Create a Gamma-ready presentation brief for [AUDIENCE] about [PRESENTATION TOPIC]. The presentation must achieve [DECISION OR OUTCOME] in [PRESENTATION LENGTH]. My available evidence, facts, and source links are [SOURCE MATERIAL]. The audience already knows [AUDIENCE CONTEXT], and the tone and constraints are [TONE AND CONSTRAINTS]. First, state the single takeaway in one sentence and the audience action required at the end. Then create a slide-by-slide plan for 8 to 12 slides, adjusted only if the stated time requires fewer. For each slide provide: slide title as a conclusion rather than a topic label; one sentence of the point it proves; 3 or fewer supporting bullets; recommended visual type; exact source or "needs source" marker; and 30 to 60 words of speaker notes. Use a narrative appropriate to the goal: context and tension, evidence, options or proposal, decision, and next steps. Do not create a generic agenda slide unless the audience needs navigation. Open with the consequence or opportunity, not a history lesson. Put numbers in a simple comparison, trend, waterfall, or table only where the supplied evidence supports them. Avoid dense paragraphs, fake statistics, stock-photo suggestions, and decorative charts.
End with a Gamma build prompt that includes the slide plan, desired design direction, accessible color and font guidance, and a request for editable charts. Also provide a delivery checklist covering timing, source verification, transitions, and the final ask. Before answering, check that every factual claim is traceable to my material and that the presentation can be delivered in the stated time at roughly one to two minutes per slide. Flag missing evidence instead of inventing it. Ask up to 3 clarifying questions only if a required input is missing.
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| Placeholder | What to enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
| [AUDIENCE] | Describe who will see the presentation and their role in the decision. | The executive team of a 180-person logistics company |
| [PRESENTATION TOPIC] | State the topic, proposal, update, or lesson the presentation covers. | Proposal to pilot route-optimization software in the Dallas distribution region |
| [DECISION OR OUTCOME] | State the action, understanding, or approval you want from the audience. | Approve a 12-week pilot with a $48,000 budget and a named operations sponsor |
| [PRESENTATION LENGTH] | Enter the allotted speaking time, including or excluding questions. | 10 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of questions |
| [SOURCE MATERIAL] | Paste the facts, notes, data, links, and approved claims the deck may use. | Dallas ran 1,240 routes in Q2; average empty miles 14.2%; vendor quote $48,000; internal estimate shows 6-9% fewer empty miles; implementation requires two dispatch supervisors for 4 hours per week |
| [AUDIENCE CONTEXT] | Explain what the audience already knows and any objections or priorities they have. | They know empty miles are a cost issue and are cautious about vendor commitments after a delayed warehouse-system rollout |
| [TONE AND CONSTRAINTS] | Give the desired tone, brand rules, slide limit, and accessibility or confidentiality constraints. | Direct and operational; maximum 9 slides; use company blue and gray; no customer names; charts must be readable in a conference room |
How to use
- Paste your approved source material rather than asking the model to research or estimate key claims.
- Put the resulting Gamma build prompt into Gamma, then replace every "needs source" marker before sharing the deck.
- Time the speaker notes aloud and remove any slide that does not move the audience toward the stated decision.
- Follow up with: "Create a 5-minute version for a time-constrained executive meeting, preserving the decision slide and evidence for the recommendation."
Variations
Investor update
Use for a concise progress update that builds trust with investors or advisors.
Create a Gamma-ready investor update for [COMPANY] covering [REPORTING PERIOD]. The audience is [INVESTOR AUDIENCE], and the verified metrics, milestones, risks, and asks are [SOURCE MATERIAL]. Build a 7-slide narrative: headline, progress against prior plan, key metrics with comparable periods, customer or product evidence, cash and runway if supplied, risks with mitigation, and specific asks. Mark unsupported claims as missing. Give every metric a period and denominator where relevant. Include speaker notes and a final Gamma build prompt. Ask up to 3 essential questions only if needed.
Training deck
Use when teaching a process or skill to a group that must apply it afterward.
Design a Gamma presentation for [LEARNERS] on [SKILL OR PROCESS]. They need to be able to [POST-SESSION BEHAVIOR] after [SESSION LENGTH]. Use these policies, examples, and source material: [TRAINING CONTENT]. Produce 8 to 10 slides with a practical opening scenario, a step-by-step method, one correct example, one common mistake, a short practice exercise, and a job-aid recap. Include facilitator notes, expected learner responses, and an answer key for the exercise. Do not invent policy requirements. Ask up to 3 questions only if a core training detail is absent.
Project status
Use for a decision-oriented weekly or monthly project update.
Create a concise Gamma project-status presentation for [PROJECT] for [AUDIENCE]. The reporting period is [PERIOD], and the verified status, milestones, budget, risks, dependencies, and decisions needed are [PROJECT DATA]. Produce 6 slides: overall status with criteria, completed work, upcoming milestones, budget or effort view, top risks and owners, and decisions or escalations. Distinguish facts from forecasts and use RAG status only with a stated reason. Include speaker notes and a Gamma build prompt with a restrained, readable dashboard style. Ask up to 3 questions if essential data is missing.
Tips
- Write the decision you need before outlining slides; it determines what evidence belongs in the deck and what can be cut.
- Use conclusion titles such as "A 12-week pilot limits exposure while testing the savings" instead of labels such as "Pilot proposal."
- Give every metric a comparison point, date range, and unit; a number without a baseline rarely answers an executive question.
- Treat Gamma’s visual output as a first layout pass and inspect charts, source citations, and speaking time before presenting.
FAQ
Can Gamma make a full presentation from this prompt?
Yes, it can create a draft deck from the build prompt. You still need to verify source claims, chart labels, and any generated images.
How many slides fit in a 10-minute presentation?
Usually six to nine substantive slides, depending on complexity and discussion. The prompt asks the model to test the plan against your actual time.
Should I paste confidential company data into Gamma?
Use only tools approved by your organization and follow its data-handling rules. Remove sensitive names and figures when they are not required for the story.