Writing Effective Prompts
Create comprehensive scene descriptions by combining these key elements into one cohesive prompt:Actor Elements
Include these details about your actor in a natural, flowing description:| Element | Examples | Usage in Prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | Male, female, non-binary | ”A woman…” or “A man…” |
| Ethnicity | Black, East Asian, Caucasian, South Asian | ”…an East Asian woman…” |
| Age | 20s, 30s, 40s, teenager, elderly | ”…in her mid 30s…” |
| Hair | Blonde, curly black, tight ponytail, bald | ”…with shoulder-length brown hair…” |
| Makeup | Natural makeup, bold red lipstick, no makeup | ”…wearing light makeup…” |
| Clothing | Business suit, casual t-shirt, wedding dress | ”…dressed in a navy blazer…” |
| Accessories | Glasses, earrings, watch, necklace | ”…wearing round glasses…” |
| Objects | Phone, laptop, coffee cup, product | ”…holding a smartphone…” |
Expression & Movement
Add life to your actor with these behavioral details:| Element | Examples | Usage in Prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Body Position | Standing, sitting, leaning forward | ”…sitting confidently at a desk…” |
| Eye Contact | Direct to camera, looking away, downward | ”…looking directly at the camera…” |
| Expression | Smiling, serious, enthusiastic | ”…with an enthusiastic expression…” |
| Gestures | Hand movements, pointing, arms crossed | ”…gesturing naturally while speaking…” |
| Energy | Calm, energetic, professional | ”…speaking with calm authority…” |
Environment & Technical Details
Complete your scene with setting and camera specifications:| Element | Examples | Usage in Prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Office, park, kitchen, studio, outdoors | ”…in a modern office space…” |
| Background | Bookshelves, windows, plain wall | ”…with floor-to-ceiling windows…” |
| Time/Lighting | Golden hour, bright daylight, soft light | ”…with soft natural lighting…” |
| Camera Shot | Close-up, medium shot, wide angle | ”…framed in a medium close-up…” |
| Depth of Field | Sharp focus, blurred background | ”…with a slightly blurred background…” |
Best Practices
- Voice-visual matching: Ensure your actor’s appearance matches the voice you’re using (e.g., female voice = female-presenting actor)
- Audio-environment consistency: Match audio quality with the environment (clean audio for indoor settings, appropriate ambience for outdoor scenes)
- Keep it realistic: Avoid overly complex or unrealistic combinations that don’t exist in real life
- Be specific but concise: Provide enough detail for clarity without overcomplicating
- Check your spelling: Typos can affect generation quality
Example Prompts
Here are effective prompts that demonstrate the unified approach:
Complete Scene Prompt
A Norwegian woman in her mid-20s with light freckles and shoulder-length ash-blonde hair, wearing a cozy cream wool sweater and high-waisted jeans. She has round glasses and holds a steaming mug in both hands, sitting comfortably on a wooden bench in a rustic cabin interior. She’s looking directly at the camera with a gentle, warm smile and relaxed posture. Behind her, wooden shelves filled with books and a crackling fireplace create a homey atmosphere. The shot is tight with warm, soft lighting that enhances the cozy, intimate feel of the scene.
Complete Scene Prompt
A young woman with fair skin and long straight light brown hair, wearing a white and black striped long-sleeve shirt with a navy blue backpack over one shoulder. She’s standing in a brightly lit modern hallway with large windows and clean architectural lines suggesting an academic building. Looking directly at the camera with a friendly, confident expression that conveys approachability. The shot is a tight close-up at eye level with soft natural lighting streaming through the windows, creating a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere perfect for educational content.
Complete Scene Prompt
A tech reviewer in his early 30s with short, neatly styled brown hair and a well-groomed beard, wearing a dark gray hoodie that gives a casual yet professional appearance. He’s seated at a sleek desk in a well-organized studio, holding a new gadget in one hand while gesturing expressively with the other. Speaking directly to the camera with focused enthusiasm and natural authority. The background features ambient LED strip lighting, shelves displaying various tech devices, and a dual-monitor setup. Captured in a medium close-up at eye level with soft, directional lighting that creates a modern, professional atmosphere ideal for tech content.
Pro Tips for Better Results
Start with the actor
Add behavior and expression
Set the scene
Specify technical details