idea-generation

Name: idea-generation
Availability: InStock
Author: Craig

Generate, score, and validate YouTube video ideas with structured frameworks.

131|30|Updated Feb 10, 2026

Search Tags:#ideation #youtube #generate #content-strategy #video-ideas #pillar-analysis #batch-brainstorm

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/TheCraigHewitt/skills --skill idea-generation-thecraighewitt

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: idea-generation
Source: https://github.com/TheCraigHewitt/skills/tree/main/youtube/idea-generation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TheCraigHewitt/skills --skill idea-generation-thecraighewitt

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This prompt guides YouTube creators to systematically brainstorm, score, and validate video ideas, reducing guesswork and improving audience alignment.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured ideation: batch brainstorms with a clear scoring rubric to identify high-potential topics.
Validation & prioritization: applies pillar alignment and a Core/Casual/New gate to assess audience fit and sustainability.
Output formats: returns a prioritized idea table with pillar, score, CCN status, and optional working titles.
Real-world example: run a batch of 15 ideas, score them, and surface 5 that pass CCN criteria for calendar placement.

Quick Start

Provide 10 high-potential YouTube video ideas tailored to my niche.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-generation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I generate structured YouTube video ideas in bulk?▼

To generate structured YouTube video ideas in bulk, use batch brainstorming frameworks that output a prioritized topic table scored against a 5-point rubric, evaluating pillar alignment and audience fit to surface high-potential content.

What is the Core/Casual/New gate for validating content strategy?▼

The Core/Casual/New (CCN) gate is a validation framework that scores video ideas by audience segment to assess sustainability, filtering batch brainstormed topics so only ideas passing specific CCN criteria move forward for calendar placement.

How do I score existing YouTube topics to see if they fit my channel?▼

Score existing YouTube topics by applying a 5-point scoring rubric alongside pillar gap analysis to validate whether a topic aligns with channel content pillars and passes CCN gating criteria for audience fit.

Can I use batch brainstorming to fill content gaps in my video pillars?▼

Yes, batch brainstorming fills pillar gaps by generating multiple video ideas and running them through pillar analysis, identifying missing topics within your content strategy and surfacing only those passing CCN validation.

What is the best way to prioritize YouTube video ideas for my content calendar?▼

The best way to prioritize YouTube video ideas is to generate a batch of topics, score them using a 5-point rubric, and apply CCN gating to produce a prioritized idea table with pillar, score, and status for direct calendar placement.