Storyboard and Color Artist (Animation)

TL;DR

Storyboard and Color Artist (Animation): Developing visual sequences and lighting direction for an original anime series with an accent on dynamic fight choreography and visual consistency. Focus on collaborative feedback with the director and showrunner to elevate key moments in episodic production.

Location: Must be based in the United States and available for discussions between 2 PM – 11 PM PST.

Salary: $100 per episode (storyboard)

Company

An independent anime production company creating original web anime and webtoon series using a hybrid production model with AI integration.

What you will do

• Create rough storyboard key frames for episodic scripts or shot lists.
• Design dynamic fight choreography and camera angles for action sequences.
• Collaborate with the Director and Showrunner on visual and lighting reviews.
• Provide sketch-over notes and visual guidance to maintain art style consistency.
• Ensure high-quality visual storytelling across key frames and scenes.

Requirements

• Must be based in the United States for team collaboration.
• English proficiency required for narrative and visual discussions.
• Strong grasp of action choreography, fight staging, and dynamic camera work.
• Proven ability to communicate visual ideas through sketches and paint-overs.
• Professional portfolio showcasing animation, anime, or webtoon-style work.

Nice to have

• Experience in animation pipelines.
• Background as an art director, color designer, or animation supervisor.
• Familiarity with lighting scripts and mood development for anime.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first environment with flexible production collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on an innovative hybrid anime production model.
• Creative team with background in TV, advertising, and feature film.