The steps, in outline
- Write the shot list (any doc, 20 min)
- Lock the look with one hero frame (Midjourney, 30 min)
- Animate each shot (Runway, 60 min)
- Record the scratch voiceover (ElevenLabs, 20 min)
- Assemble (Descript, 40 min)
- Package the pitch (5 min)
Exact prompts, settings, prices and gotchas are in the full write-up: Drop 006: Storyboard to animatic, with a scratch voiceover, in an afternoon.
Tools in this chain
FAQ
What does this workflow do?
Midjourney V8.2 draws consistent key frames, Runway animates each shot, ElevenLabs' new Eleven v4 reads the script, and Descript assembles a 30-second animatic you can show a client before anyone books a shoot.
Which tools do I need?
Midjourney, Runway, ElevenLabs, Descript. The full drop lists the plan each one needs and its current price.
How much does it cost?
From $31/mo (Midjourney Basic $10 + Runway Standard $15 + ElevenLabs Starter $6), with Descript Free. Prices are as listed by each vendor when the drop was last checked.
How long does it take to set up?
About 3 hours (estimate) for a 30-second animatic.
Who is it for?
Creative directors, agency producers, indie filmmakers and brand designers who need to sell an idea in motion before there's budget to make it.
Has this workflow been tested?
Last verified: Oct 2026 (desk-checked, not run end-to-end). It was checked against each vendor's current documentation and pricing; Daisychain labels drops that have not yet been run end to end, so treat the steps as a careful plan and check them in your own accounts.
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