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Types of Storyboard Artist Jobs We Cover

We curate all storyboard and story artist positions from game studios, animation houses, and entertainment companies worldwide.

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Storyboard Artist

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Senior Storyboard Artist

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Lead Storyboard Artist

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Narrative Storyboard Artist

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Cinematic Storyboard Artist

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Concept Storyboard Artist

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Animatic Artist

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Story Artist

Storyboard Artist Salary Ranges (US Market)

What you can expect to earn as a storyboard artist in the game and animation industry.

Junior Storyboard Artist
$52K - $72K
Mid-Level Storyboard Artist
$72K - $100K
Senior Storyboard Artist
$95K - $135K
Lead / Story Artist
$125K - $160K

*US market data. Studios focused on cinematic storytelling tend to pay at the higher end for experienced storyboard talent.

Skills Employers Look For

What studios expect from storyboard artist candidates.

🖥️ Software

  • Photoshop
  • Clip Studio Paint
  • Procreate
  • Storyboard Pro
  • After Effects (animatics)

🎯 Technical Skills

  • Sequential storytelling
  • Camera framing and composition
  • Rough and clean linework
  • Staging and blocking
  • Animatic creation

🎮 Game Knowledge

  • Cinematic pipeline workflow
  • Narrative structure for games
  • Character acting and expression
  • Action sequence staging
  • Collaboration with directors and writers

💡 What Gets You Hired

  • Shipped cinematic or gameplay storyboards
  • Strong sense of camera language
  • Speed and volume (50+ boards/day)
  • Ability to draw rough fast
  • Portfolio with variety of sequences

Storyboard Artist Jobs FAQ

What does a storyboard artist do in a game studio?
Storyboard artists plan out cinematics, cutscenes, and in-game sequences visually before animation begins. They translate scripts and briefs into rough drawings showing camera angles, character poses, and action flow. In game studios, this often means collaborating with cinematic directors, animators, and writers on major story beats.
What software do storyboard artists use?
Storyboard Pro is the industry standard for professional storyboarding. Many artists also work in Photoshop or Clip Studio Paint. For animatics (rough animated versions of boards), After Effects is commonly used. Procreate is popular for quick concept boards on iPad.
What is the average storyboard artist salary in games?
In the US: Junior Storyboard Artists earn $52K-$72K, Mid-Level $72K-$100K, Senior $95K-$135K, and Lead/Story Artist roles $125K-$160K. Studios focused on cinematic storytelling (Naughty Dog, CD Projekt Red, Insomniac) tend to pay well for experienced storyboard talent.
Is storyboarding a good career path in game development?
Yes, especially as games invest more in narrative and cinematic production. Roles are competitive but studios actively seek artists who combine speed with strong storytelling sense. Many storyboard artists also move into concept art, animation direction, or cinematic design later in their careers.
What makes a strong storyboard artist portfolio?
Sequential boards showing camera language, action staging, and emotional storytelling. Animatics (rough motion with timing) stand out. Show range: quiet dialogue scenes, high-action sequences, and establishing shots. Studios want to see that you think in sequences, not individual images.

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