Content Creation - Validations

Content Brief Checklist

Id

content-brief-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Complete before generating any content

Items

• Target audience defined
• Content goal/purpose clear
• Platform and format specified
• Brand guidelines documented
• Required aspect ratios known
• Tone/voice defined
• Deadline and volume requirements set
• Approval workflow established

Image Generation Setup

Id

image-generation-setup

Type

checklist

Description

Before starting image generation project

Items

• Tool selected based on use case
• Reference images collected
• Style direction documented
• Prompt templates prepared
• Color palette defined (if brand)
• Output formats specified (PNG, JPG, etc.)
• Resolution requirements known
• Budget/credit allocation set

Video Generation Setup

Id

video-generation-setup

Type

checklist

Description

Before starting AI video project

Items

• Storyboard or shot list created
• Source images prepared (for img2vid)
• Duration requirements defined
• Audio/music needs identified
• Credit budget calculated
• Quality threshold defined
• Export format requirements known
• Platform specs confirmed (aspect ratio, length)

Voice Generation Setup

Id

voice-generation-setup

Type

checklist

Description

Before creating AI voiceovers

Items

• Script finalized and proofread
• Voice style selected
• Pronunciation guide for names/terms
• Pacing requirements defined
• Output format specified (MP3, WAV)
• Consent documented (if cloning)
• Language/accent confirmed
• Background music coordination planned

Image Quality Check

Id

image-quality-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before using generated images

Items

• No obvious artifacts or distortions
• Text renders correctly (if any)
• Hands/fingers look natural
• Faces have correct features
• Colors match brand guidelines
• Resolution sufficient for use case
• Composition works for final layout
• No unintended watermarks or signatures

Video Quality Check

Id

video-quality-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before using generated video

Items

• Motion is smooth and natural
• No morphing artifacts
• Physics look believable
• Character consistency maintained
• No unintended object changes
• Audio syncs properly (if avatar)
• Transitions are smooth
• Final export quality acceptable

Writing Quality Check

Id

writing-quality-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before publishing AI-assisted writing

Items

• All facts verified independently
• All citations checked for existence
• Quotes attributed correctly
• No obvious AI-isms remaining
• Brand voice consistent throughout
• Grammar and spelling checked
• Logical flow makes sense
• Human examples/anecdotes added
• Call-to-action clear
• SEO requirements met

Audio Quality Check

Id

audio-quality-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before using generated audio

Items

• Pronunciation is correct
• Pacing sounds natural
• No robotic artifacts
• Emphasis on right words
• Volume levels consistent
• No background noise
• Emotion/tone appropriate
• Syncs with video (if applicable)

Legal Compliance Check

Id

legal-compliance-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before commercial use of AI content

Items

• Platform ToS allows commercial use
• No artist names in prompts (or verified allowed)
• Voice cloning consent documented
• No copyrighted material in inputs
• Trademark concerns reviewed
• Disclosure requirements met (if applicable)
• Data privacy considered for inputs
• Output ownership documented

Brand Compliance Check

Id

brand-compliance-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before publishing brand content

Items

• Colors match brand palette
• Typography consistent with brand
• Tone matches brand voice
• Imagery style fits brand guidelines
• Logo usage correct (if included)
• Messaging aligns with brand values
• No off-brand elements
• Approval from brand owner obtained

Platform Specs Check

Id

platform-specs-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Before posting to specific platforms

Items

• Aspect ratio correct for platform
• File size within limits
• Duration within limits (video)
• Resolution sufficient
• Format supported
• Caption/alt text prepared
• Hashtags/keywords ready
• Link/CTA configured

Prompt Quality Patterns

Id

prompt-quality-check

Type

pattern

Severity

warning

Description

Check prompts for common issues

Checks

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##### **Issue**

Prompt too long ##### Pattern prompt with more than 100 words ##### Fix Focus on 2-3 key concepts, under 60 words

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##### **Issue**

Conflicting concepts ##### Examples - minimal and detailed - simple and complex - dark and bright ##### Fix Remove contradictions, pick one direction

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##### **Issue**

Missing key parameters ##### Required For Midjourney - --ar - --style or --v ##### Required For Dalle - size specification ##### Fix Always specify aspect ratio and style

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##### **Issue**

Using banned/blocked terms ##### Note Each platform has different content policies ##### Fix Review platform guidelines before prompting

Iteration Workflow Check

Id

iteration-workflow

Type

checklist

Description

Verify proper iteration process

Items

• Generated at least 4 variations
• Selected best option objectively
• Documented winning prompt
• Refined based on feedback
• Final version meets brief requirements
• Backup options saved

Asset Organization Check

Id

asset-organization-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Verify AI assets are properly organized

Items

• Files named descriptively
• Prompts saved with outputs
• Versions numbered/dated
• Original and edited versions separate
• Platform-specific exports organized
• Unused variations archived or deleted
• Final approved versions marked
• Backup copies stored

Prompt Library Maintenance

Id

prompt-library-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

Keep prompt templates organized

Items

• Working prompts documented
• Categorized by use case
• Include parameter notes
• Success rate noted
• Failed prompts documented with why
• Updated with new learnings
• Shared with team (if applicable)
• Version controlled

Batch Content Production

Id

batch-production-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

When creating content in bulk

Items

• Content calendar/plan defined
• Templates prepared for each content type
• Consistent parameters across batch
• Quality check process defined
• Production tracking system in place
• Review/approval queue organized
• Publication schedule mapped
• Analytics tracking prepared

Content Repurposing Check

Id

content-repurposing-checklist

Type

checklist

Description

When adapting content across formats

Items

• Source content quality verified
• Target format requirements known
• Platform-specific adaptations planned
• Aspect ratios mapped out
• Message consistency maintained
• CTAs updated for each platform
• Tracking links updated
• Publication timing coordinated