Cowabunga Dudes! Nickelodeon is staffing up on TMNT -- Storyboard Artists, BG and Prop Designers, etc!

Nickelodeon is staffing up on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

They need: Character Designers Prop Designers BG Designers Color Stylists Storyboard Directors Storyboard Artists Storyboard Revisionists

INTERESTED? To apply for these positions, you must submit your resume online at any of the above links (the main job page is here.) You should follow up by submitting a flat book portfolio (do not include any original artwork) and a digital DVD displaying your art directly to the animation studio. ------------ That's all the info I've got -- good luck!

Walt Disney Animation Studios wants to hire artists! Storyboard, Modelers, Animators and more!

This just in: Walt Disney Animation Studios is gearing up for their next feature films and according to their new job postings, they're hiring! Production openings include: Story Artist Modeler CG Animator Character Pipeline TD Character TD Shading/Lighting/FX Pipeline TD  Technology openings include: Senior Systems Engineer Software Engineer Senior Software Engineer, Application and UI Developer

For details and to apply, please visit https://careers.disneyanimation.com/job_groups or the above job links. That's all I know, so visit those links, and good luck to you :)

Storyboard Artist JOBS: DisneyToon Studios Needs Storyboard Artists for Tinkerbell

Just passing along a new job announcement for Storyboard Artists at Walt Disney Animation:

Storyboard Artist  DisneyToon Studios is looking for Storyboard Artists to join the Tinker Bell production team and other projects at their Glendale, CA studio.

For more info, click HERE: http://bit.ly/Storyboard-TinkerBell

Calling all Storyboard Artists -- Nickelodeon Animation Studios wants YOU

Hey storyboard artists...Nickelodeon is looking for STORYBOARD artists for Penguins of Madagascar and TUFF Puppy!

More info on how to apply for these jobs here: http://bit.ly/gjz3El http://bit.ly/g0XVI2

By the way...THREE young artist-friends of mine have gotten their FIRST storyboard artist job in the last couple months. Why? Cuz they're GOOD and HUNGRY and don't let rejection knock them out.

TWO of those guys recently moved from the midwest to L.A. -- without ANY leads or prospects. They got more guts than I ever had. Amazing. They're not letting talk of "the economy" keep them down. Carpe diem, y'all.

Cartoon Jobs: NEW Beavis and Butthead seeks Storyboard Artists and Character Designers

What the --- check out this new job posting:

"Film Roman is currently accepting submissions for upcoming Storyboard and Character Design Positions on the Beavis and Butthead series.  If you have a flair for comedy, kick-ass drawing skills on both characters and backgrounds and a clear, simple and cinematic sense of staging, they'd love to meet you.

Proficiency,  comfort and speed working digitally in Storyboard Pro, with knowledge of Photoshop a MUST. Experience in Prime-time Animation and scripted dialogue driven series a plus.

All submissions/inquiries must be accompanied by a resume and a link to appropriate storyboard samples.  Candidates may be asked to complete a short in-character/on model storyboard test, so only those willing need apply.

Of special interest:

• Primetime Animation samples rather than children's programming .
• Subtle, restrained, yet unique and comic acting choices rather than traditional animation poses.
• Anatomically correct and expressive drawing, especially on hands and fists.

Please send resumes and submissions to:  Shelley.mccully@starz.com "

_________________________________

Pretty wild, huh? It's Beavis and Butthead 2.0: Reboot!

PS: Notice that "Proficiency,  comfort and speed working digitally in Storyboard Pro, with knowledge of Photoshop a MUST." If you're not up to speed on those apps, you gotta get hustlin'.

Check out my 3 hours of Toon Boom Storyboard Pro video tutorials at: http://bit.ly/StoryboardPro2

Animation Jobs: Film Roman seeks Flash Animator

Animation Job Alert! This announcement is cut/pasted from Th Animation Guild job hotline:

Film Roman is looking for someone with strong Animation and Compositing skills to help with creative retakes on an animated series. Should be well versed in both Flash and After Effects. In this position you may have to fix Animation or Animate from scratch, fix an effect or create one and/or Re-composite scenes.  They need to fill this position by mid-October.

Please send resumes to:   Shelley.mccully@starz.com

That's all I know...good luck!

JOBS: DisneyToon Studios Looking for Story Artist

DisneyToon Studios has openings for Storyboard Artists to join the production team at their Glendale, CA studio. This position is represented by the Animation Guild.

Responsibilities:
    
• Translate story ideas into visual sequences based on notes and meetings with the Director and other members of the story team.
• Work closely with Director, Head of Story, Art Director and other members of the production team to develop the cinematography and staging; choosing initial camera placement and angles; defining action and camera movement.
• Convey the essence of story line, scene structure, character emotion and create action and humor in alignment with the overall direction of the film.
• Solve story and structure problems -- punch up scenes.

