Blue Zoo
is hiring
Storyboard Artist
Contract
Remote Work Possible
Hybrid in London, United Kingdom
Our Storyboard Artists above all have excellent narrative and drawing skills, and a clear grasp of staging, character and comedy. Our artists work with the director and supervisor closely to create dynamic and narrative driven boards successfully.
We are looking for this role to start in January 2026.
Please note that this vacancy can close early if we receive a high number of applications. We are very happy to discuss flexible, hybrid and remote working options for all our vacancies.
Day to Day:
- Working with the Director and Supervisor to create coherent and finished storyboards.
- Working with the writing team and Supervisor to inform the narrative and comedy of each episode.
- Interpreting and applying comedic timing from the scripts effectively.
- Maintaining consistency and perspective when drawing characters throughout all boards, staying on model.
- Working alongside the project Directors to ensure fixes and feedback has been built-in into the boards.
Must Have:
- Excellent understanding of perspective.
- Exceptional understanding of applying strong posing and character.
- Demonstrable knowledge of PanelForge.
- Knowledge of layout and composition.
- A demonstrated and accomplished understanding of story and staging.
- Ability to communicate emotive character and witty comedy throughout boards.
- The ability to deliver on schedule, working calmly and efficiently under pressure
- Previous production experience in the animation industry
Bonus Points:
- Both self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Able to take direction and willing to address constructive feedback
- Able to communicate clearly with colleagues
- Able to work collaboratively, as well as independently
- Have an appreciation of accuracy and pay close attention to detail
Anticipating this role to start in January 2026. Must have the right to work in the UK
We're a multi BAFTA award winning creative led animation production company that combines the skill, experience and resources of a large studio, with the passion, ambition and friendliness of a small studio.
We create animations of all shapes and sizes, from simple 2D mixed media commercials to long form 3D TV series. Take a look at our range of work and get in contact to discuss what we could create for you.
We create animations of all shapes and sizes, from simple 2D mixed media commercials to long form 3D TV series. Take a look at our range of work and get in contact to discuss what we could create for you.
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