Senior Animator - 213955 - Electronic Arts
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Electronic Arts
Senior Animator
General Information
Locations: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Role ID
213955
Worker Type
Temporary Employee
Studio/Department
EA Studios - EA Create
Work Model
Hybrid
Description & Requirements
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.
ENTERTAINING IS OUR PASSION
EA is a world-renowned entertainment leader, creating top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, fan programs and cross-platform digital experiences enjoyed by players all over the world. EA artists aim to create characters, performances, scenery, moods and experiences that suspend disbelief and emotionally connect with players.
EA Create is looking for a Senior Animator to join our team in assisting on our next AAA title. EA Create is known to partner with studios such as BioWare, Respawn, Criterion, DICE and Maxis, and assist on the critically acclaimed Battlefield, Dragon Age, Star Wars, Madden and FIFA franchises. This is your opportunity to be part of a collaborative group with team members all over the world and have your work shown to millions of viewers, players, peers, and industry professionals.
You would report to a director within the Animation team and create high-quality performances in all aspects of your work. You know how to reveal attitude, emotions, and mood through a character''s movement and behavior, and create memorable characters which will appeal to players. It''s essential to have knowledge of the timing and appearance of human and animal movement and facial expressions.
In the end, the look of a game is one of the most significant factors contributing to the success of the game.
Role Requirements:
Degree in Fine Arts or Computer Animation
5+ years of professional animation experience
Proficient in both facial and body animation
Advanced working knowledge of Maya
Working knowledge of Motion Builder is desirable
FACS training or knowledge of FACS-based rigs is beneficial
Passion for animation
Production experience in a professional animation setting
Ability to work onsite at the studio as part of a collaborative, in-person team environment
Role Expectations:
Quickly align with the Animation Director on expectations and creative direction
May lead or mentor a small group of animators based on project needs, ensuring understanding of the Animation Director''s vision
Create high-quality hand-keyed animation
Create high-quality animation based on motion capture and reference
Convey weight, character personality, mood, and believability through realistic performances
Demonstrate advanced understanding of animation within a motion capture pipeline
Ensure animation supports overall direction, player experience, and narrative goals
Apply feedback to your work and deliver revisions promptly while maintaining quality standards
Balance personal workload with supporting other team members
Keep work and notes organized so teammates can easily follow
Prompt attendance at all meetings and reviews.
Collaborate with directors, animators, production, and technical staff
Shoot reference video when needed, based on direction and feedback from the Animation Director and Leads
Pay Transparency - North America
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).
PAY RANGES
Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In Canada, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, and extended health/dental/vision coverage and basic life insurance.
About Electronic Arts
We're proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.
We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.
Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.
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