Qualifications:

• 3 years professional experience required, feature animation experience preferred
• Experience on multiple Feature Films and/or Television Series as a Story Artist
• Ability to work digitally required, i.e. Digital GDI/Photoshop
• Ability to create action and humor expressed through drawing
• Strong drawing skills with a sense of design, character and composition
• Understanding of cinematic scene and dramatic structure
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Bachelors degree preferred

To apply: If you haven't created a profile with them you can do so at www.disneyanimation.com. Once completed, submit your resume and link to your work at dts.jobs@disney.com

JOBS: Storyboard Revisionists needed for Nick's New "Untitled Avatar the Last Airbender Project"

Nickelodeon Animation Studio is looking for Storyboard Revisionists for its newest show, "Untitled Avatar the Last Airbender Project" Details Here: http://bit.ly/AvatarJob

HOW TO APPLY: Submit your resume online at nickanimationcareers.com, or click here to go directly to this job listing. Please follow up by emailing samples of your boards, previous work, website links to josilin.torrano@nick.com.
You MUST include a signed copy of your NAS Submission Release Form. Nick will NOT look at your attachments or links without this form.

If you would like to mail in or drop off materials - Mail in, or drop off, the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:
Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Attn. Portfolio Submissions
231 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91502
Include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying.
Please Note: Nickelodeon would like to fill these positions ASAP! Get your work in as soon as you can; the reviews will be happening shortly. Please allow 4 - 6 weeks for processing.

NEW Storyboard Jobs: Nick needs Storyboard Artists, Prop Designers

New job announcement cut-and-pasted from the Animation Guild hotline:

Nick Animation Studio looking for storyboard artists on"TUFF Puppy" and "Dora the Explorer"

Storyboard artist:
Description:

    * Meet with creative supervisors to discuss objectives of storyboard; what is desired or to be achieved
    * Create storyboards by implementing storytelling objectives. Follow instructions of creative supervisors
    * Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
    * Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
    * Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
    * Follow proper document management requirements (i.e., file naming and storage)
    * Meet all deadlines as determined by Line Producer or Production Manager
    * Attend and contribute to relevant meetings and pitches as needed
    * Maybe be required to pitch Storyboards
    * Ensure all storyboard notes are added
    * Assist with special projects

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

    *Must be able to work digitally
    *Must have full knowledge/skills of the 2 D animation process
    *Must have strong life drawing skills
    *Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
    *Strong staging and composition skills
    *Strong drawing and mechanical skills
    *Strong draftsmanship
    *Strong time-management skills
    *Ability to multitask a plus

Minimum of 3- 5 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Please Note: This is an artistic position and a test will be required.

----------------

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for these positions, you must submit your resume online at this page on the www.nickanimationcareers.com website. Please follow up by submitting a flat book portfolio (do not include any original artwork) and a digital DVD displaying your art directly to the animation studio.  Before we can review your portfolio, you must fill-out a portfolio release form.

To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf. 
Mail in, or drop off, the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:

Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Attn. Portfolio Submissions
231 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91502

Please include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying.

Please Note: We will call you when your work has been reviewed and is ready for pick-up. Due to the high volume of submissions, please do not call about status updates. As a rule, please allow 4 - 6 weeks for processing.

Storyboard JOB ALERT! Fox Seeks Board Artists for The Cleveland Show

Storyboard JOB ALERT!

Fox Seeks Storyboard Artists
for The Cleveland Show

(Following is cut-and-pasted from the TAG Union Jobs bulletin) 

"Currently looking to fill positions for storyboard artists and storyboard revisionists. This is a primetime, 2D animated show and a full time in house position. We are looking for seasoned artists, preferably with primetime experience.

We look for key skills of perspective, solid-form drawing, shot selection, and intuitive character acting. Ability to take direction and communicate with production, and directors is a must. Looking for people with strong communication, organizational skills, thumbnailing, and tight boarding skills. This show is revision-heavy, so we need people who will happily change things as much as needed. This show has a particular style, so we need people who can adapt and stick to a style outside of their own.

This show has a rigid schedule, therefore time management is a must. We are entirely digital, using Cintiqs and Storyboard Pro. Knowledge of this program is a plus. We provide a short learning curve, so we are looking for people with digital experience.

We would like to fill these positions as soon as possible.

If you are interested in taking a test, please email Sarah Longueuiel with an attached email at sarah.longueuiel@tvbyfox.com. "

------------------------------------------

If you skimmed that, make sure you see THIS part:

"We are entirely digital, using Cintiqs and Storyboard Pro. Knowledge of this program is a plus. We provide a short learning curve, so we are looking for people with digital experience."

If you're not up to speed with digital storyboarding, I really recommend you try to get up to speed before it's too late.

Good luck!

