Storyboard Revisionists

Princess Bento Studio; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Princess Bento Studio is seeking a Storyboard Revisionist based in Australia to collaborate with the Storyboard Supervisor and the team to revise and refine storyboards, ensuring accuracy, visual appeal and consistency with the show's style and guidelines.

You must be based in Australia with full working rights and have 2D episodic series/longform experience. Proficiency in Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Toon Boom Harmony is essential; familiarity with ShotGrid (Flow) is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Animation or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver, receive, respond and apply feedback constructively to improve work output.
• A strong eye for detail to improve quality and consistency of the show style.
• Thorough knowledge of the animation production pipeline and animation process.
• A strong portfolio of work demonstrating technical accuracy and proficiency.
• Work within given timeframes and adapt to changes under pressure.
• Proficient use of Storyboard Pro, Photoshop and Toon Boom Harmony; Shotgrid familiarity is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Storyboard Supervisor and team to revise and refine storyboards.
• Ensure visual consistency with the show's style and tone.
• Utilise Storyboard Pro to create and refine storyboards.
• Ensure camera angles and transitions are accurately depicted.
• Address pacing and visual storytelling issues to convey the intended story.
• Revise or refine storyboards based on feedback from creators and script changes.
• Meet deadlines and adapt to changing schedules while maintaining quality.
• Share knowledge and maintain organized digital files and project notes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Feedback integration

Time management

Education

Animation-related qualification

Tools

Storyboard Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Toon Boom Harmony

Shotgrid (Flow)

Job description

• Must be based in Australia with full working rights
• 2D Episodic series / longform experience is essential

The Storyboard Revisionist collaborates with the Storyboard Supervisor and team to revise and refine storyboards ensuring they are accurate, visually appealing and maintain the show's style and guidelines.

Areas of Accountability

Creative Direction

• Ensure visual consistency with the show's style and tone.
• Utilise Storyboard Pro to create and refine storyboards.
• Ensure technical aspects of the storyboard, such as camera angles and transitions, are accurately depicted.
• Consider references and design assumptions provided and maintain alignment with them.
• Address any challenges that arise during the storyboard process, such as pacing issues or visual storytelling problems, to ensure the storyboard effectively communicates the intended story.

Storyboard Refinement

• Revise or refine storyboards based on feedback from the creators and other team members, or to reflect changes in the script or direction.
• Incorporate feedback efficiently, prioritising tasks to ensure timely delivery for revisions.
• Receive feedback constructively and with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Share knowledge and proactively seek clarification to understand project requirements and provide creative input.
• Consistently meet project deadlines without compromising quality.
• Adapt to changing schedules and needs, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
• Quality check your own work, properly understanding and incorporating all notes before submission.
• Maintain organised digital files and ensure all storyboards meet the show's quality standards.

Team Collaboration

• Clearly convey ideas and feedback, actively participating in meetings and brainstorming sessions.
• Work closely with the Storyboard Supervisor, Revisionist Lead and other artists to refine storyboards, fostering positive working relationships internally and externally.

Skills/Experience

• Relevant qualification in Animation or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver, receive, respond and apply feedback constructively in order to improve work output.
• A strong eye for detail to improve quality and consistency of the show style.
• Thorough knowledge of the animation production pipeline and animation process.
• A strong portfolio of work demonstrating technical accuracy and proficiency.
• Work within given timeframes, be able to adapt and complete work under pressure.
• Proficient use of design software Storyboard Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Toon Boom Harmony is essential.
• Familiarity with Shotgrid (Flow) is a bonus