From the earth to the moon - a job post by Nayden Zhelev

About the job

Seeking Art Director, Storyboard Artist, Producer and Financier for High-Concept Animated Short Film

Logline: A Nazi moon base holds the key to a rewritten history, forcing a trapped soldier to escape not just a lunar prison, but the lies of his own planet.

Project Description: I am seeking a passionate and visionary team to bring my award-caliber, high-concept animated short film, "FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON," to life. This is a 13-minute sci-fi conspiracy thriller that blends the historical intrigue of Inglourious Basterds with the mind-bending scope of The X-Files.

The script is complete and has undergone multiple developmental edits, resulting in a tight, character-driven narrative with a powerful and unforgettable twist. The story is set in a secret lunar base and follows two workers—one a disillusioned newcomer, the other a Moon-born insider—as they uncover truths that rewrite human history. Their plan to escape leads to a betrayal and a revelation that expands the conspiracy to an interplanetary scale.

I’m looking for key collaborators to join the producer (myself) in this early stage.

1. DIRECTOR I’m seeking a director with a strong visual style and a passion for genre-bending storytelling (Sci-Fi/Thriller). You will be responsible for:

* Defining the overall visual aesthetic and tone of the film.

* Leading the creative team (Storyboard Artist, etc.).

* Working with the producer to establish the pacing and emotional beats of the animatic.

* A strong vision for translating the script's atmospheric tension and dramatic character moments into a compelling visual experience.

2. STORYBOARD ARTIST  I'm looking for a talented storyboard artist to translate the script into a dynamic visual blueprint. Your role will involve:

* Creating a full storyboard based on the final script and in collaboration with the director.

* Establishing shot composition, camera movement, and pacing.

* Helping to craft the visual flow that builds suspense and delivers the film's powerful climax.

* Experience with animated projects is a significant plus.

3. FINANCIER / PRODUCER We are seeking a financier or a producer with financing capabilities who believes in the commercial and festival potential of high-concept animated shorts. This is an opportunity to attach your name to a project with a strong, marketable hook. The producer will be involved in:

* Developing the funding strategy and budget.

* Exploring grants, co-productions, and investor opportunities

* Product placement.

* Guiding the project through the production pipeline.

What We Offer:

* A polished, high-impact script with a proven "wow" factor.

* A dedicated producer committed to seeing this project through to completion.

* A collaborative environment where creative input is valued.

* A project designed for the festival circuit with a clear path to attracting audience and industry attention.

Project Status:

* Script: Complete (9 pages/13 minutes)

* Genre: Animated Short, Sci-Fi, Conspiracy Thriller, Alternate History

* Lookbook/Mood Board: In development

How to Apply: Please DM me here on Stage 32 with the following:

* For Directors & Storyboard Artists: A link to your portfolio/reel and a brief statement on why this concept resonates with you.

* For Financiers/Producers: A brief overview of your experience and your interest in the project.

* This short film is conceived as a proof-of-concept for a larger series.

Let's build something incredible together. I look forward to connecting!

myscript2screen@gmail.com

Serious collaborators only — no tire kickers. Thank you!