HomeCasa Animated explainer video script with voiceover and scenes
Write a 60 to 120-second animated explainer script: voiceover, scenes with visual and motion directions, on-screen text, sound notes and a 30-second social cut. Designed for ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini. It includes 6 customizable variables and you can copy it for free in one click.
Intermediate · Text · Pending editorial review
Prompt
Act as a scriptwriter for animated explainer videos (motion graphics) for businesses and training, skilled at making complex ideas simple.
Context:
- What needs explaining: {{concept}}
- Audience: {{audience}}
- Problem it solves: {{problem}}
- Length: {{length}}
- Animation style: {{style}}
- Final action the viewer should take: {{cta}}
Deliverables:
1. The key message in one sentence and the central visual metaphor the video will rely on.
2. Structure: problem → why it matters → how it works (max 3 steps) → benefit → call to action.
3. A script table with: scene, timing, voiceover (no more than about 150 words per minute), visual description, motion or transition, and on-screen text (max 6 words).
4. Notes for the animator: suggested color palette, recurring characters or icons, and elements that should repeat for consistency.
5. Sound directions: music, sound effects and pauses.
6. A 30-second cut-down for social media.
Constraints:
- One idea per scene; no long paragraphs on screen.
- Do not invent figures, clients or results. If you need a data point, write [FILL IN: real data].
- Someone with no prior knowledge of {{concept}} must understand the language.
- If key information is missing, ask me before writing.
Format: key message, script table, animation notes and short version.How to use it
- Explain the concept the way you would to a new customer, without jargon.
- Check timing by reading the voiceover aloud before handing it to the animator.
- Give the table to your animator or use it as the basis for generating scenes with AI tools.
Usage example
Concept: how a local produce delivery app works · Audience: city families · Length: 90 s · Style: flat 2D illustration · CTA: download the app.
Sample output
Key message
Quarterly estimated taxes become manageable when you follow the same three steps every quarter. Visual metaphor: a big yearly bill that splits into four smaller coins dropping into a calendar.
Script (90 s)
| Scene | Time | Voiceover | Visual | Motion | On-screen text |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0-10 s | "Freelancing is great, until tax season makes you wonder: did I pay enough?" | Freelancer at a desk, worried face | Slow push-in | Did I pay enough? |
| 2 | 10-25 s | "Guessing wrong can mean penalties. But it doesn't have to be a guessing game." | Question marks fade into a calendar | Side wipe | No more guessing |
| 3 | 25-45 s | "Step one: estimate this year's income and set aside a share of every payment." | Coins sliding into a jar | Bounce-in | 1. Estimate |
| 4 | 45-60 s | "Step two: split that amount into four payments. [FILL IN: current official due dates]" | One big coin splits into four | Morph | 2. Split |
| 5 | 60-75 s | "Step three: pay on time and keep your confirmations in one place." | Coins drop into calendar slots, green check | Curved path | 3. Pay & save |
| 6 | 75-90 s | "Book a free demo and we'll set it up with your own numbers." | Logo and button | Fade | Free demo |
Notes for the animator
- Palette: trustworthy blue, green for "done", warm gray background.
- Recurring character: the same freelancer in every scene…
Key facts
- Category
- Video creation · Animations
- Output type
- Text
- Level
- Intermediate
- Designed for
- ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini
- Verified in
- Pending editorial verification
- Variables
- What needs explaining, Audience, Problem it solves, Length, Animation style and Call to action
- Language
- English
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
- Updated
- Nov 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many words fit in a 90-second video?
About 200-225 words of voiceover at a comfortable pace. Leave gaps without narration so the animation can breathe.
What is the central visual metaphor for?
It gives viewers one image to remember and helps the animator keep scenes consistent.
What is this prompt for?
Write a 60 to 120-second animated explainer script: voiceover, scenes with visual and motion directions, on-screen text, sound notes and a 30-second social cut.
Which AI tools does it work with?
It is designed for ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini. We have not verified it in these tools yet, so results may vary between them.
How do I customize the prompt?
Click “Customize” and fill in the variables (What needs explaining, Audience, Problem it solves, Length, Animation style and Call to action). The text updates instantly and you can then copy it in one click. Values are stored only in your browser.
Do I need experience to use it?
It is intermediate: it helps to know the topic so you can provide good context and review the result critically.
Is this prompt free?
Yes. Every HomeCasa Prompts prompt is free, with no sign-up or subscription. You can also use them in professional projects.
Can I trust the AI output?
Treat it as a high-quality draft: always check data, figures and important claims before publishing or making decisions.