video-storyboard

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