| name | video-storyboard |
| description | Generate beat-by-beat storyboards for fashion video content (reels, TikTok, product videos, lookbook films). Includes frame descriptions, timing, camera movement, audio cues, and text overlays. |
| metadata | {"author":"iPix","version":"1.0","category":"production-planning","requires":"brief-data"} |
Video Storyboard Generator
When to Use This Skill
Use when you need to:
- Plan a short-form video (15s-60s reels, TikTok)
- Create a product reveal or unboxing sequence
- Plan a lookbook film or campaign video
- Storyboard transitions and camera movements
- Time beats to music or audio cues
Core Principle
Every second costs money. A 15s reel with 4 beats is 4 shots to plan, light, and execute. Don't wing it.
Video Types for Fashion
Type 1: Product Reveal (15-30s)
Use: Instagram Reels, TikTok, Product Pages
Structure: Hook → Reveal → Detail → CTA
Type 2: Styling/How-To (30-60s)
Use: TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts
Structure: Hook → Demo × 3-4 ways → Favorite pick → CTA
Type 3: Lookbook Film (30-90s)
Use: Website hero, YouTube, Campaign
Structure: Mood opener → Look 1 → Look 2 → Look 3 → Brand moment
Type 4: Behind-the-Scenes (15-60s)
Use: Instagram Stories, TikTok, Brand social
Structure: Setup glimpse → Process → Reveal → Reaction
Type 5: Flat Lay Stop Motion (15-30s)
Use: Instagram Reels, Pinterest, Email
Structure: Empty frame → Items appear → Styled arrangement → Product hero
Storyboard Template
STORYBOARD — [Video Title]
Brand: [Brand Name] | Duration: [Xs] | Aspect: [9:16 / 16:9 / 1:1]
Platform: [Instagram Reels / TikTok / YouTube / Website]
BEAT 1 ([start]-[end]s): [BEAT NAME]
Frame: [What's in frame — specific description]
Camera: [Static / Pan / Zoom / Tracking / Handheld]
Movement: [Direction and speed — slow zoom in, pan left, etc.]
Audio: [Music cue / SFX / Voiceover / Silent]
Text: [Overlay text if any — "This changes everything"]
Lighting: [Key light direction, mood]
Talent: [Model action — walking, turning, looking at camera]
Props: [Specific items in frame]
Transition: [Cut / Fade / Swipe / Match cut / Jump cut]
BEAT 2 ([start]-[end]s): [BEAT NAME]
...
Timing Rules
| Duration | Max Beats | Beat Length | Platform |
|---|
| 15s | 3-4 | 3-5s each | TikTok, Reels |
| 30s | 5-7 | 4-6s each | Reels, Shorts |
| 60s | 8-12 | 5-8s each | TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts |
| 90s | 10-15 | 5-10s each | YouTube, Website hero |
Rule: First beat must hook in under 3 seconds. Last beat must have CTA.
Camera Movement Library
| Movement | When to Use | Duration |
|---|
| Static | Product detail, text overlay, posed model | 2-4s |
| Slow zoom in | Building tension, hero reveal | 3-5s |
| Slow zoom out | Full look reveal, establishing | 3-5s |
| Pan left/right | Scanning product lineup, walking model | 3-6s |
| Tracking | Following model walking | 4-8s |
| Overhead descend | Flat lay reveal, top-down to angle | 3-5s |
| Handheld | BTS, authentic feel, energy | 2-4s |
| Whip pan | Fast transition between looks | 0.5-1s |
| Orbit | 360° product reveal | 5-8s |
Audio Cues
| Cue | When |
|---|
| Music drop | Sync with reveal moment (Beat 2 usually) |
| Silence → music | Hook with intrigue, then energy |
| SFX (paper, fabric) | Unboxing, texture close-ups |
| Voiceover | Tutorial/how-to videos |
| Music fade | CTA/final beat |
| Beat sync | Jump cuts timed to music beats |
Example Storyboards
Example 1: Product Reveal Reel (15s)
STORYBOARD — Silk Scarf Reveal
Brand: Maison Elara | Duration: 15s | Aspect: 9:16
Platform: Instagram Reels
BEAT 1 (0-3s): HOOK
Frame: Extreme close-up — hands pulling scarf from tissue paper
Camera: Static, overhead, macro
Movement: None — stillness builds anticipation
Audio: Crisp tissue paper sound, no music
Text: "Wait for it..." (small, bottom)
Lighting: Soft overhead, warm tone
Talent: Hands only — manicured, neutral nails
