Story Artist Jobs

Story Artist jobs are open across animation studios, film and television production, gaming, and streaming platforms, from junior to senior and lead levels, with specializations in storyboarding, visual development, and animatics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTEGNA
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type64% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Multiplatform Story Producer, Telemundo San Diego
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Multiplatform Story Producer, Telemundo San Diego
NBCUniversal
San Diego, California
Content Marketing
Marketing
Social Media Management
$30 - $37/hr
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Senior People Operations Generalist (Story + Wizard)
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Senior People Operations Generalist (Story + Wizard)
Story
San Francisco, California
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$125k - $155k/yr

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Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A (Story + Wizard)
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Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A (Story + Wizard)
Story
San Francisco, California
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
$130k - $160k/yr

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Sign Holder / Restaurant Mascot — Morning Story
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Sign Holder / Restaurant Mascot — Morning Story
Morning Story Restaurant
Arvada, Colorado
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$18 - $22/hr
On-Site

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Videographer — Corporate, Events, and Story Work
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Videographer — Corporate, Events, and Story Work
Ten 40 Solutions
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$23 - $32/hr
Hybrid

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Story Artist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • TEGNA10
  • Starbucks5
  • Story2
  • TBC Hotels2
  • Dollar General2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in story artist jobs.

  • Demonstrated storyboarding portfolio showing sequential storytelling and character acting
  • Proficiency in Storyboard Pro or similar industry-standard boarding software
  • Understanding of camera staging, shot composition, and film grammar
  • Experience boarding for animation, live-action, or interactive media productions
  • Ability to work iteratively from scripts, outlines, or verbal direction
  • Strong drawing skills with ability to convey performance and emotion quickly

Tips for Your Story Artist Job Search

Tailor your reel to the studio

Animation studios and game developers look for different storytelling sensibilities. Cut a version of your reel that matches the tone of each employer, whether that's broad comedic timing for a TV animation house or cinematic tension for a feature film studio.

Show your boarding process, not just finals

Hiring directors want to see how you think, not just polished panels. Include rough thumbnails, revised sequences, and notes on directorial decisions so reviewers can follow your problem-solving from brief to final board.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists story artist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight acting and camera knowledge explicitly

Many story artist postings specifically screen for strong character acting and staging instincts. Call these out in your resume and cover letter using the same language the job description uses, such as 'camera staging', 'shot composition', or 'performance-driven boarding'.

Prepare a pitch sequence for your interview

Many studios ask you to board a short scene on a timed test or walk through a sequence live. Practice pitching your boards aloud, explaining character intent and camera choices, so you can present confidently under time pressure.

Follow up with a targeted thank-you note

After an interview or portfolio review, send a brief note that references a specific sequence or note the reviewer gave you. It demonstrates you absorbed feedback and reinforces your enthusiasm for that studio's particular style of storytelling.

Story Artist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most story artists?

TEGNA, Starbucks, and Story are hiring the most story artists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest at studios with active production pipelines in feature animation, episodic television, and games.

How many story artist jobs are remote?

About 82% of story artist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption of digital collaboration tools across the animation industry. Remote roles are most common in episodic television and short-form content, where boarding pipelines are designed around cloud-based review workflows.

How do you become a story artist?

Start by building a foundation in drawing, sequential art, and film theory, either through a formal animation program or focused self-study. Develop a portfolio of original boarded sequences that show character acting and staging. Seek assistant or trainee boarding roles at studios, shadow experienced artists, and iterate on your reel based on specific feedback from working professionals in the field.

How do you get hired as a story artist with little experience?

Focus on the quality and clarity of your personal projects rather than the volume of professional credits. Board scenes from existing films in a different style to demonstrate range, and include personal pitches that show original storytelling voice. Many studios hire junior story artists from their intern or trainee programs, so targeting those pipelines is a practical first step into production.

What does the story artist interview process look like?

Most studios begin with a portfolio review, often conducted remotely, where you walk through selected sequences and explain your choices. Shortlisted candidates typically complete a timed boarding test using a provided script or beat outline. Final rounds often include a live pitch or creative conversation with a director or head of story, focused on how you receive and apply notes.

Where can I find and apply to story artist jobs?

You can find and apply to story artist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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