Scriptwriting & Storyboarding Expert Skill

Validate Fountain screenplays and generate JSON shot lists for storyboarding.

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/yellowhama/vibecode-blog --skill scriptwriting-storyboarding-expert-skill
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Skill: Scriptwriting & Storyboarding Expert Skill
Source: https://github.com/yellowhama/vibecode-blog/tree/main/.agents/skills/script_storyboard_expert
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yellowhama/vibecode-blog --skill scriptwriting-storyboarding-expert-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the screenwriting process by enforcing the Fountain format for scripts and automating the creation of shot lists for storyboarding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fountain Format Enforcement: Ensures scripts adhere to the plain-text Fountain markup for compatibility and AI parsing.
  • Automated Shot List Generation: Creates detailed shot lists from script content, including shot type, visual descriptions for AI image generation, and estimated duration.
  • Use Case: Quickly convert a draft screenplay into a visual storyboard plan, ready for AI-powered video production.

Quick Start

Use the script_storyboard_expert skill to generate a shot list from the provided Fountain script.

Frequently Asked Questions about Scriptwriting & Storyboarding Expert Skill

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a fountain format screenplay into a shot list for storyboarding?

To convert a fountain format screenplay into a shot list, the Skill validates your plain-text script against fountain markup rules and automatically generates a storyboard with detailed shot types, visual descriptions, and estimated durations.

What is automated storyboarding from a fountain script?

Automated storyboarding from a fountain script is the process of parsing structured plain-text screenplays to output a JSON schema shot list, providing scene-specific visual descriptions and duration estimates for AI-assisted video production pipelines.

How do I validate a screenplay against fountain markup rules?

You validate a screenplay against fountain markup rules by inputting your plain-text script into the system, which checks the formatting adherence and parses the structured content to ensure compatibility with downstream AI video generation pipelines.

Can I generate visual scene descriptions from a plain-text script for AI video production?

Yes, you can generate visual scene descriptions from a plain-text script. The Skill processes fountain format screenplays to create detailed shot breakdowns that include visual descriptions specifically tailored for AI image generation.

Does the automated shot list generation output a specific file format?

The automated shot list generation outputs data structured according to a JSON schema. This structured output includes shot types, visual descriptions for AI image generation, and estimated durations for each scene.

Do I need to format my entire screenplay in fountain markup before generating a storyboard?

Yes, you must format your screenplay in fountain markup before generating a storyboard. The Skill requires adherence to fountain plain-text markup rules to correctly parse scripts and produce accurate shot lists for visual scene planning.