Storyboard Director - Primetime Animated Series

Storyboard Director Reports to: Episode Director and Producer Bento Box is looking for an experienced Storyboard Director for a very successful animated series that combines adult comedy with strong musical foundations, layered with dark horror elements and emotional storytelling. The show mixes sharp humor with sincere human drama, creating a bold and original viewing experience. We are seeking Storyboard Directors with a strong sense of posing and timing, who can elevate sequences through dynamic musical or action-driven storytelling. Ideal candidates will also have the ability to broaden scene staging to achieve a more cinematic and impactful visual presentation. A strong sense of humor is a valued asset, particularly for enhancing comedic sequences. This role involves close creative collaboration with the showrunner and episode director to revise or block out shots sequences in a way that balances creative intent with production feasibility. Responsibilities: • Lead a team of storyboard artists to produce storyboards for the series while providing guidance and feedback throughout the storyboard creation process • Collaborate with the Creator/Show Runner, Producers and Director to ensure the series vision is met while maintaining quality and continuity of storyboards across the show • Read and review scripts and identify potential storyboard challenges • Create rough thumbnails for scenes with complex action or a specific vision • Review and revise storyboards as necessary and allocate revisions to the team • Implement all executive notes • Create rough animatic assemblies for review stages • Regular check in with team members to ensure tasks are understood and deadlines are being met • Check in with Coordinators for updated designs and audio • Responsible for completing assignments on schedule • Work closely with other departments, such as animation and design, to ensure the smooth transition from storyboards to final production • Strive for excellent communication within team • Willing to be amenable with working hours to accommodate the different timezones that you will be overseeing Qualifications: • 5+ years experience storyboarding in episodic series animation, preferably in comedy, action, and/or musicals • Experience leading teams and facilitating productive team environments • Demonstrated ability to deliver, receive and respond to feedback • Strong proficiency in Storyboard Pro • Comfortable working digitally on a Cintiq • Excellent organizational, time management and project management skills • Strong written and verbal skills and confident presentation skills • Ability to adapt to changes easily within a highly dynamic environment • Strong attention to detail is critical • Ability to work within a team-oriented environment Apply tot his job