How did you know you wanted to be a storyboard artist?
When I was younger, I struggled in school. Drawing was my escape. I read books like Percy Jackson and Harry Potter. Then I drew the characters and created my own stories about them. Soon, I was drawing comics, and I knew I wanted a job that involved art.
What does a storyboard artist do?
First, I study the script. Next, I sketch out important scenes into small panels called thumbnails. These thumbnails may show what a character is doing, the look on their face, or where they are.
What’s the most important part of your job?
Learning how to show something instead of telling someone about it is key. For example, how can I show that a character feels scared without saying it? I might draw them with their eyes open really wide—or show them running to hide.
What was it like working at a place like Marvel?
It was so cool. I got to work on Captain America in my first episode! It was also fun seeing stuff like Thor’s hammer around the studio.
What makes someone a good storyboard artist?
Drawing . . . a ton! You can even practice drawing storyboards. Play a movie and pause it every few seconds. Draw what you see on-screen. Notice how the scenes change.
What advice would you give your 13-year-old self?
I used to be afraid to share my art online because I didn’t think it was good enough. I was afraid to make mistakes. But I’ve learned that every time you make a mistake, you’re actually learning something new.