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Romain Laforet

Cinematic Director & Senior Storyboard Artist
Lyon, France • Open to Relocation & Remote

Professional Summary

Visionary Cinematic Director and Storyboard Artist with 15+ years of experience driving the visual narrative of AAA blockbuster video games. Specialized in translating complex scripts into dynamic, high-octane cinematic sequences through expert draftsmanship and narrative drawing. Proven ability to bridge the gap between compelling storytelling and visual development, mastering cinematic pacing, action staging, and immersive world-building.

Professional Experience

Senior Look Development Artist Mar 2026 - Present
Xilam Animation & The LEGO Group
  • Visual Identity & Look Dev: Pioneered early visual development for upcoming IPs, establishing definitive lighting intents, color scripts, and overarching style guidelines.
Cinematic Director Apr 2025 - Feb 2026
Ubisoft (Unannounced Project)
  • Cinematic Direction: Directed the complete visual narrative pipeline for a major unannounced AAA title, overseeing the transition from script to screen.
  • Storyboarding & Pacing: Crafted high-end cinematic storyboards, defining camera angles, timing, and emotional beats for critical story sequences.
  • Visual Development: Produced core concept art and look development to establish the artistic pillars of the game's cinematics.
  • Environment & Matte Painting: Executed detailed matte paintings to expand the scale and immersion of key narrative backgrounds.
Senior Storyboard & Concept Artist 2020 - 2025
Ubisoft (Various Studios)
  • Assassin's Creed Shadows & Hexe: Directed the visual pacing of key action sequences and cinematics. Architected critical narrative storyboards for highly confidential, lore-heavy moments.
  • Star Wars Outlaws: Spearheaded "Master Moods" and keylighting pre-visualization. Collaborated directly with cinematic directors to establish dramatic focal points.
  • Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: Storyboarded fast-paced 2.5D combat mechanics, focusing heavily on action readability, visual impact, and dynamic framing.
Concept & Storyboard Artist (Freelance) 2009 - 2020
Various AAA & Entertainment Studios
  • Visual Storytelling: Produced extensive storyboards, concept art, and narrative illustrations for diverse entertainment projects, delivering high-quality draftsmanship.

Core Competencies & Tools

Visual Storytelling

Cinematic Direction Narrative Drawing Action Pacing Storyboarding Animatics

Art Direction

Concept Art Matte Painting Look Development Color Scripting Visual Identity

Software

Photoshop Blender