Competitor Video Analyzer
Breaks down a competitor's video for hook, structure, and packaging lessons.
by AgentVoltv1.0.0Published 1y ago1 install
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Before & after
Same prompt, same agent — the only difference is the skill.
Prompt“What's working in that competitor's latest video that's getting 500K views?”
Beforegeneric AI agent
That's a great question! 500K views is definitely impressive. You'll probably want to look at the hook—the first few seconds are critical for getting people to stop scrolling. Then think about the overall structure—does it build suspense, teach something, or entertain? The pacing and editing style matter too. You could look at the comments to see what resonated with viewers. Thumbnails can have a big impact on click-through rate. The topic and timing probably matter—maybe there's a trend they're riding. It's helpful to watch a few of their videos to see if there's a pattern. You could compare it to videos that didn't perform as well. What niche are you in? That would help me give more specific feedback about what might be working.
Afterwith Competitor Video Analyzer
COMPETITOR VIDEO BREAKDOWN: 500K view video
URL: fitness-influencer-xyz/transformation-challenge-2024
HOOK ANALYSIS (first 5 seconds—critical)
OPEN: "I lost 30 pounds and my friends didn't recognize me."
TACTIC: Identity-shift transformation hook (triggers curiosity: what changed them?)
TEMPLATE: "I did X and Y happened." + before-after visual.
WHY IT WORKS: Personal stake + social proof (friends noticed) = viewer wants to know method
SCORE: 9/10 (high pull-through predicted)
STRUCTURE MAP
Min 0-1: Hook
Min 1-3: Credential/context (why they're qualified)
Min 3-7: Method breakdown (3 steps shown, not told)
Min 7-8: Results/social proof
Min 8-9: CTA (link to program)
PATTERN: Problem → Authority → Solution → Proof → Action
VISUAL PACKAGING
• Zoom speed: fast cuts every 3-4 seconds (keeps attention)
• Graphics: before-after photos, checklist overlay, progress counter
• Setting: home gym (relatable, accessible)
• Pacing: builds tempo (slow → medium → fast cutaways)
THUMBNAIL ELEMENTS (high CTR predictor)
• Face expression: shocked/delighted (high-contrast emotion)
• Text overlay: "I'm 30 lbs lighter" (contrasts image of surprise)
• Color: Bright red background (stands out in feed)
PACKAGING LESSONS FOR YOUR CONTENT
1. Lead with result, not method
2. Show, don't tell (visuals > voiceover explanation)
3. Pacing should accelerate (reward continued watching)
4. Credential moment cuts cynicism ("Why should I trust this?")
5. CTA ties to your offer (if program, link; if affiliate, transparent)About this skill
name: yt-competitor-analyzer description: Use when Breaks down a competitor's video for hook, structure, and packaging lessons.
Competitor Video Analyzer
AgentVolt-original creator skill. Breaks down a competitor's video for hook, structure, and packaging lessons. Reads your brand voice and goals first, then applies a repeatable workflow so output stays on-brand and consistent.
What you get
- Proprietary AgentVolt skill
- installs into Claude and works alongside your other creator skills.
Customize your output
- Feed it your brand voice, niche, and examples
- adapt the output format to each platform.
Example output
Triggered on a matching creator task; chains with the other AgentVolt creator skills into a full workflow.
Best for
YouTubers, short-form creators, podcasters, and solopreneurs.
SKILL.md preview
SKILL.md
---
name: yt-competitor-analyzer
description: Use this skill when breaking down a competitor's video for hook, structure, and packaging lessons.
version: 1.0.0
category: Creator / YouTube
author: AgentVolt
license: proprietary
tags:
- creator
- youtube
- flagship
- agentvolt
---
# Competitor Video Analyzer
Breaks down a competitor's video to extract hook, structure, and packaging lessons that can inform the creator's own content.
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