Storyboard Artist

**About Dambuster Studios**

Originally founded in 1999 as Free Radical Design our ambition and passion comes through as strongly now as when we first began. We are always seeking individuals who can emulate our values - passion, quality, and teamwork - which are embodied in our diverse and inclusive culture.

**Storyboard Artist (1 Year Fixed Term Contract)**

Dambuster Studios - creators of the TimeSplitters series alongside Second Sight, Haze, Homefront: The Revolution, and the number one BAFTA nominated smash hit **Dead Island 2** - has an exciting opportunity for a **Storyboard Artist** to join our highly talented Concept Art team.

Please note:
**Role overview**

**What we can offer you**
- Core hours 9.30am - 4pm, remaining hours worked flexibly
- Workstyle - fully studio (if offered junior, regular or senior level) or hybrid (if offered regular or senior level, days per week in the studio agreed with by the line manager)
- Holiday allowance that increases with service (to a maximum of 30 days plus statutory public holidays)
- Annual pay reviews
- Company pension contribution that increases with service
- Company enhanced full pay for maternity leave for the first 26 weeks (to qualifying expectant mothers)
- Clear career progression within Dambuster Studios
- Studio funded learning and development opportunities
- Modern game development environment with the latest technologies
- Vibrant, modern city centre location with good transport links
- Fully subsidised gym membership with Virgin gym (Nottingham)
- Annual Christmas party and Summer Family BBQ
- Quarterly company funded cross-team events
- Free financial advice
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Weekly office treats, including breakfast on Monday and pastries on Friday

**Responsibilities**
- Creating storyboards and translating scripts for cinematics
- Working with other disciplines across the studio to visualise and create storyboards
- Use thumbnail/sketches and Lead/Director feedback to create coherent and accomplished storyboards.
- Maintaining consistency and perspective when drawing characters throughout all boards, staying on model.
- Working alongside the Director and Dev team to ensure fixes and feedback has been incorporated into the boards.
- Working closely with your direct line manager to ensure consistency with the Art and Animation processes and output.
- Presenting work to various teams throughout the studio.

**Requirements**:

- A strong portfolio with ArtStation links, or similar portfolio medium
- Experience in a AAA studio is a nice to have
- Experience in a creative working environment
- A passion for video games

**Equal Opportunities Statement**

Dambuster Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anyone considering their next step in their career journey with Dambuster will receive consideration without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity or paternity, or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to apply.

We operate a transparent recruitment process that removes barriers for those who require reasonable adjustments. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or onboarding process, or if you are successful in securing a position with us, please let us know what we can do to ensure your success.