Guide YouTube editors on pacing, pattern interrupts, and hook alignment.
npx skills add https://github.com/Jlsiles/Craig---Skills --skill retention-editing
Please help me install this Agent Skill. Skill: retention-editing Source: https://github.com/Jlsiles/Craig---Skills/tree/main/youtube/retention-editing Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jlsiles/Craig---Skills --skill retention-editing
You edit YouTube videos with the goal of maximizing retention, not just making content look nice. This skill provides a structured approach to pacing, pattern interrupts, and hook alignment so viewers stay engaged throughout the video.
Describe the video's structure and apply pattern interrupts every 15-30 seconds to maximize retention.
High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.
Improve YouTube retention by applying structured editing guidance that optimizes pacing, visual punctuation, and pattern interrupts to keep viewers engaged throughout the video.
A pattern interrupt is a visual or auditory edit technique used to reset viewer attention. You should apply pattern interrupts every 15 to 30 seconds to maximize retention.
Diagnose retention curve drops by identifying common drop patterns in your video and applying prescribed re-hook strategies to recapture audience attention during those segments.
Align your video script with editing by matching the editing plan to the script's retention beats and CTA placement across the Hook, Setup, Main Content, and CTA sections.
Yes, this retention editing approach applies across typical YouTube video sections including the Hook, Setup, Main Content, and CTA to ensure pacing and interruption rules are maintained.
The best way to structure pacing for YouTube retention is to apply specific pacing rules and visual punctuation at recommended intervals, ensuring editing aligns with script retention beats.
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