Props: Branded tissue paper, box edge visible
Transition: → Match cut to Beat 2
BEAT 2 (3-8s): REVEAL
Frame: Scarf unfolds in slow motion, fabric flowing
Camera: Slow zoom out from scarf center
Movement: Zoom out 1.5x over 5 seconds
Audio: Music drops — soft piano, elegant
Text: None — let the product speak
Lighting: Side light catching silk sheen and texture
Talent: Hands gently releasing fabric, letting it fall
Props: Scarf only, clean background
Transition: → Jump cut to Beat 3
BEAT 3 (8-13s): STYLED
Frame: Model wearing scarf, 3 quick styling cuts
Camera: Medium shot, tripod
Movement: Static frame, model moves within it
Audio: Music continues, beat syncs with cuts
Text: "3 ways to wear it" (top)
Lighting: Natural window light, bright and airy
Talent: Model ties scarf: neck wrap → head wrap → bag accessory
Props: Complementary outfit (neutral tones)
Transition: → Cut to Beat 4
BEAT 4 (13-15s): CTA
Frame: Final look — model smiles at camera, scarf prominent
Camera: Slow push in to medium close-up
Movement: Subtle zoom in 1.2x
Audio: Music fades
Text: "Shop now — link in bio" (centered)
Lighting: Same as Beat 3
Talent: Model makes eye contact, confident smile
Props: None
Transition: → End frame / loop point
Example 2: Lookbook Film (45s)
STORYBOARD — Maison Elara SS26 Lookbook
Brand: Maison Elara | Duration: 45s | Aspect: 16:9
Platform: Website hero, YouTube
BEAT 1 (0-5s): MOOD OPENER
Frame: Abstract — morning light through sheer curtain, soft focus
Camera: Slow dolly forward through curtain
Movement: Dolly in, 2 feet travel
Audio: Ambient tone, soft string intro
Lighting: Natural backlight, flare
Transition: → Dissolve
BEAT 2 (5-12s): LOOK 1
Frame: Model 1 in ivory silk blouse, sitting at vanity
Camera: Medium shot, slight orbit right
Movement: Orbit 15° over 7 seconds
Audio: Music builds, still soft
Lighting: Key light from window left, soft fill
Talent: Model adjusting earring, contemplative
Transition: → Match cut (earring → necklace in next look)
BEAT 3 (12-20s): LOOK 2
Frame: Model 2 in navy blazer, urban street
Camera: Tracking shot, walking alongside
Movement: Tracking left to right, matching model pace
Audio: Music adds percussion, more energy
Lighting: Golden hour street light
Talent: Confident walk, glance at camera then away
Transition: → Whip pan
BEAT 4 (20-30s): LOOK 3
Frame: Model 1 in evening dress, architectural interior
Camera: Low angle, slow zoom out
Movement: Zoom out 1.5x, reveal full environment
Audio: Music peaks
Lighting: Dramatic — single directional light from right
Talent: Standing still, dress catches light
Transition: → Fade to black (1s)
BEAT 5 (30-40s): DETAIL MONTAGE
Frame: Quick cuts — fabric close-up, button detail, silk texture, embroidery
Camera: Macro, static, different angles each
Movement: Static frames, 2s each × 5 cuts
Audio: Music continues, beat-synced cuts
Lighting: Soft studio macro lighting
Transition: → Final dissolve
BEAT 6 (40-45s): BRAND MOMENT
Frame: Logo on screen, tagline
Camera: Static
Audio: Music resolves, final chord
Text: "Maison Elara — SS26 Collection"
Transition: → End
Equipment Planning Per Video Type
| Video Type | Camera | Stabilization | Audio | Extra |
|---|
| Product Reveal | DSLR/Mirrorless | Tripod | External mic for SFX | Macro lens |
| Styling How-To | DSLR or Phone | Tripod | Music only (post) | Multiple outfits |
| Lookbook Film | Cinema camera | Gimbal + Tripod | Music + ambient | Multiple locations |
| BTS | Phone or DSLR | Handheld | Natural audio | Candid approach |
| Stop Motion | DSLR | Overhead rig | Music (post) | Dragonframe app |
Integration
| Skill | Connection |
|---|
shot-list-generator | Video beats become shots in the list |
call-sheet-generator | Video timing feeds schedule |
lighting-plan-generator | Each beat gets lighting spec |
social-writer | Caption + hashtags for the published video |
remotion | Programmatic video generation from storyboard |
