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Froggy Heart Animation Studio is Moldova’s fastest growing animation company with long term projects related to high end 3D animation series “A Little Frog’s Heart” written by Emmy Award-winning screenwriter Jeffrey Scott (www.jeffreyscott.tv).
Our young, talented, motivated and international team of experts and newcomers forms the basis of our successful animation project.
If you are passionate about animation and want to become a part of our successful story then apply now!

POSITION: STORYBOARD ARTIST
POSITION LOCATION: Republic of Moldova, Chisinau
REPORTS TO: Director
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time

Summary
Storyboard Artists illustrate the narrative, plan shots, and draw panels to demonstrate action and maintain continuity between scenes. They will work closely with the Storyboard Supervisor and, possibly, with the Scriptwriter, Producer, client or Director, to visualize and tell the story.

They will prepare the storyboards for production, including indications for dialogue, character performance and camera moves. At different levels of production Storyboard Artist will produce rough and cleaned-up images of shots defining the locations, characters and props.

They may need to revise their work to reflect a changing script or comments from the Director, Producer or client.

Responsibilities
• be able to tell a good story
• be highly film literate, with a good understanding of layout, composition, sequential drawing and editing
• have excellent drawing skills and the ability to adapt to a wide range of styles
• be able to work either independently or as part of a team
• be able to take direction, and be prepared to make changes to your work in response to constructive feedback
• be able to follow established designs and produce consistent work, drawn on model
• have good communication and presentation skills
• have good computer literacy
• be familiar with relevant storyboard, graphics and editing software
• be conscious of any relevant technical or budgetary restrictions
• be able to work calmly and efficiently to tight deadlines

Qualifications
There are no formal qualifications required to be a storyboard artist, although an academic background in Animation, Art and Design can be beneficial. This could be art, design or media production. The demand is for storyboard artists who can convey themes, concept and “blocking” (practical pre-planning of producible scenes) in an easy-to-understand way.

Skills
• An ability to understand complex or ambiguous production instructions given to the artist in the initial meeting
• A creative mind which can conjure new perspectives
• A sympathetic approach to the time constraints of media production
• Strong artistic ability, and knowledge of how to present visuals in a convincing way
• Willingness to consider and learn different/new artistic styles outside the “comfort zone”
• Strong understanding of computer design software suites, where appropriate

ADDITIONAL INFO:
• The base monthly salary is 600$
• The Company will cover the transport and accommodation expenses to/in Moldova

Please be advised that Moldova is a lovely small country from the south-eastern of Europe, with very warm and welcoming people who will make you feel almost as home.

Should you feel confident about your competency for this role and should you be interested in this position, please send your resumes and portfolios, links/reels directly to: hr@froggyheart.com.

Thank you for your interest and please be advised that only selected candidates will be contacted.

From AnimatedJobs.com

We need about 20 backgrounds done. It could start immediately and then after an initial test, work around your schedule for the next couple months. Pay is $2k.

We’d do it in two parts – super-short term as a test for the first background, and then the rest all together.

For style, think Peppa Pig – clean, quick and colorful.

Please submit a link to your website, three background images you’ve made that are indicative of the quality level you can create for this budget, and you’re availability. Use the subject line: Background Artist: [Your Name]

I’m at jeremy@g-dcast.com

General Summary

The Head of Story, in concert with the Director, translates and interprets story lines into a visual medium via sketches, thumbnail drawings and finished storyboard drawings. Storyboards are the foundation of the production. The Head of Story is responsible for managing the Storyboard Department and the department’s Storyboard Artists.

Essential Job Functions

·       Leads and actively manages Storyboard Artists and storyboarding process.

·       Reviews, critiques, adjusts and approves work created in advance of Director review.

·       Serves as creative story lead.

·             Delivers storyboard assignments on time and on budget, which includes developing and maintaining schedules and standards for the department that are consistent with the needs of the Production.

·       Illustrates script pages and story ideas.

·       Develops character personality and dramatic/comedic action.

·       Works with Director (and Editor) to define staging, pacing, layout and camera action.

·       Incorporates Director’s notes.

·       Creates quick thumbnail sketches through to finished detailed storyboard panels.

·             Works with the Director, Producer and Editorial staff to review and adjust story schedules as needed.

·             Liaises with other key department heads such as Puppets, RP, Art and Camera to ensure healthy cross department communication and information sharing.

Qualifications

·       Experience as a Head of Story on a theatrically released Feature Animated Film.

·       Experience as a storyboard artist on Feature Films.

·       5+ years experience on Animated Feature Films.

·       Strong drawing ability for conveying character and action.

·             Strong understanding of basic story structure, character development, staging, layout, cutting and a cinematic / dynamic use of camera.

·       Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

·       Ability to visually analyze and translate scripts.

·       Ability to create quick sketches through to finished storyboard panels.

·             Ability to create inventive ideas and stories with a sense of entertainment and humor for multiple types of creative projects.

·       Experience with the Wacom Cintiq drawing tablet, a plus.

·       Experience with Photoshop, a plus.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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