The template
Turn a verified release note into a visual explanation of what changed and where to find it.
Use this scene sequence as an editable outline. Replace sample wording with verified details; the sequence is a planning aid, not a fixed duration or a platform specification.
| Beat | On screen | Narration | Review check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Release window | Show the version or dates covered. | Tell viewers what release this is. | Are dates and version correct? |
| 2. Change one | Show the first selected user-visible update. | Explain what changed for the user. | Has it shipped to this audience? |
| 3. Change two | Show a related improvement if needed. | Group by workflow, not code area. | Does it belong in the same story? |
| 4. Fix or limitation | Show an approved fix or note. | State known limits carefully. | Is security disclosure approved? |
| 5. Full notes | Show where to read the full release. | Link to detailed notes and help. | Does the link point to this release? |
How to fill it in
- Hook: state the viewer's problem or the outcome they want.
- Context: show only the setup the viewer needs to understand the workflow.
- Main action: focus on one or two meaningful product steps.
- Outcome: show what changed, using only claims you can support.
- Next step: give viewers one specific action to take.
Customize it for your audience
Select changes by audience impact and group them around user tasks, not engineering ownership. For each item, confirm release status, affected plans, rollout timing and any migration or action required. A short video may cover only the most consequential changes; link to the full written notes for fixes and detail that do not need demonstration. Avoid showing security-sensitive information or internal implementation details without approval. Keep the release date or version visible, and preserve an editable source list so a later correction can be made without reconstructing the full release story.
Prepare the final handoff
Attach the release identifier, publication date and links to the complete notes. Keep a copy of the selected changes and their release-owner approval so corrections are traceable. When a staged rollout reaches more accounts, verify that the video still describes the same behavior and access limits.
Production and approval checklist
Before recording or animation, confirm the viewer, destination, desired next action and product version. Replace every illustrative name, number and screen with approved material, or label it as sample content. Check that each scene advances the story and that voiceover fits the time available on screen. Review the draft once for product accuracy, once for audience comprehension and once for permissions, accessibility and destination requirements. Make the final reviewer and approval date explicit; recheck volatile facts such as pricing, availability, release status, event details and platform rules just before publishing. Keep the script, source assets and approved export together so an update can be made without guessing which version is current.
Who it serves
Current users need the changes that affect their work, not a read-through of every changelog line. Choose a release window and group updates by workflow.
Evidence and review
Check each item against the shipped release. Confirm staged access, plan availability and disclosure timing with the release owner.
Do not show planned items as shipped or expose security-sensitive fixes before disclosure is approved. Avoid implying that all known issues were resolved.
A worked example
Illustrative scenario, not a customer story: Choose one release, group related changes, then show where each user-visible change appears. Exclude internal fixes that do not affect the audience and label staged rollouts accurately.
Make it automatically
DemoVexa can use your product code and project context to draft a brief, script, and scene plan. Review every screen, claim, permission, and recording before publishing.
Frequently asked questions
How many release notes should one video include?
Choose the few changes that matter to one audience or workflow. Make separate clips for unrelated roles and link to the full written release notes.
Should bug fixes appear in an update video?
Include a fix when users will notice a concrete change and the release owner approves the explanation. Avoid disclosing vulnerability details prematurely.
Can I use this template for free?
Yes. The outline is page content you can copy without an account. Adapt it to your product, check the destination's current requirements, and verify every claim, date, permission and third-party asset before publication.
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