Join Electronic Arts as a Gameplay Animator for EA SPORTS FC, where you'll craft dynamic and realistic animations to bring soccer stars to life in one of the most popular sports franchises. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance gameplay immersion through innovative motion capture and rigging techniques.

Electronic Arts is seeking a talented Gameplay Animator to join the EA SPORTS FC team in Vancouver. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and refining animations that capture the essence of professional soccer gameplay, ensuring every kick, pass, and tackle feels authentic and engaging.

You'll work closely with animators, riggers, gameplay designers, and engineers to integrate animations seamlessly into the game engine. This includes creating blend trees, state machines, and procedural animations to support diverse player actions and environmental interactions.

Key responsibilities include interpreting design requirements into fluid motion sequences, optimizing animations for performance across platforms, and participating in playtests to refine animation quality. Your contributions will directly impact the realism and fun factor of EA SPORTS FC, reaching millions of players worldwide.

If you have a passion for sports and animation, and want to help shape the future of interactive entertainment, this is your opportunity to shine at a leading game studio.

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience in game animation, particularly in sports titles.
• Proficiency in tools like Maya, MotionBuilder, or Unreal Engine for creating high-quality gameplay animations.
• Strong understanding of human anatomy, physics, and realistic movement for sports simulations.
• Experience with motion capture data processing and keyframe animation techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and iterate based on feedback.
• Portfolio showcasing gameplay animation work in video games.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Flexible remote work options with opportunities for hybrid collaboration.
• Access to state-of-the-art animation tools and software licenses.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences and training programs.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and wellness programs.
• Stock purchase plan and retirement savings matching.