About this role
About TrueShort
TrueShort is one of the fastest-growing streaming apps in the United States. An AI studio and streaming platform where we experiment, develop and release original series and films constantly. No development purgatory.
Built for mobile-first viewing, TrueShort delivers premium, bingeable storytelling across an expanding slate of genres, reimagining how modern audiences discover and experience great stories.
Our team is experimenting at the frontier of AI-powered entertainment production across animation, live action, and emerging storytelling formats.
Backed by Jeffrey Katzenberg (Founder of DreamWorks), Scott Belsky, Ravi Nandan (A24), Khosla Ventures, and others.
Role Overview
We’re looking for AI Filmmakers and AI Animation Artists to help bring original series and films to life across a wide range of genres and formats.
This role sits at the center of our production pipeline and is responsible for translating scripts, storyboards, and shot lists into polished visual sequences using AI-native creative tools.
Projects may include animation, cinematic storytelling, experimental formats, comedy, action, sci-fi, horror, romance, kids & family, and more. We’re looking for artists who are excited by storytelling, filmmaking, visual design, and fast-moving AI workflows.
Responsibilities
Translate scripts and shot lists into visual sequences
Create storyboards, compositions, and animated shots using AI tools
Execute cinematic framing, camera movement, pacing, and visual continuity
Iterate rapidly based on creative feedback and production needs
Maintain consistency across characters, environments, and visual style
Collaborate closely with editors, and showrunner
Help refine and improve evolving AI production workflows
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience with AI image-generation tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Seedream, Flux, etc.)
Experience with AI video-generation tools (Seedance, Kling, etc.)
Strong eye for cinematography, animation, composition, and storytelling
Experience working from scripts, storyboards, or shot lists
Familiarity with adobe products such as Photoshop and After Effects
Passion for filmmaking, animation, internet culture, and emerging creative technology
Compensation & Details
Contract Role
Potential for long-term employment or full-time role
$1,000–$2,000 per week
Los Angeles (hybrid/in-person)
To Apply
Please send:
Resume
1–3 relevant samples of AI-generated animation or visual storytelling work
A brief overview of your workflow and preferred tools
Optional: links to any episodic, short-form, or experimental projects