Storyboard Artists

Description:

The role is only open to applicants willing to relocate to Ireland when required and applicants should ideally be eligible to work within the EEA. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions this position may commence as a remote working position becoming an in-house position when it is possible to do so.Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Storyboard Supervisor and Episodic Director(s) to develop expressive, entertaining storyboards, following the cinematic style and storytelling rules of the project

• Work closely with Creative Supervisor(s) to discuss and plan episodic boards to make sure the key themes and objectives of each episode are achieved

• Follow episodic briefs and work assignments provided by supervisor(s)

• Ensure quality, direction and style of show is consistently achieved and strived for throughout production

• Work with Editor to ensure storyboard panels are delivered correctly

• Attend pitch meetings, reviews and episodic launches as required.

• Implement internal and external client notes as required

• Meet all deadlines and milestones as set out by Production team

• Communicate progress of work to supervisor(s) and production team

• Be proactive in flagging any potential issues or delays to supervisor(s) and production team

• Follow Storyboard workflows and file management systems according to production guidelines

• 2+ years of experience in animated projects, preferably with CG TV series

• Ability to express character emotion and attitude through drawings

• Great understanding of cinematography, staging and storytelling

• Strong knowledge of anatomy, perspective, and composition

• Ability to brainstorm inventive ideas to plus story material

• Willingness to rework material multiple times while keeping a fresh eye

• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple tasks in a fast-paced production

• Ability to quickly and effectively illustrate in any style required

• Proven and Effective communication skills both written and verbal

• Manage timelines ensuring work is delivered on schedule

• Expert Adobe Photoshop skills

• Experience with Flix and Shotgrid a plus