Hi, I’m Scott Ritchie, an illustrator, photographer, and storyboard artist based in Los Angeles. I have dedicated my life to mastering photography—35mm and digital—and the film medium, and I’ve directed two-hour narrative films as well as several commercials. I’m also the author of 11 screenplays. I bring a deep knowledge of cinema history, an intimate understanding of lenses, and the ability to draw any object from any angle. I maintain a strong work ethic and value professional, positive collaborations with clients and teams.

Scott Ritchie

Hi, I’m Scott Ritchie, an illustrator, photographer, and storyboard artist based in Los Angeles. I have dedicated my life to mastering photography—35mm and digital—and the film medium, and I’ve directed two-hour narrative films as well as several commercials. I’m also the author of 11 screenplays. I bring a deep knowledge of cinema history, an intimate understanding of lenses, and the ability to draw any object from any angle. I maintain a strong work ethic and value professional, positive collaborations with clients and teams.

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Hi, I’m Scott Ritchie, an illustrator, photographer, and storyboard artist based in Los Angeles. I have dedicated my life to mastering photography—35mm and digital—and the film medium, and I’ve directed two-hour narrative films as well as several commercials. I’m also the author of 11 screenplays.

I bring a deep knowledge of cinema history, an intimate understanding of lenses, and the ability to draw any object from any angle. I maintain a strong work ethic and value professional, positive collaborations with clients and teams.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Storyboard Artist at Action Artists Agency
January 1, 2007 - Present
Developed shot flow for thousands of commercials, feature films and television shows; collaborated with directors such as Antoine Fuqua, Zack Snyder, Gore Verbinski, Guy Ritchie and Joe Carnahan.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Motion Artists Agency
December 31, 2003 - July 26, 2025
Executed storyboard artistry tasks between 1995 and 2003 in Los Angeles, contributing to the development phase of commercials, films, and TV shows, refining visual storytelling and shot composition.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Action Artists Agency
January 1, 2003 - Present
Storyboard Artist; helped realize the shot flow for thousands of commercials, feature films and television shows.
Storyboard Artist at Motion Artists Agency
January 1, 2003 - Present
Continued professional storyboard work supporting production planning and visualizing sequences.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Action Artists Agency
January 1, 2003 - October 14, 2025
Created storyboards and shot flows for thousands of commercials, feature films, and television shows; contributed to visual storytelling and planning.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Action Artists Agency
January 1, 2003 - Present
Provided expert storyboard artistry from 2003 to present in Los Angeles, helping realize shot flows for commercials, feature films, and television shows. Successfully collaborated with renowned directors and industry professionals to create compelling visual narratives.
Story Editor / Script Reader at Morgan Creek Productions / Warner Bros.
December 31, 1998 - July 26, 2025
Served as story editor and script reader from 1995 to 1998, reviewing scripts, managing story development, and contributing to creative decision-making in Burbank, Los Angeles area.
Story Editor / Script Reader at Morgan Creek Productions / Warner Bros.
January 1, 1998 - October 14, 2025
Evaluated and assisted in development of scripts, contributing to the script development process and editorial recommendations.
Story Editor / Script Reader at Morgan Creek Productions / Warner Bros.
January 1, 1998 - October 14, 2025
Developed and reviewed scripts, contributing to the story development process and preparing materials for production.
Personal Assistant to Head of Television at Lee Rich Productions / Warner Bros.
December 31, 1995 - July 26, 2025
Supported the Head of Television with administrative and personal assistance duties from 1994 to 1995 in Burbank, fostering smooth operational workflows and maintaining professional relationships.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Motion Artists Agency
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2003
I have a vast knowledge of cinema history and can draw any object from any angle; contributed to shot flow for thousands of commercials, feature films and television shows.
Professional Storyboard Artist at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2003
Built a broad knowledge of cinema history; intimate knowledge of lenses; capable of drawing any object from any angle; contributed storyboard work across various Los Angeles projects.
Personal Assistant to Head of Television at Lee Rich Productions / Warner Bros.
January 1, 1995 - October 14, 2025
Provided administrative and executive support to the head of television, maintaining professional relationships and aiding in daily operations in Burbank.
Personal Assistant to Head of Television at Lee Rich Productions / Warner Bros.
January 1, 1995 - October 14, 2025
Provided executive support to the head of television, coordinating schedules, travel, and communications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Massachusetts College of Art
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1986
Film Production at Emerson College
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1986
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production at Massachusetts College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
Screenwriter / Author at Emerson College
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Massachusetts College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
Bachelor of Arts / Film Production at Massachusetts College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
at Emerson College
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025
Bachelor of Arts / Film Production at Massachusetts College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
at Emerson College
January 11, 2030 - December 21, 2025
Bachelor of Arts / Film Production at Massachusetts College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1986
at Emerson College
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026

Qualifications

Nicholls Semi-Finalist
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Toronto Wild Sound Semi-Finalist
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Nicholls Semi-Finalist
January 1, 2003 - May 14, 2026
Semi-Finalist - Toronto Wild Sound
January 1, 2013 - May 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other
    The Silverlake Murders
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    abandoned FX series
    An untrained assassin appears out of nowhere and begins stealing jobs from the mob.
    Independent Feature
    a British detective tracks his quarry to the pacific northwest in the late 1800's