Senior Storyboard Artist (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Storyboard Artist (Gamedev): Creating storyboard sequences from thumbnail to finish, implementing storytelling objectives as directed by the script and director with an accent on dynamic staging, filmmaking fundamentals, and character acting. Focus on ensuring storyboards align with creative goals and collaborating with the team to review and revise storyboards.

Location: Hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home in Irvine, CA. The company may explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements. Must be located in the U.S.

Salary: $92,920.00 - $171,814.00 Annual (U.S. locations)

Company

hirify.global Entertainment is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences, best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®.

What you will do

• Create storyboard sequences from thumbnail, to rough, to clean finish that implement storytelling objectives.
• Ensure storyboards align with the creative goals of the leadership team, adhering to the vision, style, and storytelling objectives.
• Collaborate with the Director to discuss storytelling direction, design requirements, and expected level of polish for each episode.
• Regularly meet with Supervisor, Director, Producer, Editor, and fellow Storyboard Artists to thoroughly review, discuss, execute, and revise storyboards.
• Pitch storyboards to Supervisor, Director, crew, executives, and stakeholders – Receive feedback, then implement notes given.
• Follow proper document management and delivery requirements according to the productions’ guidelines.

Requirements

• 8+ years as storyboard artist and/or director.
• Relevant drawing experience necessary – Strong figurative and perspective draftsmanship a must.
• Ability to draw characters on model and in a 3-Dimensional setting by providing cleaned-up storyboards with attention to clarity and entertainment value.
• Adept staging, cinematography and composition skills through drawing and software use.
• Advanced knowledge of hardware and software including Cintiq, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, and Photoshop - Blender 3D a plus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, and more.
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching.
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave.
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs.
• Possible relocation assistance if the Company requires you to move geographic locations for the job.