Workflow of a Scene

Every story artist develops their own way of working through a storyboard sequence. In this talk, Alessandra Sorrentino shares her personal workflow for building a scene—from script to pitch—navigating early chaos, identifying key beats, managing her energy throughout the process, and adapting to different production needs and directors. Drawing from her experience on movies like Inside Out 2, she shares the habits, tools, and mindset that support her approach—offering an honest look at how a scene comes together, and how each artist can find their own rhythm.