Storyboard Artist (Game)

Glow Production; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative production company in Malaysia is seeking a talented Storyboard Artist. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in the gaming industry, proficient in key storyboard software such as Storyboard Pro and Photoshop. You'll be responsible for interpreting scripts into visual narratives, designing effective shot compositions, and collaborating closely with directors and team members. A passion for innovative storytelling and cinematic techniques is essential for this role, which offers a dynamic and exciting opportunity in an engaging environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Storyboard Artist, preferably in gaming.
• Proficiency in storyboard software is essential.
• Strong understanding of shot composition and pacing is required.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed storyboards that effectively communicate the narrative.
• Design shot compositions, camera angles, and transitions.
• Resolve visual challenges within technical constraints.

Skills

Storyboard software proficiency

Cinematic techniques understanding

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration among team members

Dynamic pose design

Tools

Storyboard Pro

Photoshop

Blender

Job description

Responsibilities

• Interpret scripts and concepts to create detailed storyboards that effectively communicate the narrative and action sequences.
• Design shot compositions, camera angles, and transitions that guide the cinematic flow.
• Work closely with directors, art directors, and other team members to ensure that the visual elements align with the creative vision and technical requirements.
• Develop animatics to previsualize timing, pacing, and motion.
• Identify and resolve narrative or visual challenges, finding creative solutions that work within the game's technical constraints.

Requirements

• Have at least 3-5 years of experience as a Storyboard Artist, preferably in the gaming industry.
• Proficiency in storyboard software and tools. (Storyboard pro, Photoshop, Blender, etc.)
• Good understanding of cinematic techniques, shot composition, and pacing.
• A strong sense of fast-paced action sequences, action choreography, and dynamic pose design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with creating animatics.
• A passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of visual narrative techniques.

Bonus

• Experience in 2d animation (action / VFX) is a plus.