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Founded in 1998, Retro Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo Company, Ltd. Retro is a state-of-the-art game development studio, working in conjunction with Nintendo to bring award-winning games to Nintendo's cutting-edge next-generation platforms. Retro Studios is located in beautiful Austin, Texas. With rolling hills, scenic waterways, abundant wildlife, vibrant music and film scenes, and a laid-back cosmopolitan culture, Austin is a dynamic city with an excellent quality of life. Austin's sunny weather also supports a great range of outdoor activities, providing plenty of venues for top-notch game developers to recharge and unwind.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

  • Work with narrative team to quickly create storyboards for cinematics and gameplay moments
  • Help define emotional scenes that will resonate with audiences.
  • Work with the cinematic lead to help maintain cinematic pillars
  • Explore interesting and innovative scenes that elevate the narrative
  • Manage and track storyboard documents
  • Help to educate all teams on the storyboarding and storytelling practices

*This job description outlines primary duties and requirements and is not intended to identify all tasks that may be performed; individuals occupying the position may be required to perform other duties. The company may modify job duties from time to time, either in practice or in writing.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have storyboard portfolio that shows an understanding of story development, scene blocking, character performance, camera work, and cinematic pacing
  • Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and creativity in developing storyboards under the guidance of the narrative, art, and design leadership
  • Skills:
    • Clear and concise visual storyteller with strong illustration skills
    • Ability to portray story pacing through visuals
    • Excitement for dynamic camera work
    • Self-starter with proactive attitude to improve own qualifications
    • Passion for sharing insights and ability to coach less experienced people
    • Excellent communication, organizational, personal, and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge:
    • Basic understanding of game narrative and design.
    • Strong understanding of cinematic scene creation
    • Well versed in storytelling methods through visuals
    • Able to share clear understanding of visual story development.
    • Able to problem solve issues that can occur during the various stages of story development
  • Experience:
    • Film, TV, or game storyboard experience is a must
    • Experience with already established IP is a plus
    • Able to create digital storyboards is a plus
  • Education:
    • Undergraduate degree in art related subject; or completion of an intensive art training program; or equivalent independent study and experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans...valuing diversity…celebrating strengths.

** This is a CONTRACT position