# Social ad templates (4-8s)

Short clips work best with clear beats. Use 2-3 beats and keep text minimal.

## Default template
```
Use case: social ad
Primary request: <ad concept>
Scene/background: <simple backdrop>
Subject: <product or scene>
Action: beat 1 (0-2s) <action>; beat 2 (2-4s) <action>; beat 3 (4-6s) <action>
Camera: <shot type + motion>
Lighting/mood: <mood>
Text (verbatim): "<short headline>", "<short subhead>"
Constraints: no logos; keep text legible; avoid fast motion
```

## Example: product benefit
```
Use case: social ad
Primary request: a compact humidifier emphasizing quiet operation
Scene/background: minimal bedroom nightstand
Subject: matte white humidifier with soft vapor
Action: beat 1 (0-2s) vapor begins; beat 2 (2-4s) soft glow turns on; beat 3 (4-6s) device slides to center
Camera: 50mm, gentle push-in
Lighting/mood: calm, warm night light
Text (verbatim): "Quiet mist", "Sleep better"
Constraints: no logos; text must be legible; avoid harsh highlights
```

## Example: before/after
```
Use case: social ad
Primary request: before/after of a cluttered desk becoming tidy
Scene/background: home office desk, neutral wall
Subject: desk surface, organizer tray
Action: beat 1 (0-2s) cluttered desk; beat 2 (2-4s) quick tidy motion; beat 3 (4-6s) clean desk with organizer
Camera: top-down, locked-off
Lighting/mood: soft daylight
Text (verbatim): "Before", "After"
Constraints: no logos; keep motion minimal; avoid blur
```