How to Achieve Maximum Character Consistency in Storyboarder.ai
Keeping characters consistent across your storyboard is crucial for professional storytelling. With our newly implemented model, Storyboarder.ai now delivers the highest level of character consistency in the industry — even when working with multiple characters.
Here are the best ways to ensure your characters look and feel the same throughout your story:
Option 1: Use the Character Editor
The Character Editor is your easiest path to consistent characters.
Describe your character
Write a description (e.g. “young woman with curly red hair, wearing a vintage brown leather jacket”).
Render a preview image and decide if you’d like to use the description or the preview image itself as the reference for all shots.
Upload a reference image
Already have a specific look in mind? Upload an image of a real actor, actress, fictional personality, or even a unique animated 3D model.
As soon as you upload, the system will lock that image as the reference style for all your shots.
👉 Pro Tip: You can always switch back from image reference to description at any time.
⚡️ With this option, your imagination is the limit — from lifelike actors to stylized animated characters.
🔧 Where Can I Set Character Consistency In The Editor?
You’ll find the Character Editor by going to your Shotlist or Storyboard and clicking on the Character Editor in the top bar. Here, all characters from your screenplay will be listed automatically.
Each character shows:
A preview image generated by AI
A description based on script analysis
Fields for scene-specific look changes ("Clothing and Accessories"), and image reference options
🎭 How Do I Handle Character Variations in Different Scenes?
In the Character Editor, you can define scene-specific variations.
Example:
Marla wears a green shirt in most scenes
But in Scene 7, she should be in orange swimwear
Steps:
Scroll down in the editor
Under Clothing & Accessories, enter:
Scene 7 → wearing orange swimwear
All other scenes → wearing a green shirt
Remove conflicting info from the general description
Save your character
When generating your storyboard, the character will automatically change outfits based on the scene context.
🖼️ What Is the “Based On Image Reference” Option?
By default, Storyboarder uses your character’s text description when generating storyboard images.
However, you can switch to using a specific preview image (or your own uploaded image) as a reference.
To enable image-based generation:
Click the toggle: “Based On Image Reference”
Save your character
Refresh the storyboard to apply changes
📤 Can I Upload My Own Character Images?
Yes! You can upload custom images as references for your characters.
Steps:
In the Character Editor, click the Upload Image button
Choose your image from your device
After upload, the system automatically switches to “Based On Image Reference”
Make sure the text description also matches the uploaded image
Save and refresh storyboard frames
This is especially helpful if you want to use pre-designed character artwork.
Option 2: Use the Variation Feature for Continuity
The Variation Feature (found below every shot) lets you maintain and expand consistency across your storyboard while adding new elements.
Import and merge multiple elements
Combine up to 3 images (e.g. location + character + product/logo).
Use a unique prompt to merge them smoothly.
Keep evolving your shots
If you like a shot, duplicate it.
Then apply small Variations (e.g. adjust camera angle, change action slightly, add props) so your characters, locations, and objects remain consistent while your story moves forward.
👉 This workflow gives you full control: your characters stay recognizable, while your scenes feel dynamic and cinematic.
Next Level: Turn Your Consistent Storyboard into Motion
Once you’ve achieved the perfect look for your characters and shots, you can go one step further:
Use the upgraded Image-to-Video feature to instantly create an animatic.
This transforms your static boards into a flowing pre-visualization — keeping character consistency intact as you test pacing, movement, and tone.
🎨 Does This Work with All Art Styles?
Absolutely!
After setting your character consistency:
Head to the Storyboard
Choose a new Art Style
Click RETRY on all images
The storyboard will regenerate in the new visual style – with your consistent characters intact.
✅ Tips for Best Results
Always combine image reference and detailed descriptions for best results
Be specific (e.g., “short gray beard” instead of “beard”)
Use Clothing & Accessories to handle outfit or appearance changes
Use the VARIATION feature to add additional consistent characters, props or products.
When uploading your own character image, update the description to match the image
✅ Summary
Character Editor = perfect for setting and locking in a strong reference look.
Variation Feature = perfect for evolving scenes while keeping characters, props, and locations consistent.
Image-to-Video = perfect for animating your consistent boards into a cinematic pre-visualization.
With these tools, you’ll get maximum consistency across your storyboard — from the first shot to the final animatic.
💬 Still Need Help?
If your characters aren’t generating consistently or something seems off, reach out via our support chat.
We’re happy to take a look at your project and help you troubleshoot.