KENTFIELD, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 24, 2025 / StoryBoom, the minimalist, pro-grade storyboard app for filmmakers, writers, and visual storytellers, today announces the release of Director Tools 2.0, a major update that introduces a rich visual language for scene annotation and creative direction.
Designed to improve clarity, collaboration, and cinematic planning, the new toolset brings storyboards to life with intuitive visual markers-helping directors and teams align faster and communicate more effectively across every stage of production.
What's New in Director Tools 2.0
Director Tools 2.0 transforms scene annotation into a flexible, collaborative experience with a powerful mix of visual elements:
Arrows - Define motion paths and movement flow
Icons - Add clear symbols for camera, mic, dialogue, and edit actions
Marks - Call out framing, composition, and scene structure
Cues - Use shorthand visuals to emphasize narrative beats
Custom Labels - Drop editable text directly on frames for direction or notes
Color & Scale Options - Choose from six high-contrast colors and two sizes
Edit Tab - Fine-tune placement, color, and sizing for clarity and emphasis
These tools can be freely combined within a scene for unmatched flexibility. Each item can also be toggled on or off in settings, allowing for clean, overlay-free scene previews when needed.
Why It Matters
"Storyboards aren't just sketches-they're a communication tool of visual storytelling," said Sergey Martinov, co-founder of StoryBoom. "Director Tools 2.0 gives creators a clear, dynamic language to prototype ideas, avoid miscommunication, and collaborate faster."
With arrows for movement, icons for key elements, and marks for technical cues, teams can create visually rich and production-ready boards that speed up approvals and reduce costly revisions.
Free Starter Plan - No Credit Card Required
To support indie filmmakers, students, and small teams, StoryBoom offers an unmatched Free Starter Plan: collaborate with up to 3 members, access all features, and build up to 5 storyboards (totaling 80 scenes) - all without needing a credit card.
Available Now
Director Tools 2.0 is live today and works across all devices-no updates or installation required. Simply open your StoryBoom project and start creating.
Free to start. Built to scale.
Press Kit
Download high-resolution screenshots and see the interface of Director Tools UI in use:
About StoryBoom
StoryBoom is an independent, creator-led software company based in Kentfield, California. Founded by a small team of designers and filmmakers, StoryBoom is dedicated to transforming the creative process through minimalist, professional-grade storyboarding tools. The platform puts user needs above profit motives, offering intuitive, flexible, and accessible solutions for visual storytellers worldwide.
For information please visit storyboom.app, or email media@storyboom.app
SOURCE: StoryBoom
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