Summary
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The Storyboard artist draws a scene-by-scene visual story based on script.
Responsibilities:
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Create storyboard: thumbnail/rough storyboard panels through delivery of finished storyboard sequences
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Ensure that the vision and style of the show is consistently adhered to through execution of action, staging, dialogue and camera
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Pitch storyboards to Director, crew and Executives
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Address notes from Director and Creative Supervisors
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Collaborate with creative department heads and production to review goals and vision for the storyboards and discuss concerns, timelines and complexity, given the parameters of the schedule; Responsible for completing all deliverables on time and according to production schedule and within guidelines/show parameters such as number of scenes, complexity requirements, etc.
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Ensure that storyboard includes all final dialogue, backgrounds, direction, camera moves and action by making drawing or text changes in description, dialogue or numbering
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Submit work that appropriately aligns with production and workflow guidelines requirements (i.e., naming conventions and storage)
Qualifications
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Minimum of 2 - 3 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show
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Knowledge and experience with television animation production pipeline a plus
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Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boon Storyboard Pro, and Photoshop
Skills:
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Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
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Strong in comedy, action, emotional storytelling, and character interaction
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Strong staging, composition and cinematography skills
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Ability to draw characters and environments on model within show style
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Ability to write clear and specific direction on storyboards
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Solid and consistent time-management skills
Education
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Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience
Job Location
: Burbank, CA
The pay rate for this role in California is $68.02 to $74.32 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit:
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.