Animation JOBS: Nick Seeks Prop Designer and Storyboard Artists on 2 New Shows

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    Nickelodeon Animation Studio
    is looking for artists for two new shows:
    "TUFF Puppy" and "Kung Fu Panda:
     Legends of Awesomeness"



    Here is the job listing, cut-and-pasted directly from the TAG Job Announcement board
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    Kung Fu Panda - Legends of Awesomeness
    Storyboard Revisionist:
    Revises, supplements and cleans up storyboards as directed.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
    • Meet with creative supervisors; discuss and implement necessary storyboard revisions
    • Follow instructions as per the notes and discussions
    • Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
    • Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
    • Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
    • Meet all deadlines as determined by LP/PM

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    Tuff Puppy
    Prop Designer:
    Summary:
    Generates prop designs, special effects, lettering, schematics and any other prop-related art that the production may require, ensuring style and quality of show is met.
    Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
    • Review script for props needed at handout of show.
    • Complete all rough, revised and final designs necessary within assigned deadlines.
    • Resolve design problems with creative supervisors.
    • Ensure all deadlines are met.
    • Communicate progress of work to appropriate production staff.
    • Ensure all artwork is properly backed up and stored appropriately.
    • Ensure all shipping materials are prepared and ready on time.
    • Be available for questions until your department's shipment is complete.
    Additional job requirements:
    • Assist with special projects
    • If applicable, make special shadow and color indications
    Qualifications:
    • Must be able to use a Cintiq
    • Must be able to create props with full turns
    • Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
    • Strong prop design and construction/mechanical skills
    • Knowledge of or willingness to learn applicable design software and hardware.
    • Strong time-management skills
    • Work well under pressure
    • Ability to multitask a plus
    Education/Experience:
    BA in Fine Arts or equivalent work experience highly desired.
    Tuff Puppy


    Storyboard Artist:

    Description:
    • Meet with creative supervisors to discuss objectives of storyboard; what is desired or to be achieved
    • Create storyboards by implementing storytelling objectives. Follow instructions of creative supervisors
    • Address any problems with creative supervisors; ask necessary questions
    • Communicate progress of work to creative supervisors and to appropriate production staff
    • Ensure quality and style of show is consistently achieved in storyboard work
    • Follow proper document management requirements (i.e., file naming and storage) according to the production's guidelines
    • Meet all deadlines as determined by Line Producer or Production Manager
    • Attend and contribute to relevant meetings and pitches as needed
    • Maybe required to pitch Storyboards
    • Ensure all storyboard notes are added
    • Assist with special projects
    Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
    • Must be able to work digitally
    • Must have full knowledge/skills of the 2 D animation process
    • Must have strong life drawing skills
    • Must demonstrate proficiency in style of show
    • Strong staging and composition skills
    • Strong drawing and mechanical skills
    • Strong draftsmanship
    • Strong time-management skills
    • Ability to multitask a plus
    EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
    Minimum of 3- 5 years storyboard experience and/or training on a similar show; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Please Note: These are artistic positions and a test will be required.



    HOW TO APPLY:
    To apply for these positions, you must submit your resume online at www.nickanimationcareers.com. Please follow up by submitting a flat book portfolio (do not include any original artwork) and a digital DVD displaying your art directly to the animation studio. Before we can review your portfolio, you must fill-out a portfolio release form.

    To download the form, please go to: http://nas.nick.com/SubmissionReleaseForm.pdf.

    Mail in, or drop off, the completed form along with your portfolio and DVD to:
    Nickelodeon Animation Studios
    Attn. Portfolio Submissions
    231 West Olive Avenue
    Burbank, CA 91502
    Please include a cover letter and resume stating the position or positions to which you are applying.
    Please Note: We will call you when your work has been reviewed and is ready for pick-up. Due to the high volume of submissions, please do not call about status updates.
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