Carnegie Mellon University

Writing and Content Creation Prompts

Email Drafting for Formal Communication

Prompt: "Write a formal email draft to [Recipient's Position or Name] about [Subject of Email]. Include a polite greeting, clear purpose, main points in a concise way, and a closing statement. Use a respectful tone suitable for a professional context."


Blog Post Outline Creation

Prompt: "Create an outline for a blog post about {{ topic }}. The post should be engaging and informative, with sections including an introduction, main points, and a conclusion. Suggest ideas for each section, focusing on readability and interest for {{ target audience }}."


Social Media Caption Crafting

Prompt: "Write a catchy and engaging caption for a {{ social media platform }} post about {{ topic }}. The tone should be {{ tone, e.g., friendly, professional, humorous }} and should include {{ any specific hashtags or keywords }}."


Report Summary Generator

Prompt: "Summarize the main points of a report on {{ report topic }}. The summary should include key findings, conclusions, and any recommendations in a clear and concise manner, suitable for a general audience."


Academic Writing Assistance

Prompt: "Help me improve this academic paragraph by enhancing clarity, coherence, and formal tone. Here’s the text I’d like revised: {{ insert paragraph here }}. Make sure the revised paragraph flows well and adheres to academic style guidelines."