Storyboard

To plan my music video effectively, I created a storyboard to visualise the key shots, camera angles, and compositions for each part of the song. Storyboarding allows me to structure the visuals in a coherent way, ensuring that each shot contributes to the emotional tone and interpretive style of the video. It also helps me anticipate technical requirements such as lighting, framing, and camera movement before filming begins.

The storyboard focuses on a mix of shot types, including close-ups, medium shots, and wide shots. Close-ups will emphasise the character’s subtle emotions, while medium and wide shots provide spatial context and show the environment around her. I am also experimenting with framing techniques such as negative space, symmetry, and positioning objects or props to guide the viewer’s attention and support the mood. This approach ensures that every visual element communicates something about the character’s internal state without relying on dialogue or action.

I have also included basic notes on camera movement and angles, indicating where slight pans, tilts, or static frames will be used to create rhythm and visual interest. Slow, controlled movements are planned for more introspective moments, while stable frames will be used for clarity and focus. This combination allows the video to maintain a dreamlike and reflective quality, while also highlighting changes in emotional intensity.

Overall, the storyboard acts as a blueprint for the video, connecting planning to execution. It ensures that the visuals remain consistent, the emotional tone is maintained throughout, and the interpretive structure is clear. By focusing on shot types, framing, and camera techniques, I can effectively communicate the intended mood and style without revealing the full narrative of the music video.