Freelance Storyboard Artist - Vancouver, Canada - ICON Creative Studio

ICON Creative Studio

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Work from home.
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Short-term contract
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Must be able to prove BC residency.
Freelance Storyboard Artist

Required Skills:

Excellent understanding of animation timing and posing
Familiarity with 3D animation and the strengths and weaknesses of CGI animation
Superior understanding of filmic storytelling principles and techniques
Deadline motivated
Critical thinking skills
Planning and management skills
Able to communicate processes plans and concepts
Able to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas
Able to communicate in a professional and positive manner
Able to create entertaining and persuasive messages through storyboards
Able to present specific viewpoints
Able to take direction, collaborate, and be a team player
Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently
Able to work alone and collaboratively, often with multiple tasks and under deadline pressure
Encourage feedback and new initiatives
Able to adapt to multiple show styles
Must be open to direction and able to embrace change

**Job Duties: - Storyboard Artists illustrate the narrative, plan shots, and draw panels to demonstrate action and maintain continuity between scenes.

They work closely with the Director and, possibly, with the scriptwriter, Producer, client or Storyboard Supervisor, to visualize and tell the story.
The Storyboard Artist is required to prepare the storyboards for production, including indications of dialogue, character performance and camera moves, and could be asked to produce their work either as rough or cleanedup drawings.
Ensure that the production for which he/she is responsible is completed on time
Ensure the production meets the standard of quality set by the Production
Consult with Storyboard Supervisor/Series Director as to the technical feasibility of elements in the script and suggest creative solutions that will maintain the vision of the series
Study scripts to determine artistic interpretation and design boards in conjunction with the Series Director/Storyboard Supervisor
Communicate ideas effectively and recommend solutions to help interpret the script visually
Consult with Series Director/ Storyboard Supervisor to approve the final storyboard panels and make revisions as needed
Maximize the reuse of assets with minor changes
Overall, be aware of the series/show's continuity
Mentor new storyboard artists who are placed on the team
Actively participate in productionrelated meetings by offering thoughts and ideas
Assist with and complete productionrelated assignments
Keep current on storyboarding techniques and technology
Carry out duties in a professional and positive manner