1.1 Date: 20 September 2025
1.2 Event Type: Workshop
1.3 Event Title: Storyboard Making Workshop
1.4 Venue: B Block, ASCO Studio, Amity University Madhya Pradesh
1.5 Organised by (School): Amity School of Communication, Amity University Madhya Pradesh
1.6 Student Participation*: 60 (approx) from Amity School of Communication, Amity Business School.
1.7 Faculty Participation*: -
1.8 Participation from outside AUMP*: Nil
1.9 Event Coordinator(s) with designation: Mr. Kshitij Rana & Dr. Pranav Mishra, Assistant Professor, Amity School of Communication
General Introduction of the Event: Amity School of Communication, Amity University Madhya Pradesh, organized the Storyboarding Workshop 2025 on 20 September 2025. The session featured Ms. Mansi Ketkar, a seasoned storyboard artist, illustrator, and visual designer known for her work across animation, advertising, and film production. With her vast experience in narrative visualization and pre-production design, Ms. Ketkar guided students through the fascinating process of converting ideas into structured visual stories.
The workshop aimed to familiarize participants with the creative and technical aspects of storyboarding — from conceptualization and shot composition to pacing, framing, and visual rhythm. Students learned how a well-crafted storyboard becomes the backbone of any visual production, bridging imagination with execution. Through live demonstrations, interactive discussions, and practical exercises, attendees gained firsthand exposure to industry-standard techniques and the mindset required to think like a visual storyteller.
The session fostered a dynamic and participatory learning environment where students explored storytelling fundamentals, cinematic language, and professional workflows used in the animation and film industries.
Objectives of the Event
a. Industry Insights and Exposure
The objective of the workshop was to provide students with professional insights from an industry expert, Ms. Mansi Ketkar, focusing on the relevance of storyboarding in animation, advertising, and film production.
Students explored how storyboards function as a critical pre-production tool for visual communication and learned about industry expectations, client briefs, and collaborative storytelling processes.
b. Skill Enhancement and Creative Visualization
Participants honed their creative and technical skills through guided drawing and visualization tasks.
They learned to break down scripts into visual sequences, develop shot angles, plan scene transitions, and communicate emotion and timing through sketches.
The workshop encouraged experimentation, narrative thinking, and visual clarity — essential skills for aspiring designers and animators.
c. Professional Networking and Mentorship
The event offered students valuable interaction with Ms. Ketkar, who shared personal experiences, workflow insights, and advice on pursuing careers in pre-production design and storyboarding.
Students engaged in Q&A sessions, gaining mentorship on building strong visual portfolios and aligning artistic skills with industry standards.
d. Audience Engagement and Creative Exchange
Interactive demonstrations, live storyboarding sessions, and group discussions kept the audience deeply engaged.
Students actively participated by creating short storyboards based on given themes, presenting their concepts, and receiving direct feedback from the expert.
The session combined fun and learning — fostering a space where creativity met professional critique.
2. Details of Expert/Speaker/Resource Person/Judge:
Ms. Mansi Ketkar
Storyboard Artist, Illustrator & Visual Designer
Renowned for her narrative visualization and pre-production expertise across animation, advertising, and digital media projects.
Dedicated to mentoring emerging artists and promoting the art of visual storytelling in India’s creative industry.
3. Event Report along with glimpses of the event(Photographs)
Key Outcomes.
· The workshop strengthened participants’ understanding of storyboarding as the foundation of visual storytelling, highlighting its significance in both animation and live-action production.
· Through Ms. Ketkar’s guidance, students learned how to translate written ideas into visual narratives, improving their sense of composition, continuity, and cinematic thinking.
· Participants created their own mini storyboards, demonstrating creativity and comprehension of visual sequence building.
· The session encouraged dialogue between students, faculty, and the expert, paving the way for future collaborations and mentorship opportunities.
· Positive feedback and enthusiastic participation reflected the workshop’s success in blending theory with hands-on learning, inspiring students to approach storytelling with clarity, structure, and imagination.
The event aligns with the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
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SDG
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Goal Title
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Relevance to the Event
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SDG 4
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Quality Education
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Enhanced student knowledge through interaction with real-world mentors and experts.
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SDG 8
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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Promoted self-employment, innovation, and economic independence among youth.
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SDG 17
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Partnerships for the Goals
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Strengthened academia-industry collaboration via Institution’s Innovation Council and external mentors.
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