Senior Viewmodel Animator (Apex Legends)

Electronic Arts is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Viewmodel Animator to join the Apex Legends Animation team. You will help establish and realize high-quality first-person animations that bring gameplay to life.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver powerful, memorable first-person animation performances from initial blockout to final polish, with style and personality.
• Work closely with Designers and members of all disciplines cross-discipline teams to ensure responsive, immersive gameplay.
• Share knowledge, inspire creativity, and help elevate the quality bar.
• Maintain communication across all relevant disciplines throughout development.
• Help establish efficient pipelines and procedures across animation teams.
• Assess and evolve workflow and player experience.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of professional game development experience.
• Strong understanding of video game animation development.
• Proficiency in 3D animation packages like Autodesk Maya.
• Experience with first-person weapons and behaviors.
• Experience working closely with Designers, Engineers, and Artists.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $127,700 - $190,600 USD (California), $114,300 - $156,200 CAD (British Columbia).
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, sick time, company holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) or retirement plan.