Storyboard Artist

Job Description

The Storyboard Artist is a key creative, storyboarding on an animated TV series/3D CGI production. Working with the Episodic Director(s) and Director, you will be part of a dynamic, creative team, storyboarding for an animated TV series/3D CGI production with the best use of 3d space and camera.

This is a fixed term, 8 month contract based in Dublin.

Please note that our studio operates on a hybrid model, with two days per week required in the studio.

Successful candidate must have the right to work in Ireland for the duration of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating with the Episodic Director to create the highest quality storyboard drawings with the best use of 3D space and cameras.
• Realising Director’s episode vision by giving storyboard handout material attention.
• Responding efficiently to notes and be able to translate revisions during storyboard rough review.
• Adhering to the quality and style of the show and make sure it is consistently achieved in your drawings.
• Meeting all deadlines as determined by the Production Team.
• Proactively communicating regularly with production team/Episodic Director on progress.

Key Requirements

• Knowledge
• Strong understanding of acting and animation posing.
• Production schedule and deadlines.
• Experience
• 3D animation experience (desirable).
• Background in producing storyboards on several previous productions - successfully.
• Track record of working effectively with production and Director teams.
• Demonstrable passion for storytelling.
• Experienced in digital drawing techniques.
• Technical skills
• Excellent drawing skills.
• Ability to translate Director’s creative vision.
• Ability to interpret script and translate it into visual form.
• Strong composition skills.
• Must be able to use digital software such as Storyboard Pro and Photoshop.
• Animation Qualification (desirable).