# TikTok Skit — Format

> Short comedy sketch on TikTok. 15-60s. Multiple characters often (one creator playing both).

## Format basics

- Length: 15-60 seconds
- Aspect: 9:16 vertical
- Comedy sketch structure
- Often single creator playing multiple characters
- Quick cuts between characters

## Structure

```
0-3s    SETUP
        Premise established quickly

3-30s   CONFLICT
        Characters clash
        Comedy beats

30-50s  ESCALATION
        Things get worse / more absurd

50-60s  PUNCHLINE
        Twist or final laugh
```

## Sample 45s TikTok skit

```
"When you order coffee in three different cities"

0-3s: SETUP
Text: "Ordering coffee in three different cities"
Quick cut compilation begins.

3-15s: BAKU
Creator as customer in Azerbaijani cafe.
"Mənə bir orta kapuçino lütfən."
Cut to creator as barista (different filter, hat):
"Burda otur, getirim. Şəkər neçə qaşıq?"
Creator (customer): "Bir."
Creator (barista): "İki yaxşıdır."
Creator (customer): "Bir."
Creator (barista): (gives two anyway, smiles)

15-30s: PARIS
Creator as customer:
"Bonjour, un cappuccino, s'il vous plait."
Creator as French barista:
(without looking up)
"Pas avant 11h. C'est interdit après le petit déjeuner."
Creator (customer):
"... what?"
Creator (barista):
(throws up hands, walks away)

30-45s: NEW YORK
Creator as customer:
"Hi, can I get a small cappuccino?"
Creator as American barista (apron, name tag):
"Sure! What's your name?"
Creator (customer): "Eldar."
Creator (barista, written wrong on cup):
(shows cup with "ALDOR" written on it)

45s: PUNCHLINE
Final shot: Creator as customer in own kitchen with French press.
Text: "Or just learn to make it yourself."
End on CTA.
```

## Key principles

### One creator multiple characters
Common technique:
- Different positioning in frame
- Different costumes/filters
- Quick cuts
- Voice changes

### Specific premise
"When you ___" or "POV: ___"

### Comedy escalation
Each beat raises absurdity.

### Cultural specificity
Local references = more shareable for that audience.

## Sub-types

### Recurring character skits
Same character across videos (creates fan engagement)

### "When you" skits
Premise of recognizable situation

### Trend-based skit
Skit using trending format/sound

### Series skits
Continuing storyline across videos

## When to use

- Comedy creator content
- Brand humor
- Cultural commentary
- Character-driven content
- Building audience

## Common mistakes

- Too long setup
- Missed punchline
- Generic characters
- Inside jokes that don't land
- Bad lighting (single creator productions)
- No pay-off

## Production tips for solo creator

- Tripod essential
- Same lighting throughout
- Color-correct between cuts
- Voice work matters
- Edit tight (no dead air)
