption Setup: Writes two short, punchy sentences setting up the mainstream idea or assumption.
Contrarian Quote Chunks: Outputs an array of the chunk indices for the quote that subverts or reframes the assumption.
Reasoning Sentence: Writes a sentence that gives context or reasoning for the quote.
Reflective Close: Writes a provocative or reflective closing sentence that leaves the viewer thinking.
Autocut CTA: Uses the [Autocut CTA Phrase] from system instructions, or defaults to 'Thank you for watching.' as an appropriate closing.
Best Use Scenarios
This Creator is ideal for:
- Thought Leadership Videos: Challenging industry norms or sparking new debates.
- Event Recaps: Highlighting bold statements from panels, fireside chats, or expert interviews.
- Explainer Content: Engaging viewers with unexpected insights that invite rethinking or discussion.
User Guide
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Provide the Transcription: Upload or paste the full srt transcript from the video.
- Set User Input: Optionally specify a focus area, context, or tone/correction for chunk selection and messaging.
- Run the Creator: The model identifies the best quote and writes the surrounding script with index references for video editors.
- Review and Customize: Refine headline, lead-in, or closing sentence as needed for your audience and platform.
Tinker with it
Steer the Focus: Use input to sharpen the contrarian theme (e.g., “challenge our approach to remote work”).
Highlight Tone: Infuse with more provocation or expert credibility per your social or content channel.