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Overview
Storyboard artists turn scripts for film, television or video into drawn scene sequences so producers and directors can judge framing, action and production possibilities before filming.
In job descriptions, look for script analysis, storyboards, animatics, illustration style, drawing, feedback rounds, production schedules, director collaboration, film production process and digital or traditional illustration tools.
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Storyboard artists work early in production, turning script pages into visual sequences that test action, framing, continuity and feasibility. They often discuss scenes with producers and directors, present boards, revise after feedback and follow production schedules.
Skills and specializations
Useful depth comes from script analysis, film production process, drawing, graphic design, illustration style, animatics and adapting to the medium. Some roles need digital painting or 3D blocking, while others rely on fast sketches and clear shot communication.
Salary context
Salary context depends on project length, number of boards, revision cycles, style complexity, deadline pressure and whether the artist also creates animatics or visual development. A quick pitch board is scoped differently from detailed production boards for a series.
Career paths
Development may move from revisionist or assistant storyboard work to lead storyboard artist, animatic artist, visual development, concept art, directing support or animation pre-production. A portfolio should show sequence clarity, not only single finished drawings.
Good to know
Check whether an advert names film, television, animation or advertising, and whether it expects rough boards, polished panels, animatics or revisions. Clear roles state who gives feedback and how close the work is to production decisions.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context for storyboard artists, not official labour-market statistics or role-specific pay data.
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Special Effects Artists and Animators
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Occupation group
Visual artists (2651)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ae66ca51-e762-48b4-bd46-071dc87cb30d |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2651.10 |
| ISCO group | 2651 |
| Concept type | Occupation |