US_Berkeley_Storyboard Artist

About this role:

We're looking for an experienced Storyboard Artist to help shape the future of live entertainment through visual storytelling. In this role, you'll create storyboard sequences for large-scale drone performances that captivate audiences around the world. Working closely with Creative Directors and cross-functional creative teams, you'll transform scripts, concepts, and ideas into compelling visual narratives that define pacing, composition, emotion, and cinematic intent.

The ideal candidate is a strong visual storyteller who communicates ideas clearly, thrives in a collaborative creative environment, and is excited by the opportunity to help pioneer an entirely new storytelling medium where animation, technology, choreography, and live experiences come together.

As a Storyboard Artist, you’ll be responsible for: 

• Create storyboard sequences that transform creative concepts into emotionally engaging visual experiences for large-scale drone performances.
• Translate scripts, creative briefs, and direction into compelling storyboard panels that define pacing, staging, composition, camera language, continuity, and visual storytelling.
• Partner closely with Creative Directors and creative leadership to establish the narrative, emotional impact, and cinematic vision for each production.
• Collaborate through multiple rounds of creative feedback and iteration to refine story, timing, character performance, and overall audience experience.
• Produce storyboards using Photoshop, Storyboard Pro, or similar tools, including timeline management, camera moves, dialogue placement, and sequence organization.
• Present and pitch storyboard sequences clearly and confidently to Creative Directors and internal stakeholders.
• Solve creative storytelling challenges by contributing thoughtful visual ideas, asking insightful questions, and exploring innovative approaches to live aerial storytelling.
• Maintain organized production files while following established workflows, naming conventions, and documentation standards.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while consistently delivering high-quality work on schedule.
• Participate in story meetings, creative reviews, pitches, screenings, and other collaborative production discussions.
• Support additional story development initiatives and special creative projects as needed.

You’ll need to have: 

• Minimum of 5 years of professional storyboard experience in feature film, television, animation, gaming, or a comparable visual storytelling environment.
• Exceptional drawing and visual storytelling skills with the ability to communicate emotion, character performance, staging, composition, pacing, camera language, and cinematic clarity through storyboard sequences.
• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Storyboard Pro, or similar storyboard software.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with creative, technical, and production teams while communicating ideas clearly across disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret creative direction, incorporate feedback constructively, and iterate quickly within a collaborative production environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet production deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to an established visual style while contributing creative solutions that enhance storytelling and audience engagement.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring new forms of storytelling through the intersection of animation, technology, choreography, and live entertainment.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000 USD

At Nova Sky Stories, we're building something that has never existed before—and we want our team members to share in that journey. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company matching
• Flexible PTO and paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid holidays
• Equity opportunities for eligible employees

Compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.