• Job Description

  Req#: e1cdd64a-e17e-45e8-8d17-a4f051f2097d

  Kickstart Entertainment is a growing animation and production studio with locations in Vancouver, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong. We believe in the power of collaboration! It shows in the way we work and the fun environment we create where innovation and creativity thrive.

  
  

  Our team is built of talented people with diverse skill-sets and we have an exciting role that we are hiring for internally! Check out this exciting opportunity to get creative, build your skills and collaborate with your talented team members.

  Our studio is located in the heart of Strathcona in Vancouver.

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  Role Synopsis

  • Work closely with Storyboard Supervisor and Director to accomplish the overall look and style on a 3D Animated series

  
  

  Role Responsibilities

  • Quickly and efficiently produce clean, appealing, well thought-out storyboard revisions and/or new sequences as requested by the Storyboard Supervisor or Director
  • Address all Director and Client revision notes as assigned
  • Anticipate, communicate, and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues when addressing clients revision notes
  • Communicate ideas effectively and produce solutions to visually interpret verbal, written or drawn revision notes
  • Help with troubleshooting and finding solutions to storytelling problems
  • At times be required to generate new thumbnails and tight rough storyboard sequences based on provided notes and guidance from the Director and Supervisor
  • Use existing templates and follow established formatting guidelines and naming conventions
  • Receive constructive feedback in a professional and positive manner
  • Ensure all deadlines are met and communicate any foreseeable issues doing so
  • Communicate progress of work to the Storyboard Supervisor and appropriate member of the Production Team
  • Ensure all artwork is properly backed up, saved appropriately and materials are prepared and ready on time
  • Maintain accountability for work produced and enthusiastically take on any other tasks as assigned by Storyboard Supervisor or Director
  • And such other duties that Kickstart may assign from time to time.

  
  

  Role Requirements

  • 2+ years experience as a Storyboard Revision Artist for a 3D animated series using Storyboard Pro
  • Outstanding drawing skills and sense of appeal, design, character and composition
  • Strong understanding of storytelling principles and techniques
  • Strong posing, acting, and dramatic and comedic timing skills
  • Ability to receive constructive feedback in a professional and positive manner
  • Creative problem-solving skills

  
  

  Role Duration

  • Start Date: Tuesday May 20th, 2025
  • End Date: Friday October 17, 2025

  
  

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  $1,300 - $1,400 a week

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  At Kickstart we understand that experience can come in many forms, you may not meet all the requirements and that is ok! We pride ourselves in adding new perspectives to the team, so if your experience is close to the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

  
  

  Why Kickstart?

  Having the experience and skills is one part of being considered for joining the Kickstart. We are looking for people who are aligned with and will grow our Core Values and are just as passionate about and dedicated to creating a workplace that values inclusion, personal growth and community as much as profit. We are globally recognized as the go-to, fiercely talented team that creates outstanding content that captivates people and positively moves the world forward. That being said, at Kickstart, we passionately promise:

  - To be flexible

  - To be massively resourceful

  - To always over deliver

  
  

  Kickstart Entertainment strives towards creating safe spaces in every aspect of the employee journey at Kickstart, including the recruitment process. We provide an atmosphere where inclusion, equity and diversity is at the heart of how we operate. Allowing everyone to bring their whole authentic selves to work. One way we demonstrate our commitment to this is by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. Kickstart also accommodates people with disabilities throughout the selection process. Should you require accommodation, please let us know your requirements when contacted.

  
  

  Create. Collaborate. Kickstart.

  
  

• About the company

  Founded in 1999, Kickstart Entertainment is a proven animation and live action production company with locations in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Arkansas, Hong Kong, Suzhou, and Mumbai. Working in all formats to create content for global audiences ...

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