Storyboard Artist Intern

The deadline to submit your application is Friday, March 27. 2026 by 6:00PM PDT

Applications without relevant samples/portfolios/reels will not be considered.

*Please read the job description carefully before applying to ensure that you show proper qualifications and materials to support your application.

General SummaryThe Storyboard Artist Intern will gain valuable hands-on development production experience and training by working in collaboration with our skilled professionals. Specifically, the Storyboard Artist Intern will work under the supervision of a Director in Development as well as a Lead Storyboard Artist where they will interpret story lines into a visual medium via sketches, thumbnail drawings, and finished storyboards.

Job Functions

• Assist in the creation of quick thumbnail sketches through to finished detailed storyboard panels.
• Utilize storytelling techniques for film, coupled with the effective use of composition, camera, and staging.
• Assist in performing background research to inform the story process.
• Assist with the illustration of script pages and story ideas.
• Assist in the visual analysis and translation of scripts.
• Assist in the creation of inventive ideas and stories with a sense of entertainment and humor for multiple types of creative projects.
• Assist in the development of character personality and dramatic/comedic action.
• Participate in review sessions and incorporate director notes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a senior in college/university, or graduated within the last 12 months, with an emphasis in animation, film, fine arts, or other relevant area of study.
• Excellent drawing skills that convey character and action.
• Strong understanding of the principles of animation; emotion, acting, movement, etc.
• Experience with Wacom Cintiq drawing tablet a plus.
• Ability to take direction and incorporate notes quickly and efficiently.
• Knowledge of Photoshop.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Able to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to work both collaboratively and independently.

Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.

LocationOn-site in Hillsboro, OR 

Salary$20.00/hour set rate, non-negotiable