Storyboard Artist for Guru Studio

AnimationClub; Canada; Remote; CAD 3,400 - 4,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Health & wellness support

Learning opportunities

Philanthropic initiatives

Flexible studio access

Team building events

Job summary

Guru Studio is seeking a skilled Storyboard Artist for a new action-comedy wrestling shorts series for kids aged 8-11. You will redraw panels, follow director notes, and communicate progress to the production team while ensuring story clarity and visual style.

Must be able to work quickly in a digital environment with StoryboardPRO and/or Photoshop, maintaining high quality and storytelling standards. Fixed-term contract around 4 weeks with remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in storyboarding or animation.
• Excellent drawing and composition skills.
• Solid knowledge of storytelling, including language, acting and craft.
• Able to work quickly with high quality under deadlines.
• Proficient with digital tools; experience with StoryboardPRO and/or Photoshop

Responsibilities

• Redraw panels under director’s notes quickly and efficiently.
• Follow notes and direction from the team.
• Communicate progress to the director and production team.
• Maintain consistent show style and storytelling in storyboard work.
• Work in a loose gestural style to meet deadlines while preserving quality

Skills

Storyboard

Storytelling

Tools

StoryboardPRO

Photoshop

Job description

Step into the ring and join Guru Studio as a Storyboard Artist on a new action-comedy wrestling shorts series for kids 8-11 from one of the creative powerhouses behind Total Drama Island!

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, their studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.

Responsibilities:

• Redraw panels under director’s note quickly and efficiently
• Follow instructions as per the notes and discussions
• Communicate progress of work to director, assistant director and production team
• Ensure quality and style of the show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
• Must be comfortable drawing in a loose gestural style in order to meet all deadlines, while still maintaining quality standards and clear storytelling

Contract duration: Fixed-term contract of approximately 4 weeks

Expected compensation: $4,000 per board ($1,000 per one minute episode) depending on experience and role requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experienced is required
• Excellent drawing and composition skills
• Solid knowledge of story, including language, acting and craft
• Must be able to work fast and efficiently
• Must work digitally. Experience working in StoryboardPRO and/or Photoshop

Offer includes

• They create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as their core values
• They take great pride in their work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
• They encourage individuals to grow with them by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
• They are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support their local and global community through their charity committee Guru Gives
• They offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
• They allow the flexibility to work remotely while making their downtown studio available for in-person team building and collaboration

What courses might help youto get intothe company

Master the exact workflow used in professional animation pipelines by learning the timeless 12 basic principles of animation. From timing, spacing, and volume control to easing in and out, and so much more. We will go over everything you need to understand about animation in just 3 months.
By the end you'll have created your first portfolio-ready animated shots

Jump into developing dynamic character animation by building strong foundations in walk cycles, posing, and design, then progressing into action shots, perspective, and movement in space. You’ll refine weight, rhythm, and staging, and finish by assembling a polished demo reel that showcases your character in motion.
New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.

In this course, you’ll focus on character acting in 2D animation, learning how to bring emotion and personality into your work. You’ll develop expressive performances by studying references and analyzing character emotions then translating them into believable movement.
You’ll go beyond mechanics and learn how to create authentic, engaging performances that connect with the audience.
New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.

2D Animation Short film creation Starting soon

In the Short Film Creation course you'll be animating a teaser trailer. Students will collaborate as a full production team, animators, artists, and composers, building the project from concept to final cut. It’s fandom, craft, and industry-level storytelling all in one epic experience.
Please submit your portfolio to enroll in the course.