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Storyboard Artist - Disney Television Animation

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Glendale, +1

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-3 years of storyboard experience, knowledge of animation production, skills in Cintiq and Toon Boom, strong comedy and composition abilities, and a relevant degree or experience.
  • You will create and pitch storyboards, ensure adherence to the show's style, address feedback, collaborate with the team, manage deliverables, and submit work following production guidelines.

Requirements

  • * Minimum of 2 - 3 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show
  • * Knowledge and experience with television animation production pipeline a plus
  • * Knowledge of software and hardware including Cintiq, Toon Boon Storyboard Pro, and Photoshop
  • * Ability to align with style and sensibility of show
  • * Strong in comedy, action, emotional storytelling, and character interaction
  • * Strong staging, composition and cinematography skills
  • * Ability to draw characters and environments on model within show style
  • * Ability to write clear and specific direction on storyboards
  • * Solid and consistent time-management skills
  • * Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience

Responsibilities

  • The Storyboard artist draws a scene-by-scene visual story based on script. Responsibilities include:
  • Creating storyboards: thumbnail/rough storyboard panels through delivery of finished storyboard sequences
  • Ensuring that the vision and style of the show is consistently adhered to through execution of action, staging, dialogue and camera
  • Pitching storyboards to Director, crew and Executives
  • Addressing notes from Director and Creative Supervisors
  • Collaborating 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.
  • Ensuring that storyboard includes all final dialogue, backgrounds, direction, camera moves and action by making drawing or text changes in description, dialogue or numbering
  • Submitting work that appropriately aligns with production and workflow guidelines requirements (i.e., naming conventions and storage)

FAQs

What is the duration of the job posting for the Storyboard Artist position?

The job posting will expire on June 30, 2026.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Storyboard Artist at Disney Television Animation?

The primary responsibilities include creating storyboards, ensuring consistency with the show's vision and style, pitching storyboards, collaborating with creative department heads, addressing notes from the Director, and submitting work according to production and workflow guidelines.

What qualifications are required for the Storyboard Artist role?

A minimum of 2-3 years of storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show, knowledge of television animation production pipeline, experience with software like Cintiq, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, and Photoshop, and strong storytelling, staging, and composition skills.

Is a degree required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required for this position.

Where is the job location for the Storyboard Artist role?

This is a fully on-site role based in Glendale, CA.

What is the pay rate for the Storyboard Artist position?

The pay rate ranges from $68.02 to $74.32 per hour, depending on various factors such as geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Are there benefits provided for this position?

Yes, select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

What skills are important for a Storyboard Artist in this role?

Important skills include the ability to align with the show’s style, strong comedy, action and emotional storytelling, character interaction abilities, staging, composition, cinematography skills, and effective time management.

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