Newscape Studios is hiring: Freelance Storyboard Artist in New York

Job Summary Newscape Studios , Inc has a dozen YouTube channels, with over 10 million total subscribers. We create content based on popular video games such as Fortnite, Minecraft, and original animations. Newscape also produces a vast array of videos for a young audience and content through animation and machinima. We are looking to add Freelance Storyboard Artists to our team. Candidates must have substantial knowledge of Storyboard Pro and quick and strong draftmanship. Note: The expectation for this role is a quick turn around of 3 days Thursday to Sunday afternoons. Please review link to the channel link to view our production:
Responsibilities and Duties:

Keep an organized and efficient workflow
Illustrate characters, text, and backgrounds
Storyboard episodes according to GameToons standards and production timelines
Delivery of completed storyboards by the scheduled due date.
Strong working knowledge of Toon Boom Storyboard Pro.
Fast, confident, and effective draftsmanship.
Good understanding of film language and cinematography terminology, with the ability to interpret and work from provided shot lists and/or thumbnails
Ability to create clean, readable storyboards that clearly communicate:

Character acting
Staging and composition
Camera direction and movement
Rough backgrounds and environmental context

Maintain consistent character proportions and sizing according to provided model sheets
Accurately incorporate and complete all notes and revisions provided by the Team Lead or Supervisor by the assigned deadline.
Maintain an organized project file, including clear scene naming and clean layer structure.
Strong attention to detail while maintaining the speed necessary for a fast-paced production environment.
Storyboard Pro license is required
Qualifications and Skills:

2+ years required experience with Storyboard Pro
1+ years of studio production experience
Ability to create clear readable boards for animation production
Must be able to work as part of a team
Strong literacy with written, verbal and storyboard notes
Communicate effectively
Great listening skills
Great time management skills
Comfortable in meeting deadlines
Strong attention to detail and consistency
Demo Reel/ Portfolio is required to be considered.
Compensation:

Competitive base pay of: $550 per finalized storyboard (based on 13-18 page of script).
This is a remote / work from home, Independent Contractor Position.
Artists with LLCs are preferred but not required.

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