Storyboard Artist - 3D (BC)

Mainframe Studios

About The Position

At Mainframe Studios, we are creators first and have been for over 25 years, collaborating on kickass projects with partners like Mattel, Netflix, DreamWorks, Sony, Silvergate, and Nickelodeon. We value diversity and welcome applicants from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, indigenous communities, and those with diverse abilities. On a CG animated production, the Storyboard Artist's role is to work with the Director or Storyboard Director to translate the script into a visual medium. We are looking for talented individuals with mad skills to join our team.

Requirements

  • Strong drawing skills with the ability to capture character action, emotion, and attitude through storyboard panels.
  • Excellent storytelling skills.
  • Solid knowledge of film grammar, shot composition, and cinematographic tools and their use for optimal storytelling.
  • Ability to adapt to a variety of styles ranging from cartoony to realistic.
  • Experience with digital storyboarding tools.

Nice To Haves

  • Degree and/or diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • 2-3+ years of experience working in a professional environment within their discipline.

Responsibilities

  • Under the leadership of the Head of Story and/or a Senior Storyboard Artist, translates script pages into storyboard panels using designs.
  • Creates story sequences that reflect the emotional, action, and/or comedic intent of a scene/sequence.
  • Actively participates in brainstorming sessions to come up with story, emotional, and comedic ideas.
  • Uses staging, shot composition, screen direction, and cutting for effective storytelling.
  • Focuses on continuity from shot-to-shot in his/her assigned sequence and collaborates with other story artists to ensure continuity from sequence to sequence.

Benefits

  • Mainframe Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable law.
  • This policy applies to every aspect of employment at Mainframe Studios, including recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, and termination.
  • We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and partners.
  • Should you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please let us know your requirements when contacted.
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service