By JediChristensen 

Sat, Feb 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST • 5 min read

Creative brief for “Electric Summer” promotional trailer

This creative brief outlines the key elements of the promotional trailer for the light novel Electric Summer. The trailer is designed to captivate potential readers and generate excitement for the story.

Topic

The video is a 78-second promotional trailer for Electric Summer, a light novel that blends sci-fi, mystery, and thriller elements. It features key characters — Nick Brandt, Judy Dusza, Scott, Dr. Alexander Volkov, Brady Thompson, and Theo Dior — and pivotal moments from the story. The visuals include electric sparks, glitch effects, neon lights, and a cyber-punk aesthetic, all set against a tense electronic/orchestral score. The trailer teases a narrative of transformation, danger, and hidden truths within an electrified amusement park setting.

Objectives

The primary objective of the trailer is to generate interest and excitement for Electric Summer. Specific goals include:

Introducing the main characters:

• Highlighting Nick’s resolve, Judy’s vulnerability, Scott’s desperation, Volkov’s menace, Brady’s control, and Theo’s determination.

Hinting at the central conflict:

• Suggesting a high-stakes game involving disappearance, control, and a sinister force within the park.

Showcasing unique visual and atmospheric elements:

• Featuring electric sparks, neon lights, glitch transitions, and a cyber-punk aesthetic that reflects the novel’s tone.

Encouraging further engagement:

• Driving curiosity about the light novel’s release and availability on WrittingFantisy.com.

Audience

The target audience for this trailer includes:

Young adult readers (Ages 16-25):

• Particularly those who enjoy sci-fi, fantasy, and mystery genres.

Fans of light novels and visual storytelling:

• Readers who are drawn to dynamic, character-driven narratives.

Enthusiasts of complex characters and immersive Worlds:

• Individuals who appreciate layered personalities and richly built settings.

Viewers attracted to visually striking narratives:

• Those captivated by electric blue and neon visuals paired with tension-filled soundscapes.

Execution note

The trailer will bring these elements to life through a carefully crafted script, striking visuals, and immersive sound design. This approach ensures that the trailer reflects the novel’s tone and resonates with the target audience’s interests.

ELECTRIC SUMMER – light novel promotional trailer script

Opening sequence

[WrittingFantisy logo materializes from electric sparks, glowing neon blue] TEXT OVERLAY: “WrittingFantisy presents…” (Logo dissolves into darkness. A single neon spark flickers. The hum of electricity grows louder.)

Main trailer

TEXT ON SCREEN: “That summer… everything changed.”

(Cut to a still of Nick Brandt, standing in a dimly lit amusement park, looking up at the neon lights, his reflection shimmering in a puddle beneath him.)

(A still of Judy Dusza, smiling softly under the glow of carnival lights. Cut to her reaching out her hand — hesitation in her eyes.) JUDY (soft, almost whispering): “Nick… promise me we’ll get out of this.”

(Music swells — slight distortion. Cut to a still of Scott, looking determined, but his figure begins to blur — his body flickering with pixels.) SCOTT (fading, desperate): “I don’t want to disappear… Nick!”

(Glitch. Sudden cut to darkness. A heartbeat echoes. Then—pop!—a flash of blue lightning illuminates the silhouette of Dr. Alexander Volkov.) VOLKOV (cold, calculating): “You still don’t understand, do you? This park.. this dream… these lives… are mine.”

(A still of Brady Thompson, arms crossed, watching from a control room as security feeds flicker with static.) BRADY (grinning, ominous): “If you play by my rules, kid… you might survive the night.”

(Rapid stills: Theo Dior flipping open his detective badge — his intense gaze scanning a crime scene. A red ribbon fluttered to the ground. The reflection of a sinister mechanical eye in a puddle.) THEO (low, determined): “There’s something far worse happening here.”

(The music intensifies. Cut to Nick, gripping a futuristic weapon crackling with energy — his eyes burning with resolve.) NICK (breathing heavily, then steady): “If this is a game… then I’ll be the one to end it!”

(Final montage: Stills of Judy running through a dark corridor, Scott trapped inside an AI interface, Volkov laughing in his lab, Theo chasing a shadowy figure, and finally — Nick standing under a stormy sky, lightning surging around him.)

Climax and Branding

TEXT ON SCREEN: “The truth is buried in the electric storm…” (The screen glitches — static fills the screen before cutting it to black.)

NARRATOR (final words, chilling whisper): “Electric Summer — coming soon.”

(One last spark of neon blue light transforms into the WrittingFantisy logo)

Final Cards

[Screen splits into three panels]

• Left Panel: “Available on WrittingFantisy.com”
• Center Panel: “Electric Summer – Volume 1”
• Right Panel: “Begin the adventure”

(Social media handles appear beneath) TEXT: “Follow the beat: @WrittingFantisy.”

Technical Notes:

• Duration: 78 seconds
• Music Style: Electronic/orchestral hybrid, building tension
• Visual Effects:
• Electric particle effects throughout
• Glitch transitions between scenes
• Digital distortion effects
• Lightning flash transitions
• Color Palette:
• Primary: Electric blue, deep purple
• Accent: Neon pink, stark white
• Background: Deep blacks, midnight blues
• Typography:
• Main Title: Custom cyber-punk style
• WrittingFantisy branding: Clean, modern sans-serif
• Character quotes: Dynamic, animated appearance

Cover song rough draft

Here is the cover song that was made by me JediChristensen Tag! Your it! for this series. This is only the rough draft and is not the finalized product that will be used and sold in the finalized album for Electric Summer along with the book release of future chapters.