The music video for the song "Word By Word" uses various camera techniques to tell the story of two teenagers who like each other but are afraid to express their feelings. It employs a two-shot throughout to show the chemistry between the pair and their hesitance to make the first move, such as when they go to hold hands but one pulls away. Panning and shot-reverse-shots are also used to depict both characters' perspectives as they watch each other from opposite sides of a brick wall, representing the barrier between them. The editing, lighting, setting, and the characters' clothing are all designed to create a believable, romantic story that matches the themes of the coming-of-age song.