Step 1: Brainstorming
Before I even picked up a pencil to sketch my storyboard, I had to get all my ideas in order. That’s where brainstorming came in. I needed to break down every part of my story, who my character is, what he feels, the themes I wanted to explore, and how the setting would help tell the story. Without this stage, my storyboard would’ve been all over the place. I started by defining Joseph, my protagonist, and how his experiences shape the plot. I asked myself questions that would help me develop my story more clear and have purpose. 
All of this brainstorming came from a course online I had from a long time ago, I decided to take advantage of it and use it to develop my script and storyboard. This brainstorming process kept my storyboard focused and intentional, ensuring I could visually tell the story in the most effective way with a clear purpose.
Step 2: Starting my Storyboard
After that, I jumped into the storyboard. At first, it was just rough sketches to visualize the shots I had planned. It also helped me stay on track with the pacing. For example, I knew I wanted the flashback of headlights and screeching tires to feel sudden and jarring, so I made sure the shots leading up to it built that tension. It was all about setting the tone and making sure the audience felt Joseph’s confusion. Creating the storyboard also made me think a lot about transitions. For example, when Joseph walks outside, I wanted it to feel like he’s stepping out of the reality he knows, only to return to it again to enhance the loop effect I was going for, with everything seeming the same yet slightly off. The storyboard allowed me to plan how the shots would flow from one to another. I can’t stress enough how helpful the storyboard was in keeping me organized. It allowed me to visualize the entire film opening before I even started shooting. I can't draw at all so please don't mind my sketches!
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