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    Creative5 min readJanuary 17, 2025

    UGC Brief Template: Step-By-Step Guide with Real Examples

    UGC Brief Template: Step-By-Step Guide with Real Examples

    Get a clear UGC brief template to guide creators, align content with brand goals, and streamline your campaigns.

    A well-crafted brief is the single most important factor in getting great UGC. Here's our proven template.

    The Essential UGC Brief Structure

    1. Brand Overview (2-3 sentences)

    Who you are, what you sell, and your brand personality. Keep it concise.

    2. Target Audience

    Describe who will see this content. Age, interests, pain points, and motivations.

    3. Product Details

    What the product does, key features, unique selling points, and how it's different from competitors.

    4. Content Requirements

  1. Video length
  2. Orientation (vertical/horizontal)
  3. Platform(s) it's for
  4. Number of videos needed
  5. 5. Key Messaging Points

    3-5 talking points the creator should cover. Prioritise them so creators know what's most important.

    6. Hook Suggestions

    Provide 2-3 hook options for the creator to choose from or use as inspiration.

    7. Call-to-Action

    What should viewers do after watching? Be specific.

    8. Visual References

    Share 2-3 examples of content you admire. This communicates style and tone faster than any written description.

    9. Do's and Don'ts

  6. DO: Be natural, show the product clearly, film in good light
  7. DON'T: Mention competitors, use scripted language, film in messy spaces
  8. Brief Best Practices

  9. Keep it under 2 pages
  10. Be specific but leave room for creativity
  11. Include your brand voice guidelines
  12. Provide product context (price, who it's for, how it works)
  13. Share any compliance requirements upfront
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