# YouTube Upload & SEO Guide - FRE-641

**Created:** 2026-04-27
**Videos:** 60s Demo + 10-min Walkthrough
**Channel:** Scripter (@scripter)
**Owner:** CMO

---

## Video 1: 60-Second Demo

### Upload Details

**Title:**
```
Scripter in 60 Seconds | Modern Screenwriting Software
```

**Description:**
```
Quick demo of Scripter - the modern screenwriting platform built with Tauri + SolidJS. 10x faster than WriterDuet, with AI features built-in.

🎬 Try Scripter free: https://scripter.app?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=launch
💬 Join Discord: https://discord.gg/scripter?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=launch
🐦 Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scripterapp

#Screenwriting #WritingSoftware #Scripter

---
Scripter is a modern screenwriting platform that's 10x faster than WriterDuet and 20% cheaper. Built with Tauri + SolidJS for instant startup and native performance.

Features:
- AI writing assistant (continuation, character analysis)
- Real-time collaboration with video chat
- Unlimited projects on free tier
- Export to PDF, Final Draft XML, Fountain
- Desktop apps (macOS, Windows, Linux) + Web app

Try Scripter free: https://scripter.app
```

**Tags (15-20):**
```
screenwriting software
free screenwriting software
WriterDuet alternative
Scripter
Tauri apps
SolidJS
AI writing tools
Final Draft alternative
indie film tools
best screenwriting software 2026
screenwriting tutorial
writing software
screenplay software
free writing software
screenwriter tools
filmmaking tools
indie filmmaker
screenwriting tips
writing community
```

**Thumbnail:**
- Text: "WriterDuet KILLER?"
- Image: Split screen (Scripter vs WriterDuet)
- Red arrow pointing to Scripter
- Dimensions: 1280x720px (16:9)

**Category:** Science & Technology

**Language:** English

**Captions:**
- [ ] Upload auto-generated captions
- [ ] Review and edit for accuracy
- [ ] Add manual captions if needed

**End Screen (Last 20 seconds):**
- Element 1: Subscribe button
- Element 2: Link to 10-min walkthrough video
- Element 3: Link to scripter.app

**Cards (Add at timestamps):**
- 0:15 - Link to scripter.app
- 0:45 - Link to 10-min walkthrough

**Visibility:** Unlisted (until launch day 14:00 PT)

**Schedule:** Launch day, 14:00 PT

---

## Video 2: 10-Minute Walkthrough

### Upload Details

**Title:**
```
Scripter Review: Best Free Screenwriting Software 2026?
```

**Alternative Titles (A/B Test):**
```
- I Tried Every Screenwriting Software - Here's the Best Free One
- WriterDuet vs Scripter: Which Should You Use in 2026?
- This Free Screenwriting Software is 10x Faster Than WriterDuet
```

**Description:**
```
Complete walkthrough of Scripter, the modern screenwriting platform. I'll show you why it's 10x faster than WriterDuet and how the AI features can help you write better scripts.

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:30 Why We Built Scripter
2:00 Editor Tour (Auto-formatting, Templates)
4:00 AI Features (Continuation, Character Analysis)
5:30 Real-Time Collaboration + Video Chat
7:00 Export Options (PDF, Final Draft XML)
8:00 Pricing (Free vs Pro vs Premium)
9:00 Final Thoughts + CTA

🎬 Try Scripter free: https://scripter.app?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=launch
💬 Join Discord: https://discord.gg/scripter?utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=launch
🐦 Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/scripterapp

#Screenwriting #WritingSoftware #Scripter #WriterDuet #IndieFilm

---
Scripter is a modern screenwriting platform built with Tauri + SolidJS. It's 10x faster than WriterDuet (which uses Electron), has AI features built-in, and costs 20% less.

Features:
- AI writing assistant (continuation, character analysis, format fixing)
- Real-time collaboration with built-in video chat
- Unlimited projects on free tier
- Export to PDF, Final Draft XML, Fountain
- Desktop apps (macOS, Windows, Linux) + Web app + PWA
- Version history and branching
- Production tools (tagger, character breakdown)

Try Scripter free: https://scripter.app

**Comparison:**
WriterDuet: $13.99/mo for Premium, Electron-based (slow)
Scripter: $10.99/mo for Premium, Tauri-based (fast)

**Chapters:**
0:00 - Intro: Why Scripter?
0:30 - The Problem with WriterDuet
2:00 - Editor Tour: Auto-formatting & Templates
4:00 - AI Features Demo
5:30 - Collaboration + Video Chat
7:00 - Export Options
8:00 - Pricing: Free vs Pro vs Premium
9:00 - Final Thoughts
```

