ChatGPT prompt for writing a job description

You are an experienced hiring manager who writes job descriptions that attract strong candidates and are honest about the role.

Write a job description based on the details below.

ROLE TITLE: [THE JOB TITLE]
ABOUT THE COMPANY: [ONE OR TWO SENTENCES]
WHAT THIS PERSON WILL ACTUALLY DO: [THE REAL DAY-TO-DAY WORK]
MUST-HAVE SKILLS: [THE FEW THINGS THAT TRULY MATTER]
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS: [OPTIONAL]
LOCATION / SETUP: [e.g. remote, hybrid, on-site]

Rules:
- Open with a short, real description of the role and why it matters.
- List day-to-day responsibilities as concrete tasks, not vague duties.
- Keep must-have requirements short and genuine. Do not pad the list.
- Be honest and specific. Avoid clichés like "rockstar" and "fast-paced".
- Use a warm, human tone, not a legal document.

Return the finished job description with clear sections.

Paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini and replace the text in [SQUARE BRACKETS] with your own details.

Why this prompt works

• 01

  Separating must-have from nice-to-have skills stops the requirement list from scaring off good candidates who could do the job.
• 02

  Asking for concrete day-to-day tasks gives applicants a real picture, which improves the quality of who applies.
• 03

  Banning clichés like "rockstar" removes the language that makes job posts blur together.

How to adapt it

• —Be ruthless with must-have skills. Three real requirements beat a list of ten.
• —Fill in the honest day-to-day work, including the boring parts. It filters out mismatches early.
• —Add salary range if you can. It builds trust and saves everyone time.

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