Story Artist

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:
Quick Summary (full description below): DreamWorks Animation seeks a Story Artist for feature animation in Glendale, CA, to contribute to storyboarding, creative development, and asset management with a strong sense of humor and entertainment.

Years of Experience Required: Preferred: 3+ years (36+ Months)
Salary: $83,428 - $135,000 per year
Required Experience: Proficiency in Photoshop or similar software; strong storytelling, staging, and composition skills
Preferred Skills/Experience: Background in art or animation, familiarity with storyboarding software, and a solid understanding of editorial processes
Workplace Requirements: Location: Glendale, CA; Hybrid (minimum of three days in-office per week)
Education Requirements: Required: not mentioned; Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Art, Animation, or equivalent experience
Hard Skills Required: Knowledge of acting, anatomy, perspective, staging, composition, software for creation and asset management, and storyboard presentation
Soft Skills Required: Creativity, time management, effective communication, sense of humor, and team collaboration
Benefits: Not mentioned

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Full Posting:
Company: DreamWorks Animation
Job Title: Story Artist
Location: Glendale, CA

Description:
DreamWorks Animation is hiring a Story Artist to contribute to its feature animation projects. The position involves working closely with directors, writers, and other artists to create compelling storyboards, add creative ideas to story material, and effectively manage story assets.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and present storyboards with strong staging, composition, and storytelling elements.
• Incorporate knowledge of acting, anatomy, perspective, and editorial into story material.
• Generate inventive and entertaining ideas to enhance story content.
• Utilize software for storyboard creation and asset management.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure deadlines are met.

Qualifications:
• Required:
- Proficiency in Photoshop or similar software.
- Strong knowledge of acting, anatomy, perspective, staging, and composition.
- Ability to present storyboards effectively.
• Preferred:
- 3+ years of professional experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Animation, or equivalent work experience.
- Familiarity with editorial processes and willingness to learn applicable software.

Additional Requirements:
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, including weekends, on short notice if needed.
• A reel or portfolio of work examples is required; include a web address when submitting your resume.

Workplace Arrangement:
• Hybrid role: Minimum three days in-office per week.

Compensation:
• Salary Range: $83,428 - $135,000 per year.