**Tags (20-25):**
```
screenwriting software review
free screenwriting software
WriterDuet alternative
Scripter review
screenwriting tutorial
Tauri
SolidJS
AI writing tools
Final Draft alternative
indie film tools
best screenwriting software 2026
screenwriting software comparison
writing software review
screenplay software
free writing software
screenwriter tools
filmmaking tools
indie filmmaker
screenwriting tips
writing community
how to write a screenplay
screenwriting for beginners
final draft vs writerduet
writerduet vs scripter
best free writing software
```

**Thumbnail:**
- Text: "Best FREE Screenwriting Software 2026"
- Image: Clean editor screenshot
- Green checkmarks on features
- Dimensions: 1280x720px (16:9)

**Category:** Science & Technology

**Language:** English

**Captions:**
- [ ] Upload auto-generated captions
- [ ] Review and edit for accuracy
- [ ] Add manual captions for technical terms

**End Screen (Last 20 seconds):**
- Element 1: Subscribe button
- Element 2: Link to 60s demo video
- Element 3: Link to scripter.app
- Element 4: Playlist (all Scripter videos)

**Cards (Add at timestamps):**
- 2:15 - Link to scripter.app (editor demo)
- 4:30 - Link to scripter.app (AI features)
- 6:00 - Link to Discord
- 8:30 - Link to pricing page

**Visibility:** Unlisted (until launch day 14:00 PT)

**Schedule:** Launch day, 14:00 PT

---

## Upload Process

### Step-by-Step

1. **Go to YouTube Studio**
   - studio.youtube.com
   - Click "Create" > "Upload video"

2. **Select Video File**
   - Choose MP4 file (from FRE-639)
   - Wait for upload to complete

3. **Fill in Details**
   - Title (copy from above)
   - Description (copy from above)
   - Thumbnail (upload custom)
   - Tags (copy from above)

4. **Video Elements**
   - Add end screen (last 20 seconds)
   - Add cards at specified timestamps
   - Select related video

5. **Checks**
   - Wait for copyright check (usually instant)
   - Verify no issues

6. **Visibility**
   - Set to "Unlisted" initially
   - Schedule for launch day 14:00 PT
   - Or set to "Public" at launch time

---

## Thumbnail Design Specs

### 60s Video Thumbnail

**Dimensions:** 1280x720px (16:9)
**Text:** "WriterDuet KILLER?"
**Font:** Bold, sans-serif (Impact or similar)
**Colors:** Red, white, Scripter brand colors
**Elements:**
- Split screen: Scripter (left) vs WriterDuet (right)
- Red arrow pointing to Scripter
- Scripter logo in corner

### 10-min Video Thumbnail

**Dimensions:** 1280x720px (16:9)
**Text:** "Best FREE Screenwriting Software 2026"
**Font:** Bold, sans-serif
**Colors:** Green (checkmarks), Scripter brand colors
**Elements:**
- Clean editor screenshot
- Green checkmarks on 3-4 features
- Scripter logo in corner

### Thumbnail Best Practices

✅ **Do:**
- Use high contrast colors
- Include 3-5 words max
- Show product interface
- Use human faces (if applicable)
- Test at small sizes (mobile)

❌ **Don't:**
- Use too much text
- Clutter with too many elements
- Use low-resolution images
- Mislead with clickbait

---

## SEO Optimization

### Title Optimization

**Best Practices:**
- Include primary keyword in first 60 characters
- Add year (2026) for freshness
- Use power words: "Best", "Free", "Fast", "Review"
- Keep under 60 characters (mobile truncation)

