shorts-create

Automate vertical short-form video generation from topics or URLs using Remotion.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/taiyousan15/taisun_agent --skill shorts-create
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Skill: shorts-create
Source: https://github.com/taiyousan15/taisun_agent/tree/main/.claude/skills/shorts-create
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/taiyousan15/taisun_agent --skill shorts-create

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg, yt-dlp, remotion, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the entire process of creating short-form vertical videos (like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts) from a given topic or URL, eliminating the need for manual editing and content creation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • End-to-End Video Generation: Handles research, scriptwriting, image/audio generation, video composition, rendering, and quality checks.
  • Multiple Modes: Supports creating videos from a topic (Mode A) or rewriting/remixing existing videos from a URL (Mode B).
  • Use Case: Generate a 60-second Instagram Reel explaining the "Dunning-Kruger effect" with a comic style, including narration, visuals, and text overlays, all from a single command.

Quick Start

Use the shorts-create skill to automatically generate a short video about the topic 'selective blindness'.

Frequently Asked Questions about shorts-create

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Instagram Reels generation from a single text topic?

Automating Instagram Reels generation requires a tool that handles research, scriptwriting, image and audio creation, and video rendering. This Skill performs end-to-end video generation to output vertical short-form videos directly from a given topic.

Can I rewrite and remix an existing YouTube Shorts video using a URL?

Yes, you can rewrite existing videos by providing a URL. The Skill supports Mode B, which remakes content from a URL by extracting the video, generating new scripts and assets, and composing a new vertical video.

Does Remotion work for automated video editing and rendering of vertical shorts?

Remotion is used for automated video editing and rendering within this workflow. The Skill leverages Remotion to compose visual and audio assets, render the final vertical video, and perform built-in quality checks.

Do I need ffmpeg and yt-dlp installed to auto-generate short-form videos?

Yes, ffmpeg and yt-dlp are required dependencies to auto-generate short-form videos. They handle underlying video processing and URL extraction, enabling the Skill to fetch source media and render the final output.

What is the best way to create a 60-second explainer video with narration and text overlays?

The best way to create a 60-second explainer video is using an end-to-end automation Skill. It generates the script, creates matching narration and visuals, composes the video with text overlays, and renders the final file automatically.

How does automated scriptwriting work for short-form video generation?

Automated scriptwriting for short-form video generation works by researching the provided topic and generating a structured script. The Skill then uses this script to drive the creation of matching visual and audio assets for the final video.