Storyboard Artist at The Walt Disney Company
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Job Type: Project Hire (Hybrid)
Salary: $108,200 – $139,900 per year
About the Company
The Walt Disney Company is a globally recognized leader in film, television, and digital entertainment production. Known for iconic franchises like Star Wars and Indiana Jones, the company continues to push the boundaries of storytelling through cutting-edge animation, visual effects, and immersive entertainment experiences.
Job Overview
The Storyboard Artist plays a key role in visual storytelling, working closely with writers and directors to bring scripts to life in a 3D animation environment. This role focuses on staging, camera work, composition, and timing to create compelling sequences for story reels.
This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to be based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Key Responsibilities
- Create visual storyboards from scripts using 3D tools and techniques
- Develop camera angles, composition, pacing, and shot continuity
- Set up scenes and cameras in a 3D environment
- Edit storyboard sequences into animatic/story reels
- Collaborate with directors and writers to refine storytelling
- Ensure scenes align with narrative goals and production requirements
- Participate in innovative projects leveraging visual storytelling techniques
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in film or television production
- Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling, staging, and composition
- Proficiency in 2D storyboarding or equivalent skills
- Experience with 3D animation software (preferred)
- Strong understanding of camera movement and cinematic techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively in a production environment
- Comfortable working extensively with computer-based tools
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Film, Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field is recommended.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential bonuses and incentives
- Comprehensive medical and financial benefits
- Opportunity to work on world-class animation projects
- Collaborative and creative work environment
- Career development within a global entertainment company