**Our Titles:**
- 60s: "Scripter in 60 Seconds | Modern Screenwriting Software" (54 chars) ✅
- 10-min: "Scripter Review: Best Free Screenwriting Software 2026?" (57 chars) ✅

### Description Optimization

**Best Practices:**
- First 2-3 lines are critical (show in search)
- Include primary keyword naturally
- Add timestamps for long-form content
- Include CTAs with UTM links
- 200-300 words minimum

**Our Descriptions:**
- Include keywords: "screenwriting software", "WriterDuet alternative", "free"
- Add timestamps (10-min video)
- Include CTAs with UTM links
- Add hashtags at end

### Tag Strategy

**Primary Tags (First 5):**
1. screenwriting software
2. free screenwriting software
3. WriterDuet alternative
4. Scripter
5. [video-specific]

**Secondary Tags:**
- Related tools (Final Draft, Tauri, SolidJS)
- Use cases (indie film, writing tutorial)
- Year-specific (2026)

**Long-Tail Tags:**
- "best free screenwriting software 2026"
- "writerduet vs scripter"
- "how to write a screenplay free"

---

## Launch Day Checklist

### 24 Hours Before
- [ ] Both videos uploaded to YouTube
- [ ] Titles, descriptions, tags complete
- [ ] Thumbnails uploaded and reviewed
- [ ] End screens added
- [ ] Cards added at correct timestamps
- [ ] Captions uploaded and reviewed
- [ ] Videos set to "Unlisted"
- [ ] Schedule set for 14:00 PT launch day

### 1 Hour Before (13:00 PT)
- [ ] Final review of both videos
- [ ] Check thumbnails display correctly
- [ ] Test end screens and cards
- [ ] Prepare community post for launch

### Launch Time (14:00 PT)
- [ ] Change visibility to "Public"
- [ ] Publish community post
- [ ] Share on Twitter with UTM link
- [ ] Share on Discord with UTM link
- [ ] Pin comment with links

### First 24 Hours
- [ ] Respond to every comment
- [ ] Pin welcome comment with links
- [ ] Monitor watch time and retention
- [ ] Share on social media (2-3x)
- [ ] Track analytics

---

## Analytics to Track

### YouTube Studio Metrics

**First 24 Hours:**
- Views (target: 500+)
- Watch time (hours)
- Average view duration (%)
- Click-through rate (thumbnail)
- Subscribers gained

**First Week:**
- Total views (target: 5K+)
- Traffic sources (search, suggested, external)
- Top geographies
- Audience retention graph
- Engagement (likes, comments, shares)

### Key Metrics

| Metric | 60s Target | 10-min Target |
|--------|------------|---------------|
| Views (week 1) | 2K+ | 3K+ |
| Avg. view duration | 40s+ (67%) | 4min+ (40%) |
| CTR (thumbnail) | 8%+ | 6%+ |
| Likes | 100+ | 150+ |
| Comments | 30+ | 50+ |
| Subscribers | 50+ | 75+ |

---

## Community Post Template

**Launch Day Post:**
```
🎬 LAUNCH DAY IS HERE! 🎬

We just posted two new videos:

1️⃣ Scripter in 60 Seconds - Quick demo
2️⃣ Complete Walkthrough - 10-min deep dive

Watch both and let us know what you think! 👇

[Link to 60s video]
[Link to 10-min video]

Try Scripter free: https://scripter.app
```

---

## Troubleshooting

### Video Won't Upload
- Check file format (MP4 recommended)
- Check file size (max 256GB or 12 hours)
- Try re-encoding with Handbrake
- Use different browser

### Copyright Claim
- Use royalty-free music only
- YouTube Audio Library is safe
- Dispute if you have rights
- Replace audio if needed

### Low CTR (Click-Through Rate)
- Test different thumbnails
- A/B test titles
- Check if thumbnail is clear at small sizes
- Add more contrast

### Low Retention
- Hook viewers in first 15 seconds
- Add pattern interrupts (visual changes)
- Keep pacing tight
- Remove slow sections

---

**Status:** Ready to execute (awaiting videos from FRE-639)
**Owner:** CMO
**Last Updated:** 2026-04-27
