Development Director

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Requisition Number: 116364

Position Title: DD I

External Description:

We are EA
And we make games – how cool is that? In fact, we entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

A Development Director in Rigging manages Technical artists & Technical animators, as well as other DD’s / DM’s. Rigging DDs are the keepers of the project plans and schedule and play a vital role in successfully facilitating asset & rig production, game team & central team support throughout the product life cycle, while ensuring a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and communication. They must partner closely internally, with content partners, game team and key stakeholders to ensure that they are managing all projects on time, to quality, and within budget.

Rigging is seeking am experienced DD, located in Vancouver to support production & development on some of the largest titles in the gaming industry; oversee a new development support team, as well as work with the Rigging leadership team on strategic direction for this growing team. You are a people manager whose greatest strengths are building strong relationships, collaboration, strategic thinking and strong execution.

What the Rigging DD will do:

Leadership & People Management:

Builds and evolves effective team; identifies resourcing needs, provides challenges and developmental opportunities to ensure that all employees reach their potential.
Builds and maintains effective working relationships with immediate team and those outside of the immediate team that influence the successful completion of the project.
Provides line & career management to employees within the rigging domain.
Maintains regular communication with project team and coordinates dependencies with external partners.
Participates in the hiring process to ensure qualified candidates are available to meet project requirements.
Foster an engaging, fulfilling and fun working environment.
Partners with Rigging leadership on coaching and mentoring a strong team; as well as recruiting, onboarding, and retention.

Execution:

Establishing and assigning task objectives from defined project goals; achieving project deliverables through managing team at a project-level.
Proactively assessing and mitigating risk on a project / dept. level.
Partnering with production to manage scope and quality.

Project management:

Oversees overall projects schedule based on the individual task estimates for production.
Partners will Production DD/DM / CRAFT Director to determine the resource requirements to meet the task requirements.
Establish a project / development budget, determine task dependencies, and assign tasks to team resources as appropriate.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years project management or team leadership experience.
Education requirement University degree Bachelors or equivalent professional experience.
Ideally have a technical focused background.
Effective communication skills across all levels and organizations.
Experience in various project management methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile.
Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
Some international travel will be required.

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Community / Marketing Title: Development Director

Company Profile:

We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 406

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