Warner Bros. Discovery · 6 hours ago
Story Artist
Burbank, California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$52.83/hr - $82.50/hrWarner Bros. Pictures Animation is a leading studio in feature animation, known for its iconic works and modern classics. The Story Artist plays a crucial role in creating visual sequences that effectively tell stories, collaborating closely with directors and creative teams to ensure alignment with the project's creative goals.
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Responsibilities
Create storyboard sequences, from quick sketches to detailed storyboard panels from a script, pitches or thumbnails
Pitch thumbnails or rough storyboards to the Director, Head of Story, crew, and creative department heads
Collaborate with Director, Head of Story to define staging, pacing, and camera
Develop innovative performance, action, and humor ideas
Deliver storyboards that align with the creative goal of the project while meeting predetermined deadlines
Qualification
Required
Must have a storyboard portfolio that demonstrates a clear understanding of the principles of animation, storytelling and filmmaking
Portfolio should demonstrate staging, acting, scene composition and camera movement skills
Must be able to work on a team of artists, take direction and feedback from creative leadership
Comfortable iterating until the final design is realized and approved
Manage time efficiently to meet deadlines and production milestones
Passion for animation
Must be able to be in the studio 3 days a week
Preferred
Ideal candidates will have samples of comedy, action, and drama scenes in their portfolio
Degree or certificate in animation or art preferred
Advanced knowledge of Storyboard Pro and/or Photoshop, experience with FLIX and Wacom Cintiq drawing tablet a plus
Benefits
This role qualifies for benefits according to the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Company
Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros.
Founded in 2022
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$17.5BKey Investors
JP Morgan
2025-12-05Acquired
2025-06-09Post Ipo Debt· $17.5B
2005-07-15IPO
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