Description
Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans worldwide. All of us are part of the story here. Part of a connected community across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are welcomed and ideas matter. One team where everyone is involved in the games.
EA SPORTS is one of the world's leading sports entertainment brands, known for top-selling video game franchises, award-winning interactive technology, and cross-platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected gaming experiences that bring the emotion of sports to life through industry-leading titles, including Madden NFL, EA SPORTS FC, NHL, NBA LIVE, and UFC.
The EA SPORTS FC Tech Art team is a global community of technical creators, fueled by imagination and a unified passion to grow the love of sports for players worldwide through inspiring visuals and immersive experiences. We push visual boundaries and create leading-edge content across multiple disciplines.
The Technical Artist serves as a bridge between artists and engineers. They are considered part of the art team and work closely with artists, project managers, SEs and the Technical Art team. They also act as a point of contact with the game team partners, liaising between the art and game teams. The main areas of responsibility include asset optimization, content management/integration and game development. TAs are expected to assume ownership of any technical issues that arise on their projects and resolve them.
Responsibilities:
- Support 3D artists, working with Python and DCCs.
- Asset optimization.
- Content management/integration.
- Game development.
Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of modern game engine production and development experience.
- Hands-on experience in in-game performance-related optimizations.
- Hands-on experience with content workflow in game engines.
- Experience in professional programming. Being able to read and write C++ is a bonus.
- A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field.
- Effective at communicating with different audiences: artists, engineers, and management.
- A solutions provider, particularly as it pertains to testing and debugging technical issues.
- A willingness to jump into the unknown and solve new problems;
- A proven track record of the ability to think creatively to resolve technical challenges and limitations in a fast-paced environment.
- A Passion for Games is a plus!
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package, which may include healthcare coverage, mental wellness support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leave, free games and more.