Storyboard Revisionist, CG

Overview

WildBrain Studios is looking for a Storyboard Revisionist to join our team! 

Reporting to the Producer, in this position you'll work from the Directors' notes to enhance storytelling and fix problematic sequences in a board. Aside from first-rate drawing skills, you'll need speed, the ability to take and interpret direction, and a knack for adding great poses and expressions to punch up specific scenes. You'll be improving your craft through hands-on experience with our accomplished team of Board Artists and Directors, learning their tricks of the trade. 

This role is required to be located in BC.

Find a job that lets your imagination run wild!  

WildBrain Studios produces fan-favorite animation and award-winning content that kids and families love in every corner of the globe. We love what we do and it shows in the quality content we produce! Our custom-built Vancouver studio in beautiful British Columbia is a wonderful backdrop for our artists, but it doesn’t end there, we have employees working remotely across BC, Canada, and the world!  Our artist-centric culture means we invest in our people, we provide training and growth opportunities, a healthy work-life balance, and fun activities throughout the year to meet, mingle and get creative with your team. If you like what you are reading so far, well buckle up, we’re just getting started! 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You'll Do:

• Discussing and implementing necessary changes to boards 
• Following direction given in notes and discussions to revise boards to production expectations 
• Maintaining awareness of the series/show’s continuity, and ensuring the style and quality of the production is consistently met in board work 
• Communicating progress or issues with Supervisors, to ensure all deadlines are met 
• Assisting with and completing production-related assignments 
• Keeping current on storyboarding techniques and technology 

What You’ll Bring:

• You have previous experience as a Storyboard Artist or Revisionist for an animated series
• You possess a strong understanding of filmic storytelling principles and techniques
• You have a Degree/Diploma from a recognized animation school
• You are known for both your drawing skills and your sense of humour!
• Ability to work digitally (Cintiq with Sketchbook, Photoshop or Flash, etc.)
• Ability to organize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner
• Strong drawing skills and sense of design, character and composition
• Strong sense of acting and timing
• Creative problem solving skills

This is a Union position and the terms and conditions of employment are covered by a collective agreement. 

Why WildBrain

Pay Range: $1152.99 CAD per week based on a 40-hour work week.

Candidates pay may vary based on the level, responsibilities and expectations of the role. We also take into consideration the experience and skills that individual brings, with consideration of our internal equity.   

We make sure to take care of all our hard-working Wild Brains by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values our employees’ wellbeing. Our staff enjoy RRSP matching, multi-tiered benefits so you can pick the coverage that’s best for you, free mental health resources, and additional perks like regular events to connect our teams virtually, and in-person.   

Learn more about our benefits here and IATSE Local 938 site.  

In short – life is good on the Wild side!  

Visit wildbrain.com/studios to learn more!  

" WildBrain Studio provides an atmosphere free from barriers to promote inclusion, equity and diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to this by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. WildBrain Studio also accommodates people with disabilities throughout the selection process. Should you require accommodation, please let us know your requirements when contacted.”