30 AI Reel ideas by industry
The hard part with a client isn't making the Reel. It's knowing what to say this week. Here are 30 ideas by industry, each with its hook (the first 2 seconds, the part that stops the scroll) and its call to action.
Each idea runs 15 seconds or less, about 40 words. O: the cloned owner, with a signed release. A: a stock AI actor. And on every Reel, an "AI-generated" disclosure (see the rules).
Restaurant
- 1. Today's special (O, 10 s). "I saved you a plate." → "Order by 11 a.m. Link in bio."
- 2. Holiday hours (A, 8 s). "Yes, we're open Thanksgiving Eve." → "Book your table now."
- 3. Why it costs more (O, 15 s). "Here's why our burger costs $2 more." Local ranch, dry-aged beef. → "Come taste the difference."
Bakery
- 4. Weekend drop (O, 8 s). "Saturday, only 40 of these." → "DM us to reserve one."
- 5. Pie vote (A, 12 s). "Pumpkin or pecan? Vote." → "Comment below and preorder by Wednesday."
- 6. Closed for vacation (O, 6 s). "We're closing for 10 days, but first, thank you." → "See you on [date]."
Salon and spa
- 7. Last-minute opening (O, 6 s). "A spot just opened Thursday at 2." → "First reply gets it."
- 8. The 10-second tip (O, 12 s). "The mistake everyone makes when washing their hair." → "Save this for your next shower."
- 9. Back-to-school deal (A, 10 s). "Color and cut at this price, through the 30th." → "Book online." No before-and-afters: the AI never shows treatment results.
Real estate
- 10. Just listed (O, 15 s). "Two bedrooms, a balcony, five minutes from the station." Over real photos of the home, never AI interiors, and Fair Housing compliant. → "Open house Saturday. DM me."
- 11. Common question (O, 12 s). "Should you sell before you buy?" → "Free home valuation. Link in bio."
- 12. Sold in X days (A, 8 s). "Sold in 12 days. Here's how." The number has to be real. → "Thinking of selling? Let's talk."
Coach
- 13. Myth of the day (O, 12 s). "No, you don't need to train every day." → "Follow for this week's plan."
- 14. Spots left (O, 8 s). "Three spots left for the March workshop." → "Sign up. Link in bio."
- 15. One question (A, 10 s). "If you could keep only one habit..." → "Tell me in the comments."
Home services and contractors
- 16. Openings (O, 8 s). "I can still take two jobs in April." Some states, like California and Florida, require your license number in ads. → "Free estimate. Call [number]."
- 17. The costly mistake (O, 15 s). "Don't patch this crack yourself." → "Send me a photo and I'll tell you."
- 18. Rebates (A, 12 s). "Your utility might help pay for new insulation." Name the current program, promise no amount. → "We'll check if you qualify."
Local retail
- 19. New arrivals (O, 8 s). "Just in, and we won't restock." → "Stop by before Saturday."
- 20. Gift ideas (A, 10 s). "Three gifts under $30." → "Free gift wrap in store."
- 21. Black Friday (O, 6 s). "Doors open Friday at 7 a.m." → "First come, first served."
E-commerce
- 22. Hook test (A, 5 s, 3 versions). "Do you keep losing your earbuds too?" Three opening lines to test the ad. → "10% off with code [CODE]."
- 23. Shipping FAQ (O, 10 s). "We ship in 48 hours, even on Sundays." → "Order by midnight."
- 24. Founder story (O, 15 s). "I started this brand because..." → "Shop the collection. Link in bio."
B2B and SaaS
- 25. Feature launch (O, 12 s). "New: one-click export." → "Try it. Link in comments."
- 26. Stat of the month (A, 10 s). "[X]% of small businesses still do this by hand." Source on screen. → "Download the report."
- 27. Webinar invite (O, 8 s). "Thursday, 11 a.m., 30 minutes, zero slides." → "Register at the link."
Health and wellness
No promises of results, no disease claims, no fake patient testimonials, no before-and-afters. A licensed professional approves every script personally.
- 28. Practical info (O, 8 s). "We're now open Saturday mornings." → "Book on [platform]." The safest format.
- 29. Desk stretch (O, 12 s, non-medical wellness practitioner only). "Thirty seconds to loosen up your shoulders at your desk." On screen: "Not medical advice." → "Save this."
- 30. Meet the team (A or O, 10 s). "Have you met Julie yet?" → "Book with her." If Julie is cloned, she signs her own release.
One idea a week, one loyal client
Pick three ideas per client and pitch them as a monthly package: they see the plan, you know what you're producing. Pricing and margin: how to sell AI Reels to your clients. Owner or actor: which one to pick.