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Storyboards

Plan multi-shot videos by arranging scenes in sequence.

A Storyboard is an ordered collection of Scenes. Use storyboards to plan longer videos with multiple shots, create a sequence of related prompts, or organize a complete video project.

Storyboard Features

Drag & Drop

Reorder scenes by dragging them into position.

Duration Intent

Set intended duration for each scene (e.g., "5 seconds").

Mood Tags

Add mood indicators like dramatic, peaceful, tense.

Export

Export all prompts in sequence for batch generation.

Creating a Storyboard

  1. Go to Storyboards in the sidebar
  2. Click New Storyboard
  3. Enter a name and optional description
  4. Click Create

Adding Scenes

There are two ways to add scenes to a storyboard:

From the Storyboard Editor

  1. Open your storyboard
  2. Click Add Scene
  3. Select from your existing scenes

From a Scene

  1. Go to the Scenes page or view a scene
  2. Click Add to Storyboard
  3. Select which storyboard to add it to
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Scene Reuse

The same scene can be added to multiple storyboards. If you update the scene's prompt, it updates everywhere.

Arranging Your Storyboard

Once scenes are added, you can:

  • Reorder: Drag and drop scenes to change their order
  • Set Duration: Add intended duration for pacing reference
  • Add Notes: Include director notes or transition instructions
  • Remove: Remove scenes without deleting them

Exporting Storyboards

When you're ready to generate your video, export the storyboard:

  1. Click Export in the storyboard editor
  2. Choose your export format:
    • Plain Text: All prompts in sequence, separated by dividers
    • JSON: Structured data with metadata
    • PDF: Visual storyboard document
  3. Copy or download the export
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Workflow Tip

Generate each shot separately in your AI video tool, then edit the clips together in a video editor. This gives you the most control over timing and transitions.

Use Cases

Music Video

Create 10-15 scenes matching your song's structure. Arrange them to align with verses, choruses, and bridges.

Commercial

Plan your 30-second spot with 6-8 scenes. Set durations to ensure your story fits the time limit.

Short Film

Break your narrative into scenes. Use mood tags to track emotional progression.

Best Practices

  • Plan first: Sketch your storyboard before creating scenes
  • Use consistent style: Maintain visual coherence across scenes
  • Consider transitions: Think about how shots will flow together
  • Test individual shots: Generate and review before committing to the full sequence