Storyboard JOBS: Nickelodeon seeking Storyboard Artist for "Dora The Explorer"

 Nickelodeon Animation Studio is looking
for a Storyboard Artist for "Dora The Explorer"

Storyboard Artist: Description: Meet with creative supervisors to discuss objectives of storyboard; what is desired or to be achieved Create storyboards by implementing storytelling objectives. Follow instructions of creative supervisors Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work Follow proper document management requirements (i.e., file naming and storage) according to the production's guidelines Meet all deadlines as determined by Line Producer or Production Manager Attend and contribute to relevant meetings and pitches as needed Maybe be required to pitch Storyboards Ensure all storyboard notes are added Assist with special projects Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Must be able to work digitally Must have full knowledge/skills of the 2 D animation process Must have strong life drawing skills Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show Preschool experience a plus Strong staging and composition skills Strong drawing and mechanical skills Strong draftsmanship Strong time-management skills Ability to multitask a plus EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 3- 5 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Please Note: This is an artistic position and a test will be required.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for these positions, you must submit your resume online at www.nickanimationcareers.com. Please follow up by submitting a flat book portfolio (do not include any original artwork) and a digital DVD displaying your art directly to the animation studio.  Before we can review your portfolio, you must fill-out a portfolio release form. 
 
To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf.  
Mail in, or drop off, the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:

Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Attn. Portfolio Submissions
231 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91502

Please include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of submissions, please do not call about status updates. As a rule, please allow 4 - 6 weeks for processing.

JOBS: Warner Bros. Animation is Hiring Storyboard Artists & More

Warner Bros. Animation is looking to hire:

• Storyboard artists
• Character designers
• BG Painters
• BG
• Designers
• Color Stylist

Here’s the announcement copy/pasted directly from the Animation Guild Job Line:

“Warner Bros. Animation is seeking animation production experienced Storyboard Artists, Character Designers, Background Paint, Color Stylist (singular) and Background Designers for a new show.  We are particularly interested in seeing work from artists who have previous experience working in Visual Development as well.  The style is a cross between action/adventure and cartoony.

Due to portfolio storage space restrictions, we have new portfolio guidelines:  Emailed PDF files or websites displaying your work are preferred over hard copies.  If you must submit a hard copy, please have it be no larger than 8 ½ x14.

Please email your website or PDF files to marci.gray@warnerbros.com.
Drop off or mailed in portfolios are to go to:

Marci Gray
c/o WB Animation
411 N. Hollywood Way 34R
Burbank, CA 91505

Portfolios are picked up by appointment only. Please allow 3-5 weeks for processing.”

Animation JOBS: Nick Seeks Prop Designer and Storyboard Artists on 2 New Shows

Nickelodeon Animation Studio
is looking for artists for two new shows:
"TUFF Puppy" and "Kung Fu Panda:
 Legends of Awesomeness"



Here is the job listing, cut-and-pasted directly from the TAG Job Announcement board

----------------------------------------------------------------

Kung Fu Panda - Legends of Awesomeness
Storyboard Revisionist:
Revises, supplements and cleans up storyboards as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Meet with creative supervisors; discuss and implement necessary storyboard revisions
• Follow instructions as per the notes and discussions
• Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
• Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
• Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
• Meet all deadlines as determined by LP/PM

-------------------------------------------------------
Tuff Puppy
Prop Designer:
Summary:
Generates prop designs, special effects, lettering, schematics and any other prop-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Review script for props needed at handout of show.
• Complete all rough, revised and final designs necessary within assigned deadlines.
• Resolve design problems with creative supervisors.
• Ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.
• Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and stored appropriately.
• Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time.
• Be available for questions until your department's shipment is complete.

Additional job requirements:

• Assist with special projects
  
• If applicable, make special shadow and color indications
  

Qualifications:

• Must be able to use a Cintiq
  
• Must be able to create props with full turns
  
• Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
  
• Strong prop design and construction/mechanical skills
  
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware.
  
• Strong time-management skills
  
• Work well under pressure
  
• Ability to multitask a plus
  

Education/Experience:
BA in Fine Arts or equivalent work experience highly desired.
Tuff Puppy


Storyboard Artist:

Description:

• Meet with creative supervisors to discuss objectives of storyboard; what is desired or to be achieved
• Create storyboards by implementing storytelling objectives. Follow instructions of creative supervisors
• Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
• Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
• Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
• Follow proper document management requirements (i.e., file naming and storage) according to the production's guidelines
• Meet all deadlines as determined by Line Producer or Production Manager
• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings and pitches as needed
• Maybe required to pitch Storyboards
• Ensure all storyboard notes are added
• Assist with special projects

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Must be able to work digitally
  
• Must have full knowledge/skills of the 2 D animation process
  
• Must have strong life drawing skills
  
• Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
  
• Strong staging and composition skills
  
• Strong drawing and mechanical skills
  
• Strong draftsmanship
  
• Strong time-management skills
  
• Ability to multitask a plus
  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 3- 5 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Please Note: These are artistic positions and a test will be required.



HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for these positions, you must submit your resume online at www.nickanimationcareers.com. Please follow up by submitting a flat book portfolio (do not include any original artwork) and a digital DVD displaying your art directly to the animation studio. Before we can review your portfolio, you must fill-out a portfolio release form.

To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf.

Mail in, or drop off, the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:
Nickelodeon Animation Studios
Attn. Portfolio Submissions
231 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91502
Please include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying.
Please Note: We will call you when your work has been reviewed and is ready for pick-up. Due to the high volume of submissions, please do not call about status updates.
-----------------------------------------------------

As usual, that’s all the information I have. Good luck!