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Electronic Arts

Development Director - Art

Electronic Arts
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hybrid senior full-time Shanghai

First indexed 23 Oct 2026

Description

Electronic Arts creates incredible entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans worldwide. Here, everyone is part of the story, part of a community that connects people globally.

As one of the largest sports entertainment platforms in the world, EA SPORTS FC is redefining football with genre-leading interactive experiences, connecting a global community of fans to The World's Game through innovation and unrivalled authenticity.

You will lead and manage the Central Art Team, ensuring delivery of high-quality assets for feature and live teams. You will oversee end-to-end outsourcing processes, including vendor selection, onboarding, task assignment, quality reviews, and final delivery. You will align project schedules, priorities, and milestones with company partners and external partners.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing relationships with external art and co-dev vendors, fostering strong, long-term partnerships
  • Establishing clear communication channels, guidelines, and quality standards for vendors
  • Conducting regular performance reviews and feedback sessions with outsourcing partners
  • Working with producers, designers, engineers, and QA teams to integrate assets and features into the game build
  • Facilitating agreement between creative direction, technical feasibility, and production timelines
  • Overseeing and mentoring junior project managers, providing guidance on project tracking, risk management, and partner communication
  • Supporting team members' professional growth and performance development
  • Developing and maintaining production pipelines, workflows, and documentation to keep productivity and consistency
  • Reviewing and approving art assets and co-development deliverables, ensuring they meet both creative and technical standards

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in project management within the game industry, with at least 2 years managing art teams and outsourcing vendors
  • Solid background in mobile game development, with an understanding of both creative and technical production processes
  • Experience managing co-development projects, including engineering deliverables
  • Proficiency in English and Mandarin (both verbal and written)
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Asana) and asset tracking systems
  • Passion for games and understanding of current industry trends
  • Experience working with international teams across different time zones

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefit packages, tailored to local needs, including medical insurance, mental wellbeing support, pension plans, paid leave, family permits, free games, and more
  • Encouragement of work-life balance and flexible working environments
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://jobs.ea.com/es_ES/careers/JobDetail/216504-Development-Director/216504