Kickstart Entertainment is a growing animation and production studio with locations in Vancouver Los Angeles and Hong Kong. We believe in the power of collaboration! It shows in the way we work and the fun environment we create where innovation and creativity thrive.
Our team is built of talented people with diverse skillsets and we have an exciting role that we are hiring for internally! Check out this exciting opportunity to get creative build your skills and collaborate with your talented team members.
Our studio is located in the heart of Strathcona in Vancouver.
Role Synopsis
Work closely with Storyboard Supervisor and Director to accomplish the overall look and style on a 3D Animated series
Role Responsibilities
Quickly and efficiently produce clean appealing well thoughtout storyboard revisions and/or new sequences as requested by the Storyboard Supervisor or Director
Address all Director and Client revision notes as assigned
Anticipate communicate and troubleshoot any creative or technical issues when addressing clients revision notes
Communicate ideas effectively and produce solutions to visually interpret verbal written or drawn revision notes
Help with troubleshooting and finding solutions to storytelling problems
At times be required to generate new thumbnails and tight rough storyboard sequences based on provided notes and guidance from the Director and Supervisor
Use existing templates and follow established formatting guidelines and naming conventions
Receive constructive feedback in a professional and positive manner
Ensure all deadlines are met and communicate any foreseeable issues doing so
Communicate progress of work to the Storyboard Supervisor and appropriate member of the Production Team
Ensure all artwork is properly backed up saved appropriately and materials are prepared and ready on time
Maintain accountability for work produced and enthusiastically take on any other tasks as assigned by Storyboard Supervisor or Director
And such other duties that Kickstart may assign from time to time.
Role Requirements
2 years experience as a Storyboard Revision Artist for a 3D animated series using Storyboard Pro
Outstanding drawing skills and sense of appeal design character and composition
Strong understanding of storytelling principles and techniques
Strong posing acting and dramatic and comedic timing skills
Ability to receive constructive feedback in a professional and positive manner
Creative problemsolving skills
Role Duration
Start Date: Tuesday May 20th 2025
End Date: Friday October 17 2025
$1300 $1400 a week
At Kickstart we understand that experience can come in many forms you may not meet all the requirements and that is ok! We pride ourselves in adding new perspectives to the team so if your experience is close to the requirements we encourage you to apply.
Why Kickstart
Having the experience and skills is one part of being considered for joining the Kickstart. We are looking for people who are aligned with and will grow our Core Values and are just as passionate about and dedicated to creating a workplace that values inclusion personal growth and community as much as profit. We are globally recognized as the goto fiercely talented team that creates outstanding content that captivates people and positively moves the world forward. That being said at Kickstart we passionately promise:
To be flexible
To be massively resourceful
To always over deliver
Kickstart Entertainment strives towards creating safe spaces in every aspect of the employee journey at Kickstart including the recruitment process. We provide an atmosphere where inclusion equity and diversity is at the heart of how we operate. Allowing everyone to bring their whole authentic selves to work. One way we demonstrate our commitment to this is by providing a supportive work environment and a culture that welcomes and encourages equal opportunities for all employees. Kickstart also accommodates people with disabilities throughout the selection process. Should you require accommodation please let us know your requirements when contacted.
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