Brief Madison
How to communicate effectively with Madison using natural language briefs instead of complex prompts.
⏱ 5 min readWhat you will learn: How to communicate effectively with Madison using natural language briefs instead of complex prompts.
Time required: 2 to 5 minutes per brief
Key principle: Talk to Madison like you would brief a creative director at an agency
Start a New Conversation
⏱ ~30 secondsFrom your dashboard, click "Chat with Madison" or "New Project". You will see a chat interface where you can type your brief. Madison is ready to listen and will ask clarifying questions if needed.
State Your Objective
⏱ ~30 secondsBegin by telling Madison what you want to achieve. What is the goal of this creative? What action do you want viewers to take? Be specific about the purpose: awareness, consideration, conversion, or engagement.
Describe Your Audience
⏱ ~1 minuteTell Madison who you are trying to reach. Include demographics, interests, pain points, and what motivates them. The more Madison knows about your audience, the better she can tailor the creative.
Specify the Format and Platform
⏱ ~30 secondsTell Madison where this creative will run and what format you need. Different platforms have different best practices, and Madison will optimize accordingly.
Include Key Messages and Requirements
⏱ ~1 minuteWhat must be included? Mention specific products, offers, deadlines, or required text. Also mention anything that must be avoided or any restrictions.
Answer Madison's Questions
⏱ ~2 minutesMadison may ask clarifying questions to ensure she creates exactly what you need. Answer these questions to refine the brief. This back and forth is normal and helps produce better results.
Example Conversation
Madison: "Great brief! A few questions: Do you want to show people enjoying the coffee or focus on the product itself? Should I include any specific scenes like morning routines or outdoor settings? Do you have a preference for music style?"
You: "Show both the product and people enjoying it. Include a quick morning routine scene. Music should be upbeat acoustic, nothing too electronic."
Review and Request Changes
⏱ ~3 minutesOnce Madison presents options, review them and provide feedback. Be specific about what you like and what needs to change. Madison can iterate quickly based on your direction.
Good Feedback Examples
- "I love option 2 but make the headline bigger and use a warmer background color."
- "The pacing is too slow in the middle section. Speed it up and add more energy."
- "Perfect! Just change the CTA from 'Shop Now' to 'Get 20% Off'."
⚠️ What to Avoid
Do not write prompts like you would for basic AI tools. Avoid technical jargon like "4k resolution, cinematic lighting, rule of thirds composition". Madison understands creative intent, so just describe what you want the outcome to feel like and achieve.
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