Most content creators fail online, but not because their content is bad. They fail because no one sees it. The algorithm rewards leverage, not just effort. You need a system that helps you create content that stops the scroll and reaches more people across multiple platforms.

This guide shares five powerful AI prompts that work together as a complete content system. You’ll use ChatGPT to write hooks that grab attention and Opus Clip to turn one video into many short clips. Instead of creating endless videos from scratch, you make one good video and multiply it across TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and X (Twitter).

Here’s the complete prompt system you can start using right now:

The Prompts

Copy and paste these exact prompts:

ChatGPT - Viral Hook Generator
"Write me 15 viral-style video hooks in [niche] that follow conflict + curiosity psychology. Make each hook short enough for subtitles and punchy enough to stop scrolling in 2 seconds."

Opus Clip - Smart Repurposing
"Upload this [YouTube video/Podcast/Recording] into Opus Clip. Auto-generate 10 vertical shorts with subtitles, dynamic captions, and punch-in edits optimized for TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts."

ChatGPT - Caption Master
"Turn each of my video clips into 3 caption variations: one that's emotionally charged, one curiosity-driven, and one with a polarizing statement. Limit to 80-100 characters so they crush on TikTok/X."

ChatGPT - Niche Targeting Filter
"Analyze these 10 clips and rewrite their hooks/captions specifically for [target audience, e.g. solopreneurs, students, creators]. Make each one feel personal and unavoidable."

ChatGPT - Repurpose & Scale
"Give me a 7-day posting schedule that recycles my Opus Clip videos across TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram, and X. Include posting times, hashtags, and a CTA strategy that turns views into followers."

Why This Prompt System Works

This system combines two powerful prompt engineering techniques: task-specific prompting and workflow chaining.

Task-specific prompting means each prompt has one clear job. The Viral Hook Generator only creates hooks. The Caption Master only writes captions. When you give AI one focused task, it performs better than when you ask it to do everything at once.

Workflow chaining connects multiple prompts into a complete system. You start with one video, use Opus Clip to create shorts, then use ChatGPT prompts to optimize each piece. Each prompt builds on the previous step, creating a content multiplication machine.

The prompts also use psychological triggers that make people stop scrolling. Conflict creates tension. Curiosity creates questions in the viewer’s mind. Both make people want to watch longer to find out what happens next.

The Problem These Prompts Solve

Content creators face three major problems:

Problem 1: Creating enough content. Most creators burn out because they think they need to make new content every day. You’re competing with people who post 3-5 times daily on multiple platforms. Creating that much original content is exhausting.

Problem 2: Getting attention in crowded feeds. Social media users scroll fast. You have about 2 seconds to stop them. Most content gets ignored because the first line doesn’t grab attention immediately.

Problem 3: Platform-specific optimization. What works on TikTok doesn’t work on YouTube Shorts. Each platform has different caption lengths, hashtag strategies, and audience expectations. Adapting content for each platform takes hours.

This prompt system solves all three problems. You create one piece of content and multiply it. You generate hooks that stop scrolling. You adapt everything for each platform automatically.

How to Use This Prompt System

Follow these steps to turn one video into weeks of content:

Step 1: Create your source video

Record one longer video (10-60 minutes). This could be a YouTube video, podcast episode, or training session. Focus on creating one high-quality piece instead of many short clips.

Step 2: Generate viral hooks first

Before you upload to Opus Clip, use the Viral Hook Generator prompt. Replace [niche] with your specific topic like “fitness,” “business,” or “productivity.” ChatGPT will give you 15 hooks. Pick the 5 strongest ones.

Step 3: Upload to Opus Clip

Use the Smart Repurposing prompt as guidance when setting up Opus Clip. Upload your video and let it create 10 vertical shorts. The tool automatically adds subtitles and cuts your video at engaging moments.

Step 4: Write captions for each clip

Take each clip from Opus Clip and use the Caption Master prompt. You’ll get three versions: emotional, curiosity-based, and polarizing. Test different styles to see what your audience responds to best.

Step 5: Target your specific audience

Use the Niche Targeting Filter prompt. List your clips and specify your exact audience. ChatGPT rewrites everything to speak directly to that group. This makes generic content feel personal.

Step 6: Build your posting schedule

Use the Repurpose & Scale prompt to create a complete 7-day schedule. It tells you when to post each clip, which hashtags to use, and what call-to-action to include. This removes all guesswork.

Real-World Examples and Results

Example 1: Fitness coach

Sarah records one 30-minute workout tutorial for YouTube. She uses Opus Clip to create 10 shorts. With the Caption Master prompt, she writes three versions for each clip. That’s 30 pieces of content from one video. She posts them across four platforms over two weeks, getting 50,000 views total.

Example 2: Business consultant

Mike podcasts weekly but struggled with social media. He starts using this system. One podcast episode becomes 10 shorts. The Viral Hook Generator helps him write attention-grabbing intros. His followers grow from 500 to 5,000 in three months.

Example 3: Education creator

Jamie teaches study tips. She uses the Niche Targeting Filter to create versions for high school students, college students, and adult learners. The same content reaches three different audiences. Her engagement rate doubles.

Tips and Best Practices

Start with strong source material

Your system only works if your original video is good. Focus on clear audio, good lighting, and valuable information. Opus Clip can’t fix bad source content.

Test different hooks constantly

The algorithm changes what works. Generate new hooks every week. Try different psychology triggers. Track which hooks perform best and create more like them.

Don’t use all 10 clips at once

Space out your shorts over 7-14 days. This keeps your content fresh and prevents your audience from seeing too much similar content quickly.

Customize the prompts for your niche

Replace the brackets with your specific details. Instead of [niche], write “weight loss for busy moms” or “real estate investing for beginners.” Specific prompts get better results.

