Breaking In: Breaking Into Storyboarding with Daria Khil
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Breaking In: Breaking Into Storyboarding with Daria Khil
Details
APPLICATION GROUP 1
Applications Open:
7/29/25
THIS CIRCLE IS PERFECT FOR
- Passionate artists eager to break into storyboarding in animation: students, recent grads, or artists looking to make a career change
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Insights into the storyboarding process
- Storyboarding skills enhancement
- Storyboards review/advice
- Career path guidance
- Networking
- Understanding the animation industry
- Portfolio and Resume Building
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT
- Basic drawing skills
- Job guarantee
Qualification Criteria
Student (final year)
Aspiring Professional (0 yrs of experience)
Entry Level (1-2 yrs of experience)
Day / Time
Times Per Month:Â TwiceÂ
Day / Time:Â Saturday 1:00 PM
Timezone: PST
* You must meet the qualification criteria AND be able to attend the posted day/time of the circle (please note the timezone posted)
CIRCLE DESCRIPTION
This circle is ideal for passionate artists eager to break into storyboarding and learn about the experience of working in a major animation studio, as well as sharpen their skills!
Whether you’re a student, transitioning careers, or refining your portfolio, this program offers hands-on guidance, personalized feedback, and insights to help you navigate your career.
In our meetings, we’ll explore:
- Insights into the role of a story artist and the storyboarding process at a major animation studio
- Navigating the animation industry, understanding studio expectations, current trends, and strategies for success in the competitive world of animation
- Portfolio and resume building with reviews and advice
- Storyboarding techniques and skills
- Personalized feedback to help you refine your storyboards
ADDITIONAL Application Requirements
Please submit the following as part of your Application Profile:
*(AFTER you click to apply, you must go into your member profile and complete the member-specific portion; these requirements should be submitted through that profile):Â Â
- Portfolio Link
Circle Leader
Daria Khil
Daria Khil is a Story Artist at DreamWorks Animation, currently contributing to the upcoming feature Forgotten Island. Originally from Ukraine, Daria began her creative journey at 14 as an illustrator, later exploring concept art for games and directing commercials before earning a Master’s in Animation from SCAD. Joining DreamWorks as the studio’s first Story Intern, she went through a trainee role and contributed to the recently released Dog Man.
