Remote Focused
IDEO-Storyboarding
Create a user scenario or story as a group by drawing it in sequential panels, like a comic book. Aim for eight panels and give participants ten minutes to complete the story. Imagery can be low fidelity—even emojis work—as long as the narrative is clear.
Duration
45 mins
Group Size
3-8
Category
Remote Focused
Difficulty
Easy
Visualize user activities to build empathy. Identify critical moments in the user journey. Uncover gaps and problems in the current experience. Create a shared understanding of user needs.
A storyboard illustrating a visual narrative of an experience. Effectively communicated ideas.
Good research makes this exercise stronger. Emphasize narrative over artistic skill. Timeboxing forces efficient idea capture, even if imperfectly. A "narrator" role can ensure story cohesion.
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