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Storyboarding: The Whole Story
Breaking into storyboarding and finding success in the field requires knowing your craft, but also knowing yourself. In this circle, we’ll look at the practical skills needed to make great boards and land jobs; and also examine how our personal stories can impact, and enhance our careers. Discussion topics to include:
Boarding Specific:
1. Going over storyboards and improving them together.
2. Paying attention to character development and acting.
3. Cinematic style boarding for feature.
Industry vs Life:
1. Starting in the industry later. Career transitions.
2. How I’ve dealt with becoming an artist, while being a Second-Gen American.
3. Being in the animation industry as a marginalized creator.
Mentee Criteria
Experience Level:
Student (last year of study)
0-1 Year
1-3 Years
Meeting Times & Dates
Please note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change by your Circle Mentor
Times Per Month: Twice per month
Dates: Mondays
Meeting Times: 7pm, PST
Circle Leader
Kristal Babich
Bio coming soon
Title/Expertise: Story Artist
Company: Netflix Animation
Location: Los Angeles, CA
LinkedIn / Website:
linkedin.com/in/kristal-babich