Episodic Director - CG Series

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Supervising Director and participate in all creative aspects and phases of the production to achieve the overall completion of an Episodic TV show
• Manage Storyboard Artists and Revisionists during storyboard and animatic process (i.e. handouts, check-ins, deliveries, revisions)
• Communicate with Supervising Director and Production Staff to stay on target with schedule; identify and suggest efficiencies when necessary
• Direct respective episodes as efficiently and economically as possible and in accordance with the Show runner and Supervising Director's vision
• Innovate efficient ways to tell a story through storyboards and animatics using the latest technology available
• Break down a script into sequences and plan out shots using action maps and other available tools
• Collaborate with Editorial to assemble and create an animatic for supervisor approval
• Ensure that each episode is completed on time and with the approval of the Supervising Director
• Prepare for and lead storyboard handouts by communicating storytelling direction, design requirements, and expected level of polish to the Storyboard team
• Participate in storyboard reviews and provide clear notes for revisions
• Evaluate the continuity and quality of all storyboards and punch up the storyboards and/or animatics as needed
• Provide status updates, troubleshoot, and review potential changes on a regular basis with production staff
• Mentor and support the Storyboard team and cultivate positive team morale

• 5+ years of industry experience, preferably in CG TV animation
• Prior directorial experience essential, ideally in a series
• Proven skills in storyboarding, animation camera composition, storytelling and animation timing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Film, Art or related field strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and leadership skills coupled with trusted communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal)
• Proven ability to work effectively with all levels of production crew, artistic staff and management

To apply, send a resume and a link to your reel. Include any passwords to your work in your cover letter and/or resume, and provide a breakdown of your work.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $3,054/week to $3,400/week. This role may qualify for incentives and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on several factors, including qualifications, experience, education, and location.

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