Match captions to platforms

TikTok loves short, punchy captions. Instagram Reels can handle slightly longer ones. X needs to be extremely brief. Adjust the character limits in the Caption Master prompt based on where you’re posting.

Save your best hooks

When a hook performs well, save it in a document. You can reuse successful patterns with new topics. Some hook formulas work repeatedly.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake 1: Using the same caption everywhere

Each platform has different audiences and expectations. Always run the Niche Targeting Filter to customize content. Don’t copy-paste the same caption to all platforms.

Mistake 2: Ignoring the 2-second rule

Your hook must grab attention in 2 seconds or less. If your generated hooks are too long, ask ChatGPT to shorten them further. Test by reading them out loud. If you can’t say it in 2 seconds, it’s too long.

Mistake 3: Posting without a schedule

Random posting kills growth. Use the Repurpose & Scale prompt to create a schedule. Consistency matters more than perfection.

Mistake 4: Not tracking what works

Keep notes on which hooks, captions, and posting times get the best results. Feed this data back into your prompts. Tell ChatGPT “generate hooks similar to this one that got 100,000 views.”

Mistake 5: Forgetting to update your prompts

Social media trends change fast. Update your Viral Hook Generator prompt every month. Add current trending formats or styles that work in your niche.

Customization Options

For different content types:

If you create tutorials, add this to your Viral Hook Generator: “Focus on transformation hooks that show before-and-after results.”

For entertainment content, modify it to: “Create hooks that promise unexpected twists or surprising facts.”

For different audience sizes:

Small audience (under 1,000): Focus on the Caption Master prompt with emotionally charged versions. Small audiences respond to personal connection.

Medium audience (1,000-10,000): Balance all three caption types equally. Test what works.

Large audience (10,000+): Use polarizing statements more often. They drive comments and shares.

For different platforms:

TikTok-focused: Add “Make hooks trend-aware and challenge-based” to your Viral Hook Generator.

YouTube Shorts-focused: Add “Create hooks that promise clear value or entertainment within the first line.”

Instagram-focused: Add “Include visual descriptions and lifestyle elements” to your Caption Master prompt.

For specific niches:

B2B content: Change the Caption Master prompt to “one value-focused, one problem-solving, and one authority-building.”

Personal brand: Change to “one vulnerable/relatable, one aspirational, and one educational.”

Advanced Strategies

Strategy 1: Create hook templates

After generating 50-100 hooks, analyze patterns. Create your own templates like “Most people don’t know [surprising fact] about [topic].” Use these templates to write hooks faster.

Strategy 2: Combine prompts for deeper targeting

Run the Niche Targeting Filter twice with different audiences. Create separate content batches for each group. This doubles your content output.

Strategy 3: Use ChatGPT for hashtag research

Add this prompt: “Analyze my niche and give me 30 hashtags in three categories: high competition (500K+ posts), medium competition (50K-500K), and low competition (under 50K). Focus on [your specific topic].”

Mix hashtag sizes in each post. High-competition hashtags give you exposure. Low-competition ones help you rank.

Strategy 4: Create a content calendar

Use the Repurpose & Scale prompt at the start of each month. Generate a full 30-day calendar. This removes daily decision-making and keeps you consistent.

Strategy 5: Batch your work

Record 4 videos in one day. Process them all through Opus Clip at once. Generate all hooks and captions in one session. You’ll have 6-8 weeks of content ready to post.

Why Content Repurposing Changes Everything

The old content creation model doesn’t work anymore. Creating unique content for every platform takes too much time. Most creators quit within three months because they burn out.

This prompt system flips the model. You focus your creative energy on one excellent piece of content. AI and smart tools handle the multiplication and optimization. You spend less time creating and more time connecting with your audience.

The math is simple. One video plus this system equals 40+ pieces of content:

That’s 120 chances to go viral from one video. Most creators never reach this output level because they try to create everything manually.

Getting Started Today

You don’t need expensive equipment or a large following. You need one decent video and this prompt system.

Your first week action plan:

Day 1: Record one 20-30 minute video on your phone. Day 2: Upload to Opus Clip and generate 10 shorts. Day 3: Use the Viral Hook Generator to create 15 hooks. Day 4: Apply the Caption Master prompt to write captions for 5 clips. Day 5: Use the Niche Targeting Filter to customize everything. Day 6: Use the Repurpose & Scale prompt to build your posting schedule. Day 7: Post your first batch and track results.

What you need:

The barrier to entry is low. The potential impact is huge. This system works because it solves the three biggest content problems: volume, attention, and platform optimization.

Measuring Your Success

Track these metrics weekly:

Views per video: Are your shorts getting more views than your previous content?

Engagement rate: Calculate comments + shares + saves divided by total views. Aim for 5% or higher.

Follower growth: How many new followers per week? This system should increase growth by 30-50% within a month.

Best-performing hooks: Which hook styles get the most views? Double down on what works.

Platform differences: Does your content perform better on TikTok or Instagram? Adjust your posting frequency accordingly.

Use these insights to improve your prompts. Tell ChatGPT what worked and ask for more variations. The system gets better as you feed it data.

Taking Action

This prompt system only works if you use it. Most people read content like this and never implement it. Don’t be that person.

Start with one video this week. Run it through the complete system. Post the results. Learn what works for your audience. Adjust and repeat.

The algorithm rewards consistency and volume. This system gives you both without burning you out. You have the tools. You have the prompts. Now you just need to start.

Your content is already good enough. You just need more people to see it. This system makes that happen. Take one video, multiply it across platforms, and watch your reach grow. The creators who win aren’t the most talented. They’re the ones who show up consistently with content that stops the scroll.

Start today. Create one video. Use these prompts. See what happens.