Storyboard Artist

Job Description

The Position:

We are looking for Storyboard Artist, with experience in CG Series, Short Film and TVC  production, to join our storyboard department.

Main Responsibilities Include:

• Reading and interpreting scripts.
• Breaking down the script with the director to identify key scenes and plan them visually.
• Sequencing the scenes from a script into storyboard format using panels of images (Thumbnails).
• Meeting with teams about the updated storyboards.
• Amending storyboard scenes during the course of production.

Software and tools

Storyboard artists may work with a combination of pen and paper and computer software such as:

• Adobe Photoshop
• Toon Boom Harmony / Toon Boom Storyboard

Skills and Technical Knowledge Requirements:

Storyboard artists work closely with the director to give graphic representation to their vision of the script. They need strong visual storytelling skills to bring a script to life for the first time.

M2 are looking for the following skills in a storyboard artist:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with concept artists, writers, directors, clients, etc to visualize the story.
• Training in animation.
• Presentation skills.
• Fluency in visual storytelling.
• Knowledge of various styles and genres.
• Talent for sketching.
• Photography skills may be beneficial.
• Understanding of the principles of animation.
• Knowledge of the principles of storytelling.
• Ability to interpret the ideas of others into detailed drawings.
• Analytical skills.
• Strong layout and design skills.
• Adaptability in working with different directors and production teams.
• Skills in both hand drawing and computer drawing.
• Decent knowledge of camera angles and cinematography techniques.
• Editing skills.