TL;DR

Get the template: [Flowjam template link] + 90-second example

Use it when: you have early traction, want to email 50+ angels fast, and can’t fly to every meeting

Skip it if: you’re pre-traction or already booked live demos with every target investor

60-min checklist: script 120-word problem, 20-second demo, 10-second traction, 10-second ask, captions, upload unlisted, send Monday 9 am

Distribution: personal Gmail + Calendly link → AngelList + LinkedIn DM → investor Slack groups

Seed Round Launch Video: Close Your First $500k in 2025

Last updated 2025

Your seed round launch video is the fastest way to turn cold intros into warm checks—if you hit the right 90-second structure. This article shows you the downloadable template, the exact YouTube example, and the 60-minute workflow founders use to replace half their pitch meetings.

What is seed round launch video?

A seed round launch video is a 60–120-second unlisted clip that shows traction, product, and ask so angels can say yes without a meeting.Definition for featured snippet: A seed round launch video is a short, traction-first recording sent to investors before the first call to pre-sell the round.

seed round launch video — Download & Quick Start

Download: [Flowjam template link] (Google Slides + teleprompter script)

Watch: 90-second real example

1. 60-minute setup checklist
   Write 120-word script: problem → traction → demo → askShoot on iPhone, horizontal, collar mic <$30Add burned-in captions (Kapwing free)Export 1080×1080 for LinkedIn, 1920×1080 unlisted YouTubeTitle file “[Company] Seed Round Launch Video – [Month 2025]”Paste Calendly link first line of description

How to use it (step-by-step)

1. Script (10 min)
   Hook: 1 sentence measurable tractionProblem: 1 sentence painful, specificDemo: 20-second screen recording or prototypeSocial proof: 1 logo or customer quoteAsk: amount, instrument (SAFE), timeline (“raising $500k on SAFE, closing July 31”)

Proof & traction slide (5 sec on screen) – show MoM growth or LOIs

Social proof – 1 team badge (ex-Google) + 1 customer logo

CTA – “Reply with ticket size, I’ll send docs same day”

Length – 60-120 seconds; under 25 MB for email

Visuals – face to camera first 3 seconds, then screen demo, then back to face for ask

Audio – quiet room + external mic; audio > visuals

Review loop – send to 2 founders, 1 designer; iterate once

Launch plan – Monday 9 am local, Gmail mail-merge to 50 angels, subject: “[Company] 90-second seed video – closing $500k”

1. Distribution channels
   Email (Superhuman merge)LinkedIn DM (attach + Calendly)AngelList “preview” boxInvestor Slack/WhatsApp groups

Founders often miss this — add a 5-second overlay showing the SAFE discount and valuation cap; it cuts back-and-forth by 30%.

Comparison: seed round launch video vs alternatives

Use the text-only matrix below to pick your format.

Video Type: Purpose — Pros — Cons — When to use

Deck-only: share metrics fast — fast to send — low engagement — pre-traction or cold accelerators

Launch video: pre-sell round — high reply rate — needs basic traction — you have ≥3 months growth data

Teaser reel: brand awareness — viral potential — light on numbers — consumer product pre-launch

Full pitch video: 10-min deep dive — replaces meeting — long, drop-offs — investor asked for full recording

Live pitch: real-time Q&A — build rapport — calendar overhead — top-3 investor or demo day

Crowdfunding video: retail backers — wide reach — regulatory overhead — equity crowdfunding platform

A seed round launch video complements a SAFE; it is not legal solicitation. Always link to full SAFE docs hosted on Cooley GO or similar.

Practical Tips & Cautions

Keep it short: 90 seconds = 65% completion rate; 3 minutes = 25%

Lead with traction: first 5 seconds show % MoM or revenue

Make the ask explicit: amount, instrument, close date

Legal disclaimers: add “Not an offer to sell securities” in YouTube description

Audio > visuals: viewers forgive blurry, not muffled

Distribution > perfection: ship v1 Monday, iterate Wednesday

FAQs

What should a seed round launch video include?

Problem sentence, 20-second demo, traction metric, team badge, and SAFE ask with close date.

How long should a seed round launch video be?

60–120 seconds; enough for one traction metric and one demo loop.

Do I need a seed round launch video to raise?

No. If you can fill your round with 5 warm intros, skip it. Use it to scale to 50+ angels fast.

What’s the best script structure for a seed round video?

Hook (traction) → Problem → Demo → Social proof → Ask → CTA link.

How do I distribute a seed launch video to investors?

Personal Gmail mail-merge, LinkedIn DM with Calendly, AngelList preview, and investor Slack groups. See LinkedIn guide for timing.

Can I reuse my crowdfunding video for a seed round?

Only if you cut it to 90 seconds and add SAFE terms. Crowdfunding videos are longer and retail-focused.

What are common mistakes in seed round videos?

No traction number, no ask, background noise, 3-minute length, generic CTA.

Conclusion

Ship your seed round launch video this week: download the [Flowjam template], watch the 90-second example, and hit send before Friday. A tight 90-second clip beats a perfect 10-minute pitch every time.Grounded in Seedrs Academy guidance, founder experience, and verified legal sources.