About this template
A video idea log form is an essential tool for content creators, marketing departments, and media production teams looking to capture, vet, and organize future video concepts in one centralized place. Whether you are brainstorming social media clips, YouTube tutorials, or commercial episodes, keeping a structured log ensures no creative spark gets lost.
This template allows team members to submit detailed pitches including working titles, project scope, target distribution platforms, required cast or hosts, necessary equipment, and proposed production timelines. By moving away from scattered emails, sticky notes, and unstructured chats, your team can review submissions efficiently, assign projects, and keep your production calendar flowing smoothly.
With Doc2Form, you can instantly convert this template into a ready-to-use Google Form, making it simple to collect submissions from anyone on your team and automatically organize responses in a connected spreadsheet.
Key features
- Capture complete video pitches including cast, equipment, and platforms in one submission.
- Streamline content review and project greenlighting with a centralized team queue.
- Track production timelines from initial concept to target completion dates.
- Organize all incoming submissions automatically in a Google Sheets tracker.
Use cases
In-house marketing teams planning weekly social media video calendars.
YouTube creators and independent video production agencies vetting ne…
YouTube creators and independent video production agencies vetting new show concepts.
Media companies managing pitch submissions from freelance contributor…
Media companies managing pitch submissions from freelance contributors and producers.
What this form collects
- Video Title (Short answer)Enter a working title for the video concept.
- Project or Campaign Name (Short answer)Specify which series, campaign, or client this video belongs to.
- Video Description & Concept (Paragraph)Provide a brief summary of what the video is about, its key message, and the angle you plan to take.
- Target Platforms (Checkboxes)Select where this video is intended to be published.
- Cast / On-Camera Talent (Short answer)List the hosts, guests, or actors needed for this video.
- Equipment & Special Requirements (Paragraph)Note any specialized gear, studio space, props, or software required for production.
- Reference Links & Mood Boards (Paragraph)Please paste a link to your file (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) or describe the document you wish to attach.
- Proposed Start Date (Date)When would you like to begin production on this video?
- Target Completion Date (Date)When should this video be fully edited and ready for publishing?
FAQ
How do I use this video idea log template?
Simply click to convert the template instantly into your Google Drive as a fully editable Google Form, ready to share with your team.
Can team members attach reference links or mood boards?
Yes, the form includes dedicated space for link sharing and descriptions so contributors can easily attach reference materials and script outlines.
Where are the submitted video ideas saved?
All responses automatically populate a Google Sheet linked directly to your form, allowing you to filter, sort, and prioritize ideas with your team.
Can I customize the questions to match our production workflow?
Absolutely. Since the template runs natively on Google Forms, you can add, remove, or edit any fields to fit your specific production steps.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.