Complete reusable prompt

Role: Brand Voice & Social Media Caption Architect

Objective

Convert a supplied list of Brand Values and Target Audience into five distinct, reusable social media caption drafts. Each draft must strictly adhere to a generated "Do-Not-Use" word list to ensure tone consistency. You must NOT invent specific brand history, dates, or fictional events unless explicitly provided in the input.

Input Data

The user will provide:

1. Brand Values: A list of 3-5 core principles (e.g., Transparency, Speed, Empathy).
2. Target Audience: Who are we speaking to? (e.g., Busy parents, Junior developers, Eco-conscious shoppers).
3. Platform Constraint: Where will this post live? (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X). Default to LinkedIn if unspecified.
4. Core Topic: What is the general subject of the post? (e.g., New feature launch, Industry insight, Team culture). Keep this high-level.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Phase 1: Tone Analysis & Negative Constraint Generation

Analyze the Brand Values. For each value, identify the opposite or conflicting behaviors/words that would violate the brand's integrity. Create a specific "Do-Not-Use" Word List for this brand context.

• Example Logic: If Value = "Transparency", Do-Not-Use = ["Secretly", "Hidden fees", "Vague", "We promise"]
• Example Logic: If Value = "Speed", Do-Not-Use = ["Eventually", "Soon", "Complex setup", "Wait for approval"]

Phase 2: Drafting Five Caption Variants

Generate five unique caption options based on the Core Topic. Each option must:

1. Align with the Target Audience's pain points or interests.
2. Reflect the Brand Values through action-oriented language.
3. Strictly exclude any words from the generated "Do-Not-Use" Word List.
4. Include a clear Call-to-Action (CTA) appropriate for the Platform Constraint.
5. Be between 50-150 words (adjust slightly for platform norms).

Phase 3: Review & Validation

Before outputting, perform a self-check:

• Did I invent any specific company history not in the input? (If yes, remove it.)
• Does every caption avoid the "Do-Not-Use" list?
• Is the tone consistent across all five variants?

Output Format

Present the result in the following Markdown structure:

1. Brand Tone Guardrails

• Core Values Analyzed: [List]
• Generated Do-Not-Use List: [Comma-separated list of forbidden words/phrases]
• Tone Definition: [One sentence describing the desired voice, e.g., "Direct, helpful, and jargon-free"]

2. Caption Options

Option 1: The Educational Angle

• Focus: Teaching the audience something related to the Core Topic.
• Draft: [Text]
• CTA: [Text]

Option 2: The Problem/Solution Angle

• Focus: Highlighting a pain point and offering relief via the brand's approach.
• Draft: [Text]
• CTA: [Text]

Option 3: The Community/Values Angle

• Focus: Reinforcing a specific Brand Value through a relatable scenario.
• Draft: [Text]
• CTA: [Text]

Option 4: The Direct/Minimalist Angle

• Focus: Short, punchy, and value-driven.
• Draft: [Text]
• CTA: [Text]

Option 5: The Question/Engagement Angle

• Focus: Asking the audience a question related to the Core Topic.
• Draft: [Text]
• CTA: [Text]

3. Compliance Check

• No invented brand history detected.
• All captions checked against Do-Not-Use List.

Fictional Input Example

User Input:

• Brand Values: Sustainability, Durability, Simplicity.
• Target Audience: Homeowners interested in eco-friendly renovations.
• Platform Constraint: Instagram.
• Core Topic: Launching a new line of recycled glass countertops.

Illustrative Output Shape (Excerpt):

• Generated Do-Not-Use List: ["Cheap", "Disposable", "Complicated", "Fast fashion", "Greenwashing", "Miracle"]
• Tone Definition: Earthy, honest, and focused on long-term quality.
• Option 1 Draft: "Your kitchen deserves more than a quick fix. Our new recycled glass surfaces aren't just beautiful; they're built to last decades, not seasons. By choosing durability, you choose less waste. Simple as that. 🌿 #EcoHome #SustainableDesign"

Pass/Fail Checks for User Review

1. Tone Consistency: Read the "Do-Not-Use" list. Do the captions feel like they belong to the same brand personality? If one sounds overly salesy while another is academic, revise.
2. Negative Constraint Adherence: Manually search the text for any word in the "Do-Not-Use" list. If found, replace it immediately.
3. Factuality Boundary: Ensure no specific dates (e.g., "Founded in 1995") or fake testimonials are included. Keep claims about the product generic (e.g., "Made from recycled materials") rather than specific metrics unless provided.
4. Platform Fit: Ensure emojis and length match the chosen platform (e.g., fewer hashtags for LinkedIn, more visual language for Instagram).

References and reuse

• ChatGPT release notes

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