Storyboard Artist (1-year contract)

About the role

Abmodas Productions is seeking a talented Storyboard Artist to join its Harare studio on a one‑year fixed‑term contract. In this role you will translate scripts and creative concepts into clear visual sequences, helping shape the visual language of our film and television projects.

Key responsibilities

• Create detailed storyboards and keyframes that illustrate camera angles, shot composition, pacing and scene transitions.
• Develop visual narratives in close collaboration with directors, writers, animators, cinematographers and editors.
• Refine artwork based on feedback, ensuring consistency with established style guidelines and visual continuity across all production stages.
• Maintain accurate documentation of storyboard revisions and meet tight production timelines.
• Support the creation of animatics and dynamic boards using 2D animation principles.

Required profile

• Strong storyboarding abilities with a solid grasp of visual storytelling, cinematography basics and pacing.
• Proficiency in drawing and concept art for characters, environments and scenes.
• Experience with 2D animation principles and the ability to produce animatics.
• Excellent collaboration skills and the capacity to incorporate constructive feedback in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Attention to detail, strong time‑management and a commitment to meeting deadlines.

Required skills

• Digital illustration and storyboard software such as Photoshop, Storyboard Pro or comparable tools.