{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b972235e4e80717dc32959c7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b972235e4e80717dc32959c7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b972235e4e80717dc32959c7","title":"Animator","description":"ENTERTAINING IS OUR PASSION\nEA 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.\nEA Create is looking for an Animator with experience in Cinematic animation to join our team in assisting on a new title. EA Create is known to partner with AAA studios such as BioWare, Respawn, and Maxis, and assist on the critically acclaimed 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.\nYou 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.\nRole Requirements:\nUnderstanding and passion for cinematics and storytelling in games.\nMinimum of 5 years professional animation experience.\nKeyframe and Motion Capture animation skills within Maya.\nReliable internet service to work remotely.\nRole Expectations:\nVisualize and hand key motion on characters within Maya.\nUtilize existing motion capture to develop realistic character performances\nWork with the Animation Director and Leads to deliver quality animation that meets outlined expectations.\nEnsure all animations contribute to the direction of the game in both the experience and the story being told.\nProvide feedback to the Technical Animators regarding character rigging.\nAnimate weight, character personality, mood, and believability through realistic and stylized performances.\nShoot reference video using instruction and feedback from the Animation Director and Leads.\nUnderstand feedback and deliver revisions at the expected quality within the assigned time frame.\nCollaborate with multiple departments such as Design, Technical Animation, and Code to complete tasks.\nPrompt attendance at all meetings and reviews.\nOrganize your work and notes to be easily understood by team members.\nCollaborate with directors, animators, production and technical staff.\nUS COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS\nThe hourly pay ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the hourly pay range for your specific location.\nEA has listed the hourly pay ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.\nHOURLY PAY RANGES\nCalifornia (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. Sacramento):\nº $40 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nNew York (depending on location e.g. Manhattan vs. Buffalo):\nº $37 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nJersey City, NJ :\nº $48 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nColorado (depending on location e.g. Denver vs. Colorado Springs):\nº $45 - $59 USD Hourly\n\nWashington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane):\nº $37 - $53 USD Hourly\nThe hourly rate is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to temporary full-time employees scheduled to work 40 hours a week.\n\nElectronic 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. 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EA artists aim to create characters, performances, scenery, moods and experiences that suspend disbelief and emotionally connect with players.\nEA Create is looking for an Animator with experience in Cinematic animation to join our team in assisting on a new title. EA Create is known to partner with AAA studios such as BioWare, Respawn, and Maxis, and assist on the critically acclaimed 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.\nYou 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.\nRole Requirements:\nUnderstanding and passion for cinematics and storytelling in games.\nMinimum of 5 years professional animation experience.\nKeyframe and Motion Capture animation skills within Maya.\nReliable internet service to work remotely.\nRole Expectations:\nVisualize and hand key motion on characters within Maya.\nUtilize existing motion capture to develop realistic character performances\nWork with the Animation Director and Leads to deliver quality animation that meets outlined expectations.\nEnsure all animations contribute to the direction of the game in both the experience and the story being told.\nProvide feedback to the Technical Animators regarding character rigging.\nAnimate weight, character personality, mood, and believability through realistic and stylized performances.\nShoot reference video using instruction and feedback from the Animation Director and Leads.\nUnderstand feedback and deliver revisions at the expected quality within the assigned time frame.\nCollaborate with multiple departments such as Design, Technical Animation, and Code to complete tasks.\nPrompt attendance at all meetings and reviews.\nOrganize your work and notes to be easily understood by team members.\nCollaborate with directors, animators, production and technical staff.\nUS COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS\nThe hourly pay ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these states. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the hourly pay range for your specific location.\nEA has listed the hourly pay ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.\nHOURLY PAY RANGES\nCalifornia (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. Sacramento):\nº $40 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nNew York (depending on location e.g. Manhattan vs. Buffalo):\nº $37 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nJersey City, NJ :\nº $48 - $60 USD Hourly\n\nColorado (depending on location e.g. Denver vs. Colorado Springs):\nº $45 - $59 USD Hourly\n\nWashington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane):\nº $37 - $53 USD Hourly\nThe hourly rate is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to temporary full-time employees scheduled to work 40 hours a week.\n\nElectronic 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. 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