You can easily create a storyboard on paper, or use powerpoint or a word doc to help sketch out the story visually, with cues on what will occur during a specific moment or frame of the story. A few helpful templates are linked below.
Ideally stories should have a few common elements. If doesn’t have any of these, it most likely will be less engaging or interesting.
Consider who the audience might be; sometimes you may need to define terms or concepts for a general audience who may not know all the terminology you are using.
Also, note how sound elements can help drive a story as well. This website describes four ways to create musical moods. Sound cues can guide a viewer’s emotions.
The process of putting together a multimedia project, whether it’s an audio podcast or a short video, can be broken down into three main areas: pre-production, production, and post-production. (Note: These steps often overlap, and you might find yourself gathering media in the pre-production phase, while revising your script and storyboard in the middle of production.)
Here’s a breakdown of the process:
