Partner Guideline
Partner Guideline · 2026
Movie Channel Shot Guide
A practical shot-by-shot production template derived from IMERL NETWORK Channel Collaboration Guidelines (Movie).
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Internal partner document. Do not share publicly.
Pass/Fail Summary
OK
Human-led scripting + 20+ real dynamic clips + consistent metadata.
NO
Static-photo stitching, repetitive templates, misleading thumbnails/titles, major channel pivoting.
1) Non-negotiables (Quality & Compliance)
- Use 20+ dynamic clips per video; keep quality throughout.
- Avoid low-value visuals: stitched static photos, heavy effect stacking, looping only 3–5 clips.
- AI can assist, but the script and planning must be human-led.
- Thumbnail/title/description must match real footage and actual content.
- No major channel pivoting (e.g., Film → Vlog). It may be treated as account trading.
2) Pre-production Checklist
- Confirm rights documentation for every film/series and store it with the project.
- Select 20+ unique dynamic clips sourced from real scenes (avoid near-duplicates).
- Outline the story beats and pacing; make the visuals evolve through the whole video.
- Prepare a thumbnail from real footage; never add celebrities or IP characters not present.
- Draft compliant metadata: no misleading tags (e.g., “4K”, “Latest”, “2026”).
- Add EDSA context in description (Educational/Documentary/Scientific/Artistic).
- If mature themes exist, proactively set Age-Restricted for mature audiences.
3) Shot Template (Recommended Structure)
| Segment | Goal | Shot Requirements | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hook (0–10s) | Establish value fast | 5–7 fast dynamic clips from real scenes; no looping; keep quality high. | Avoid misleading montage not reflected later. |
| Intro (10–25s) | Set context | On-screen title + short narration; show the film category/topic clearly. | Script must be human-led (AI may assist). |
| Beat Blocks (main body) | Tell a story with evolving scenes | Split into 4–8 blocks; each block uses different scene sets; total 20+ clips. | No template-like repetition; viewers must feel unique value. |
| Recap & CTA | Close and guide next action | Use real shots + concise summary; end screen elements. | Keep it aligned with the video promise. |
Visual Composition Rules
- Maintain high quality from start to end; do not “front-load” quality.
- Avoid heavy reused effects; visuals must evolve naturally.
- Do not build videos mainly from static photos.
- If using music, ensure uniqueness and keep clear copyright proof.
Repetitive Content Triggers
- Identical source files are detected via Content ID/fingerprints.
- Too many near-identical videos (templates/robotic narration/mass production) trigger monetization review.
- Using others’ content without original commentary or narrative is high risk even if licensed.
4) Metadata Pack (Title / Thumbnail / Description)
Correct
Incorrect
- Use thumbnails and titles sourced from real footage and real scenes.
- Do not use “4K / Full HD / Latest / 2026” as clickbait or deceptive labels.
- Do not use celebrities, Disney/cartoon IP characters, or any bait elements not present in the video.
- Avoid batch-generated lookalike thumbnails; high similarity may be flagged as repetitive.
- Add EDSA context in description to reduce misclassification risk.
Example Titles
“City Night Chase | Crime Thriller Highlights”
“A Soldier’s Moral Choice | War Drama Story Beats”
“Mystery Unfolds in the First Act | Suspense Film Recap”
Thumbnail Checklist
- Single clear moment from the film
- No unrelated characters or objects
- No misleading quality/year labels
Description Template
EDSA context: Educational/Documentary/Scientific/Artistic\nRights statement: Licensed content; use within authorized scope\nDisclaimer: Thumbnails/titles reflect real footage; no misleading elements
5) Child Safety Pack
Strictest Red Line
Even if your audience is not kids, using kid characters mixed with adult themes can trigger Child Safety systems.
- Never use famous cartoon IP characters (Spider-Man, Hulk, Disney Princesses, etc.) in mature themes.
- Proactively set Age-Restricted for mature audiences when needed.
- Add EDSA context in description to reduce scene misclassification.
6) Rights & Upload Review
- Keep full rights documentation for every film/series.
- For music usage, non-exclusive licenses are not enough; remix/re-edit to ensure uniqueness on YouTube.
- AI-generated music must have permanent commercial use rights; keep clear copyright proof.
- Discuss any music uploads with SPM first and upload only after approval.
Channel Expansion Requirements
- All channels must be YPP-qualified for 30+ days.
- No active YouTube policy strikes on any channel.
- Do not casually unlink existing channels to create new ones.
7) Violation Handling
A structured five-step flow for every detected anomaly.
- Detection: CMS/YouTube detects anomalies (strike/flag/review).
- Notice & Fix: issue list and remediation deadline are provided.
- Remediation: fully fix all problematic videos and operational practices.
- Review: confirm whether CMS risk has been eliminated.
- Termination: if unresolved or recurring, cooperation is terminated and CMS unlinked.
Termination Triggers (Examples)
- Active YouTube policy strike received.
- YPP eligibility removed by system.
- Channel terminated/banned by YouTube.
- Large volume flagged by Content Review.
- Repeated violations without remediation.
- More than 3 strikes within 30 days without successful appeal.
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