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Storyboard Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Instructional Designer

Norfolk, VA ยท On-site

$62K - $85K/yr

Participate in the development and review of products for adherence to style and storyboard guidelines, writing standards, course/task flow, and designing for standards. * Experience in the full life ...

Proposal Manager

Rockville, MD ยท Remote

$92K - $140K/yr

Develop and maintain a comprehensive proposal compliance matrix, conduct Just-In-Time (JIT) writer training, and lead storyboard/annotated outline development. * Communicate effectively with senior ...

Storyboard videos and own the creative direction from concept to final cut * Produce LinkedIn and YouTube content; manage A-LIGN's YouTube channel * Partner with the social team on video social ...

Senior Designer - Creative

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$72K - $99K/yr

Collaborate with TAS CSO to conceptualize and storyboard visual campaigns supporting taxpayer outreach. * Adapt publications into multilingual layouts using TAS-provided translations. * Ensure all ...

Consult, plan, and execute creation of outline/script, storyboard, and projects. * Establish and maintain partnerships across functional areas of the organization. * Arrange object, products, scenes ...

Technical Writer (Fed Civ)

Columbia, MD ยท Remote

$94K - $142K/yr

Ability to incorporate comments gathered from storyboard reviews, pink teams, red teams, and gold teams to deliver compelling and compliant content under tight deadlines * Ability to articulate the ...

Technical Writer (Fed Civ)

Columbia, MD ยท On-site

$94K - $142K/yr

Ability to incorporate comments gathered from storyboard reviews, pink teams, red teams, and gold teams to deliver compelling and compliant content under tight deadlines * Ability to articulate the ...

Collaborate and proofread storyboard technical sections with technical staff and review/edit their narrative for content, clarity, and compliance. * Research current trends in marketing technology to ...

Collaborate with colleagues to create shotlists, storyboard video ideas, and brainstorm new solutions to everyday video-related challenges * Deliver finished, color-corrected, and captioned videos in ...

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How much do storyboard jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for storyboard in the United States is $34.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a storyboard artist typically collaborate with directors and animators during a project?

Storyboard artists play a crucial role in the early stages of film, animation, and advertising projects by visually mapping out scenes. They work closely with directors to interpret scripts and ensure the visual storytelling aligns with the director's vision. Regular meetings and feedback sessions are common, allowing storyboard artists to revise panels based on input from both directors and animators, ensuring smooth transitions and coherent scene flow. This collaborative process helps identify and solve narrative or visual issues before full production begins, fostering a team-oriented work environment.

What is a storyboard artist?

Storyboard artists are creative professionals who visually interpret scripts and concepts by drawing sequences of images, known as storyboards, for films, television, animation, and commercials. Their work helps directors, producers, and other team members visualize the flow of a story before filming or production begins. Storyboard artists use their artistic skills to convey scene compositions, camera movements, and character actions, making them an essential part of the pre-production process. They collaborate closely with directors and writers to ensure the visual narrative aligns with the overall vision of the project.

What is the difference between Storyboard vs Scriptwriter?

AspectStoryboardScriptwriter
Primary RoleVisual planning and sequencing of scenesWriting dialogue and narrative content
Required SkillsVisual storytelling, sketching, layout designWriting, storytelling, language proficiency
Work EnvironmentFilm, animation, advertising productionFilm, TV, advertising, digital media
CredentialsDesign or art background often preferredWriting or journalism background often preferred

While both roles are essential in media production, a storyboard artist focuses on visualizing scenes and sequencing, whereas a scriptwriter develops the dialogue and narrative. They often collaborate closely but serve different functions in the storytelling process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a storyboard artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Storyboard Artist, you need strong drawing and visual storytelling skills, a solid understanding of cinematic language, and typically a degree in animation, illustration, or a related field. Familiarity with digital illustration tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro, and Wacom tablets is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with directors and other team members are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure that narrative concepts are clearly visualized and communicated, streamlining production and aligning the creative vision across the team.

What degree do you need for storyboarding?

There is no specific degree required to become a storyboard artist, but many have a background in fine arts, animation, film, or related fields. Developing strong drawing skills, storytelling ability, and proficiency with tools like Adobe Photoshop or Storyboard Pro are important for the role.
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Infographic showing various Storyboard job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,499 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Student TA - Intro to Storyboarding (Mathues), F26

DigiPen Institute of Technology

Redmond, WA โ€ข On-site

$17.13 - $18.25/hr

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Job description

Applicants MUST be a current student at DigiPen Institute of Technology to qualify for this position.
  • Student Employment at DigiPen is open to all currently matriculated students if they meet the qualifications for the job.
  • Students may not work during any time when they have a class scheduled, a class is canceled, or a class ends early.
  • Student workers must reside within the State of Washington. Remote work outside of Washington will not be permitted.
Job Title: Student TA - FLM-225 Intro to Storyboarding (Mathues), F26
Reports to: Pamela Mathues
Job Purpose: Assist FLM-225 students with understanding assignments, fielding questions, providing feedback and be available for a set number of hours outside of class.
Class times:
Wednesday - 5:00 - 7:50 p.m.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Advise students regarding Storyboarding topics
  • Be able to answer questions during class labs when faculty is not available
  • Be available for a set number of hours outside of regular class time
  • Assist in managing the Chat during any online lectures
  • Work within Teams channels to offer critique and feedback
  • Assist with Storyboard Pro issues as directed by the faculty
  • Provide encouragement and advice based on personal experience with FLM-225
  • Accountable for tracking and reporting the amount of time worked
Qualifications/Competencies
  • Successfully completed FLM-225 (previously called ART-350)
  • Comfortable with multiple aspects of the Story pipeline
  • Have experience with Storyboard Pro or similar
  • Able to give critique in a professional manner
  • Strong communicator
  • Reliable, punctual, and invested in the success of their fellow students
  • Be able to work independently
Expected dates of employment: July 31 - December 12, 2026
Expected number of hours per week: 8
*** Once again, students are not permitted to work during any time when they are scheduled for a class. ***
Wage Range:
$17.13 - $18.25 per hour, depending on number of terms worked at DigiPen
Working Conditions:
  • Be able to attend most of the class times.
  • Be able to meet with students outside of class.
DigiPen Student Employee Academic Requirements:
  • Are currently a Matriculated student at DigiPen Institute of Technology
  • Good Academic Standing - not on Academic Warning as defined in DigiPen Course Catalog
  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Have taken and passed FLM-225 or ART-350 with a B or better

Requirement Exceptions:
It is possible to still be selected for a position with DigiPen if you do not meet the requirements above, so don't let that dissuade you from applying!
Once you have applied for - and the supervisor decides to offer you - a position, we will contact the necessary managers (Supervisor, Department Chair, and/or the Dean of Faculty) to complete and sign off on an Academic Waiver form, depending on which requirements need to be waived. Once the Waiver is returned to us, we'll continue you through the hiring process.
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