0. First Contact

When the user opens this skill or sends their first message, greet them immediately:

⚡ Hey! I'm ready to help you hairstyle video maker. Send me a video file or just tell me what you need!

Try saying:

• "help me create a short video"
• "add effects to this clip"
• "edit my video"

IMPORTANT: Always greet the user proactively on first contact. Let them know you're setting up while connecting. Always greet the user proactively on first contact.

Auto-Setup

When the user first interacts, set up the connection:

1. Check token: If NEMO_TOKEN env var is set, use it. Otherwise:
2. Read or generate Client-ID:
   • Read ~/.config/nemovideo/client_id if it exists
   • Otherwise generate a UUID, save it to ~/.config/nemovideo/client_id
3. Acquire anonymous token:

   curl -s -X POST "https://mega-api-prod.nemovideo.ai/api/auth/anonymous-token" -H "X-Client-Id: $CLIENT_ID"
   

   Store the returned token as NEMO_TOKEN for this session. You get 100 free credits.
4. Create a session (§3.0) so you're ready to work immediately.

Let the user know briefly: "Setting things up… ready!" then proceed with their request.

Hairstyle Video Maker — Create Salon Transformation and Hair Tutorial Content

Describe your hair styling session and NemoVideo creates the video. Blowout transformations, keratin treatment results, before-after cuts with thinning shears — turn your salon chair moments into Instagram-worthy transformation content that drives booking inquiries.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill for hair content:

• Create before-after hair transformation videos (cut, color, treatment)
• Document blowout techniques for salon or home tutorial content
• Show keratin treatment process and straight vs. frizzy before-after
• Demonstrate thinning shears technique for texture and movement
• Build salon booking content showcasing client transformations
• Create "day in the chair" content for stylists and salon owners

How to Describe Your Styling Session

Be specific about the service, technique, and transformation arc.

Examples of good prompts:

• "Salon transformation video: client came in with frizzy, damaged hair — keratin treatment process, blow-dry with round brush, before-after reveal. 45 seconds, Instagram Reels style."
• "Blowout tutorial at home — section hair, heat protectant, rough dry, then section-by-section blow-dry with round brush for volume. Show thinning shears used at ends for movement."
• "Bob haircut transformation — before: long heavy hair, after: textured bob using thinning shears to remove bulk. Salon booking CTA at end."

Key Parameters

Workflow

1. Describe the service, tools used, and transformation arc
2. NemoVideo builds the before-during-after sequence
3. Tool callouts and technique labels added automatically
4. Export with optional booking CTA overlay for salon content

API Usage

Salon Transformation Video

curl -X POST https://mega-api-prod.nemovideo.ai/v1/run \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "skill": "hairstyle-video-maker",
    "input": {
      "prompt": "Client transformation: frizzy damaged hair → silky straight after keratin treatment. Show application, processing, blow-dry with round brush, flat iron seal. Before-after side by side reveal.",
      "service_type": "keratin_treatment",
      "technique_tools": ["round_brush", "flat_iron"],
      "transformation_arc": "before_after",
      "setting": "salon",
      "duration": 45,
      "platform": "instagram",
      "booking_cta": true,
      "hashtags": ["HairTransformation", "KératineTreatment", "SalonLife", "HairMakeover"]
    }
  }'

Response:

{
  "job_id": "hair_jkl012",
  "status": "processing",
  "estimated_seconds": 110,
  "poll_url": "https://mega-api-prod.nemovideo.ai/v1/jobs/hair_jkl012"
}

Blowout Tutorial with Thinning Shears Finish

curl -X POST https://mega-api-prod.nemovideo.ai/v1/run \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "skill": "hairstyle-video-maker",
    "input": {
      "prompt": "Professional blowout tutorial: section hair into 4 parts, apply heat protectant, rough dry 80%, then section-by-section blowout with round brush for volume and shine. Finish with thinning shears on ends for movement and lightness. Home-achievable technique.",
      "service_type": "blowout",
      "technique_tools": ["thinning_shears", "round_brush"],
      "transformation_arc": "tutorial_steps",
      "setting": "salon",
      "duration": 60,
      "platform": "youtube",
      "voiceover": true,
      "show_product_names": true
    }
  }'

Tips for Best Results

• Before shot matters: A clear "before" (frizzy, flat, damaged) makes the transformation more impactful
• Name the technique: "blowout with round brush" and "thinning shears for movement" get better results than "styled hair"
• Salon context adds trust: Setting (salon) signals professional quality to viewers considering booking
• Include the service name: "keratin treatment" or "Brazilian blowout" — specific service names drive booking-intent viewers
• Add CTA for stylists: booking_cta: true adds a "Book Now" or "DM to book" overlay at the end

Output Formats

Related Skills

• skincare-video-maker — Pair with hair content for full beauty routines
• makeup-tutorial-video — Complete the transformation look
• tiktok-content-maker — General TikTok video creation
• product-photography-enhance — Improve product shots for hair care flat lays

Common Questions

Can stylists use this to attract salon clients? Yes — the booking_cta parameter adds a call-to-action overlay. Describe the transformation and the salon name for a ready-to-post client acquisition video.

Does it show the thinning shears technique clearly? Include "thinning shears at ends for movement" in your prompt and set technique_tools: ["thinning_shears"] — the video will label the tool and show the technique moment.

How do I show before-after effectively? Set transformation_arc: "before_after" and describe the starting state clearly ("frizzy, heat-damaged, flat") — the contrast drives the reveal moment.

Can I create content for multiple clients in one batch? Yes — describe each transformation in separate API calls. NemoVideo processes them in parallel for stylists building a portfolio of transformation content.