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        "content": "## Write a Video Script and Shot List from a Brief\nTurn approved notes into a timed narration and shot list that an editor can review in Google Docs.\n\nRun **Run with sample data** first. **Setup** defaults to dry run and uses the sample fixture without contacting connected apps. Configure the accounts and destinations in README.md before switching modes.",
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