Electronic Arts

Senior Technical Animator

Electronic Arts

Redwood City, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

We are looking for a passionate Senior Technical Animator to join our team at Electronic Arts. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical animation support for our various gaming titles. You will be collaborating with a team of animators, technical directors, and engineers to create realistic animations in a fast-paced, innovative environment.To be successful in this role, you must have a strong technical background in animation, experience in game development, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment. You must be able to think outside of the box and have a passion for exploring new technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of game animation pipelines, rigging, and skinning, as well as a passion for delivering high-quality 3D animated characters and objects.If you feel that this is the right opportunity for you, we look forward to reviewing your application!

Responsibilities:

  1. Create realistic animations for game development using technical animation software.
  2. Work with a team of animators, technical directors, and engineers to develop high-quality 3D animated characters and objects.
  3. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in animation and game development.
  4. Design and implement animation pipelines and rigging systems.
  5. Develop skinning techniques to ensure the most realistic animation effects.
  6. Collaborate with the team to ensure the successful delivery of all projects.
  7. Participate in brainstorming sessions to explore new technologies and approaches.
  8. Troubleshoot any technical issues that arise.
  9. Provide feedback and support to the team on animation best practices.
  10. Ensure all animations are created to the highest of quality standards.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Redwood City, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • D Animation Experience

  • Rigging

  • Scripting

  • Maya/Ds Max Experience

  • Advanced Knowledge Of Animation Systems

  • Programming/Scripting Experience

  • Experience With Motion Capture Data

  • Knowledge Of Game Animation Systems

Required Skills
  • Python

  • C++

  • Maya

  • Animation

  • Unreal

  • Blender

  • Mel

  • Rigging

  • Facial animation

  • Motion capture

  • D Modeling

  • Weighting

  • Blendshapes

  • Ik/Fk

  • Lipsync

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • flexibility

  • Critical thinking

  • Teamwork

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Technical Animator in Redwood City, CA, USA is between $67,364 and $107,816.

Additional Information
Electronic Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedOctober 17th, 2023
Apply BeforeSeptember 18th, 2025
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About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. is an American video game company headquartered in Redwood City, California. It is the second-largest gaming company in the Americas and Europe by revenue and market capitalization.

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