Description
Electronic Arts is seeking an Environment Artist to join the EA SPORTS FC team in Vancouver, Canada. The successful candidate will work onsite three days a week and be part of a 12-month contract with the possibility of longer-term employment.
The EA SPORTS FC Art team creates immersive experiences for players worldwide. As an Environment Artist, you will work with internal and external teams to develop diverse and engaging worlds and gameplay levels. Your responsibilities will include:
- Creating high-quality benchmark content, such as individual assets, levels, sets, stadiums, and complex worlds
- Developing schematic and logic-based hook-ups for level environments
- Setting dressing locations to convey depth and storytelling
- Deconstructing concept art, reference imagery, and style guides into efficient asset lists
- Participating in the level building process from initial grey-block rapid layout to final assets
- Breaking down tasks, assembling reference material, and overseeing the work of internal and external artists
- Troubleshooting and creating workflows and documentation
- Collaborating with other artists, tech artists, and leads
- Integrating assets into the game to ensure seamless design and style
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years of production experience with asset creation and overseeing entire levels
- Expert knowledge of 3D modeling software, such as Maya
- Exceptional asset creation abilities
- Experience working methodically from initial grey-block to final assets
- Strong sense of proportion, scene composition, and lighting
- Experience with content-driven game engines, such as Unreal, Frostbite, or Unity
- High fidelity modeling skills and ability to paint photorealistic surfaces using industry-standard 3D paint software
- Experience with photogrammetry, ZBrush, and Substance Designer is a plus
To apply, please provide a portfolio that includes examples of assets created from start to finish, sets, assets, and environments that demonstrate an understanding of composition, architectural construction, material properties, and organic wear and tear.
Electronic Arts offers a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on physical, emotional, economic, and career well-being.