Storyboard Supervisor

At **Mainframe Studios**, we’re creators first. We eat creative and technical challenges for breakfast and come back for more. We’ve been doing this for 25+ years, and we’re still going strong. From our artists to our technical and production folks, everyone is passionate about collaborating on some kickass projects. With partners like Mattel, Netflix, DreamWorks, Sony, Silvergate, and Nickelodeon, it's no wonder we’ve established ourselves as a creative force to be reckoned with.
- In crewing our shows, Mainframe Studios values the strength in the diversity of backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities. We welcome and encourage applicants who bring new perspectives and experiences to our teams. We strongly encourage people from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, and indigenous communities and those with diverse abilities to apply._

**WE WANT YOU **(and your mad skills)

Following the Creative Executive Producer(s)’ and Director's creative objectives on a CG animated series or film, the Storyboard Supervisor is responsible for leading the team of artists whose job it is to translate the script into a visual medium.

**In this role you will**:

- Leads the storyboarding process and manages the team of artists who are responsible for setting up the project's creative foundation.
Collaborates with the Executive Producer(s), and Director to plus the script.
- Assigns storyboard sequences and casts storyboard artists based on their strengths and level of expertise. Provides specific instructions for the artists to follow.
- Supervises the Storyboard team and provides performance feedback on a regular basis.
- Mentors the storyboard artists and assists in their career development
- Responsible for overseeing shot and sequence continuity.
- Responsible for assisting in staffing the team (interviews and talent selection).
- As a veteran storyteller, functions as both a guide and a source of inspiration, creating a nurturing environment where artists feel confident sharing ideas, developing concepts and providing constructive feedback.

**Need to have**:

- Degree and/or diploma in fine arts or animation or equivalent experience is required.
- Excellent drawing skills with the ability to capture character action, emotion and attitude through storyboard panels.
- Outstanding ability to analyze story structure, track and implement character development and arc.
Superior 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.
- Advanced knowledge of digital storyboarding tools.

**Software you will use**:

- Storyboard Pro
- Photoshop
- Blender

**Nice to have**:

- 6-10 years of experience working in a professional environment within their discipline.
- Worked on at least 2-3 high-end, television or feature quality productions.
- Lead or Supervisor experience preferred.
- 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._