Game Design Intern

Requisition Number: 165193

Position Title: Intern General

External Description:

Game Designer – Intern

About EA:

We’re EA—the world’s largest video game publisher. You’re probably familiar with many of our titles—Madden, FIFA, The Sims, Need for Speed, Dead Space, Battlefield and Star Wars, to name a few. But maybe you don’t know how we’re committed to creating games for every platform—from social to mobile to console—to give our consumers that anytime, anywhere access they demand. What does that mean for you? It means more opportunities to unleash your creative genius, be inspired by those around you and ignite your path in any direction you choose.

We, at EA, have some of the finest career defining opportunities for potential talent. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking for a work culture where innovation is the goal, work is fun, and creativity is rewarded - then EA could be your career destination.

We have been rated world over by independent surveys as one of the best employers to work with. Working at EA is an experience of its own kind, something most outsiders dream of and something that our employees always cherish.

EA has a strong presence in India since 2006 and our Hyderabad center houses 900+ of the finest talent in India. We have diverse opportunities ranging into Quality Engineering, System Test Engineering, Global Finance, Social & Mobile Gaming, IT, QA Testing, Enterprise Architecture Services teams.

We invite you to explore this opportunity to be a part of the EA
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A designer possesses a natural high level of talent, but may as yet be unproven, this would be the greatest opportunity to prove skills in the fastest growing and most dynamic sector of the gaming industry. Whether a nascent talent from the indie scene or just graduated, the Junior Designer will be able to combine a zeal for games with illustration and story board to carve the best gaming experience for players.

Your role:

This design position will be responsible for working closely with producers, product managers, developers and artists on a live online game on mobile platforms. The role is to maintain and balance the core and meta-game while creating, prototyping and implementing innovative mechanics and features which appeal to the existing community and allows for new player acquisition.

Here's what you’ll do day to day:

• Deliver the game vision as set by the Lead Designer and Product Owner.
• Manage and maintain all design aspects of a game-as-service through entire project life cycle.
• Create innovative and engaging designs and prototypes while maintaining EA’s high standard of quality.
• Coordinate with Product Manager to balance game resources and economy within the core, social meta-game and monetization model.
• Retain original IP’s core brand values and game experience within the service at all times.
• Communicate game design clearly and concisely with team and throughout worldwide studio.
• Inspire game team through progressive, creative design and leadership.
• Provide and receive critique in a constructive manner with suggestions and solutions for improvement.
• Iterate designs based on internal/external play tests, game metrics, team input, and community feedback.
• Remain current on industry trends including; new game genres, new game design methods and emerging platforms

Who fits the bill:

• Proven ability to conceptualize, create and implement game concepts using various tools and technology.
• Passion for fast-paced, competitive games.
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for mobile gaming
• Interest in new monetization and business models as they relate to game design
• Excellent creative, analytical and organizational skills with proven ability to write, communicate and maintain detailed design documentation throughout project life cycle.
• Demonstrative proof of an open-mined, progressive thinker who is flexible, energetic and driven with the ability to overcome obstacles and challenges with working solutions.
• Familiarity with Flash, Perforce, Unity, Photoshop and other tools a plus
• Comfortable public speaker.

Education:

• Sophomore

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Community / Marketing Title: Game Design Intern

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.

EEOText:

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: 50

Can this position be remote?: 1

EEO Employer Verbiage:

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.