A short movie showing the attributes of a new concept in use
Use this template as a vehicle for storyboarding a potential video to gather feedback and garner support for your project before you start creating and editing your film. Use your storyboarding skills to frame the narrative, and then use video to bring it to life.
These days, creating, editing, and sharing video is commonplace and relatively easy. While you may want someone with experience to polish the final product, you can do much of the groundwork yourself.
To use Mural’s video scenario template, follow the steps outlined below with your team.
The first step is to describe your central theme or concept that you’re looking to make into a video or short film. Try to describe it as succinctly as possible (one sentence or phrase), and add any further details using sticky notes below.
Next, have your team go through and ideate on key scenarios that should be included in your video. This will help form the building blocks of your narrative.
What tone do you want to set with your visuals? How does that tie to your brand? Think through the color palette for your video and add any color values that should be included using sticky notes with custom colors (you can add any color to your mural using HEX, RGBA, or HSLA codes).
Adding captions first helps you distill your ideas and define exactly what you’ll need from a visual standpoint in each frame of your storyboard.
Using Mural’s libraries of images and icons, or the drawing feature, add images or sketches (or a combination of both) that visualize each frame. Don’t strive for perfection here — the goal is to capture the sentiment and accurately visualize the essence of the concept without getting bogged down in the details at this point.
Once you’ve used your storyboard to create videos, add them to the next section of the mural canvas so that your team can reflect on how each idea has evolved and whether the output reflects your central concepts.
Having crafted the story and analyzed the first outputs, have your team go through and add their thoughts on what they liked, what they didn’t like, and what ideas they may have for future iterations using color-coded sticky notes.
To get the most out of the Mural video scenario template, you should:
A video scenario is a narrative or storyboard that outlines the sequence of events and actions in a video or film. It serves as a blueprint or script for the production process, providing a structured framework for capturing and organizing visual and audio elements. A video scenario typically includes details such as scene descriptions, dialogue, camera angles, transitions, and any other relevant information necessary to convey the desired story or message.
When creating a useful storyboard, it's important to include key elements that effectively communicate the visual and narrative aspects of the video scenario. Here are some key elements to consider:
Scenes and panels
Divide the storyboard into individual scenes, each represented by a panel or frame. Clearly label and number the panels for easy reference.
Visual depictions
Draw or illustrate the key visual elements of each scene, including characters, objects, settings, and backgrounds. Use simple and clear visuals that convey the intended composition and action.
Camera angles and shots
Indicate the camera angles and shots for each panel, such as wide shots, close-ups, or specific perspectives. This helps to visualize how the camera will capture the scene and directs the viewer's attention.
Action and movement
Show the movement and actions of the characters or objects within each panel. Use arrows or motion lines to indicate the direction and path of movement.
Dialogue and text
Include dialogue or important text that needs to be displayed in the video. Use speech bubbles, captions, or text boxes to indicate where the text will appear and what it will say.
Timing and transitions
Indicate the timing and transitions between scenes or panels. Use directional arrows or annotations to show how one panel transitions to the next, providing a sense of continuity and flow.
Notes and annotations
Add additional notes or annotations to provide instructions or descriptions for specific elements within the panel. This can include details about visual effects, sound effects, music, or any other important information.
Audio cues
Consider adding audio cues or descriptions to indicate specific sound effects, music, or voiceover that will accompany the scene. This helps to align the visuals with the audio elements.
Captions and descriptions
Include captions or descriptions that provide context and additional information for each panel. This can include details about the scene, emotions, or any other relevant information that supports the understanding of the storyboard.
Sequence and flow
Ensure that the panels are arranged in a logical sequence, representing the chronological order of the scenes. This helps to maintain a smooth and coherent narrative flow.
Remember, the level of detail in the storyboard can vary based on the specific needs of the project. The main objective is to create a clear and visual representation of the video scenario that effectively communicates the intended story and helps guide the production process.
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