Job Title:  Storyboard Artist - Kung Fu Panda

Department: Nickelodeon Animation Studios - Kung Fu Panda

Reports To:  Line Producer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet with creative supervisors to discuss objectives of storyboard; what is desired or to be achieved
• Create storyboards by implementing storytelling objectives. Follow instructions of creative supervisors
• Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
• Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
• Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
• Follow proper document management requirements (i.e., file naming and storage) according to the production’s guidelines
• Meet all deadlines as determined by Line Producer or Production Manager
• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings and pitches as needed
• Maybe be required to pitch Storyboards
• Ensure all storyboard notes are added
• Assist with special projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Must have full knowledge/skills of the 2 D animation process
• Must have strong life drawing skills
• Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
• Must be able to draw "funny"
• Strong staging and composition skills
• Strong drawing and mechanical skills
• Strong draftsmanship
• CG boarding experience a plus
• Action/adventure boarding experience a plus
• Strong time-management skills
• Ability to multitask a plus
• PLEASE NOTE: A storyboard test will be required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum of 3- 5 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

How to Apply!

To apply for this position, you must submit your resume online and submit a flat book portfolio and DVD directly to the animation studio. Before we can review your portfolio, you MUST fill out a portfolio release form. 

To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf  

Mail the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:

Attn: Portfolio Submissions

231 West Olive Avenue

Burbank, CA 91502

Please include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying!