Best Storyboard Program
Storyboards made easy
Use StudioBinder's storyboard program to plan the visuals of your video project, in less time.
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Best Storyboard Program
Build, manage, and share your storyboards
StudioBinder goes beyond basic storyboarding apps. It’s a fully integrated platform where you can write scripts, build shot lists, and create storyboards in one place. No more switching between tools or formats.
Script to Storyboard
Storyboard software with script syncing
Import your script and watch it convert into storyboard panels instantly. This is what makes StudioBinder one of the best programs for storyboarding.
Shot Tagger
Shot tagging right from your script
Add tags for lenses, framing, gear, and more. Shot tagging makes your storyboard searchable and production-ready. It’s a feature many free storyboard programs don’t offer in one place.
Shot Specs
Customize your layout
Define each shot with clear specs, from lenses, aspect ratios, movement, and more. The best storyboarding software helps bridge the gap between creativity and execution.
Image Editor
A storyboard program with image editing
Bring in sketches or reference photos. Use arrows, text, and filters to adjust your visuals. StudioBinder gives you control without needing complex design tools.
Storyboard Groups
Keep your storyboards organized
Group frames by scene, shoot day, or location. This storyboard app makes it easy to stay focused and flexible during pre-production.
Collaborate
The best storyboard software for teams
Share your storyboard with teammates or clients. Get feedback, assign tasks, or make updates on the fly. StudioBinder combines professional features with a clean, collaborative interface.
Customization
Customize and export PDFs
Design your final storyboard exactly how you want it. Add branding, tweak spacing, or protect files with passwords. You get full control before sharing or printing.
Sharing
A storyboard program built for sharing
Send your storyboard to anyone with a link or downloadable file. Whether you’re working across a studio or remotely, StudioBinder makes access simple and secure.
Explore Features
More storyboard features
Aspect Ratios
Choose an aspect ratio that best suits your project.
Column Layouts
Adjust how many columns your storyboard will have.
Image Library
Reuse storyboard panels from previous projects.
Shot Numbering
Choose between digits, letters, or a custom shot numbering.
Storyboard Archive
Archive old storyboards to keep an accessible history.
Color-Code Shots
Label or call out specialty shots with colors.
Storyboard Program Example
Explore sample storyboards
Preview a storyboard built using StudioBinder’s free storyboarding software. It’s a real example of how flexible, fast, and clean your process can be from day one.
Film Storyboard Example
Animation Storyboard Example
TV Commercial Storyboard
Music Video Storyboard
What are the 8 steps in storyboarding?
Open StudioBinder on your browser.
Click on the Storyboards tab on the project homepage.
Choose to either import a script or create a storyboard manually.
Name the storyboard, set the aspect ratio, and select the number of frames.
Add an image to each frame from the Media Library or upload new images.
Edit your images with a suite of tools, including filters, text, and arrows.
Enter details, including the scene number, description, and notes.
Create a custom PDF, send a view-only link, or invite collaborators for feedback.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered
The best storyboard software is designed by people who understand the production world. StudioBinder's storyboard software was built with these considerations in mind. Beyond just a simple template with empty boxes, the functionality allows for the nuances of the creative process.
You can storyboard pictures on most storyboard programs. You should be able to upload and add these images to your digital storyboard. Some storyboard programs like StudioBinder also include extensive editing tools so you can dial in your precise vision.
Storyboard Artists use a variety of storyboard programs, including some that allow you to draw directly within the app. In other cases, the Storyboard Artist might prefer the old-fashioned method of pen and paper storyboarding. Then, they could can and upload these images into a storyboard program like StudioBinder to arrange, edit, and add notes and descriptions for a final shareable digital version.
You should use a storyboard program that accomplishes two things: first, it fits your personal process and, two, it is designed with the entire pre-production process in mind. Storyboarding is just one link in the chain, and storyboard programs like StudioBinder are integrated with those other processes so you don't have to switch between platforms.
Yes, filmmakers still use storyboards all the time. Even with today's advanced digital cameras, CGI, and AI tools, they still need to pre-plan their visuals, and the storyboard remains an excellent way to do that.
There are three basic types of storyboards. First is the traditional storyboard, which is hand-drawn illustrations on paper. Second is the digital storyboard, which is a digital file using scanned illustrations, photos, or found images online. Third is the animatic, which is mostly used in animation and involves animating the storyboard with sound, music, and dialogue.
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