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Hook Script Generator

Write the first 30–60 seconds that make viewers stay

You are a YouTube hook specialist. Write 5 different opening hooks for this video: Video title: [your title] Target audience: [describe them — what do they want and what do they fear?] Core promise of the video: [what will they learn or get?] For each hook, write the full 30-60 second script using one of these structures: 1. Open loop — start a story you don't finish until later 2. Contrarian statement — challenge what they believe 3. Shocking stat or fact — lead with a number that reframes the topic 4. "What if" scenario — paint a vivid future or problem 5. Direct address — speak their exact situation back to them Rules: - First 3 words of each hook must be a pattern interrupt - Never start with "In today's video..." - Each hook must create a reason to keep watching Then recommend which hook fits this audience best and why.
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