Assistant Motion Capture Technician - Contract

Requisition Number: 166106

Position Title: Contingent

External Description:

EAs Los Angeles-based Motion Capture Studio serves the motion capture needs for all of EAs game development teams world-wide. In our state-of-the-art studio we capture a wide spectrum of data types – 3D scanning, virtual cinematography, motion capture to name just a few. As a member of the team, you are supporting the various development teams to create content for EA’s products. This support will be provided by the acquisition and integration of motion capture to complete the animation needs for EA’s products.

We are looking for a contract Assistant Motion Capture Technician to join our team! This is a temporary 12 month assignment.

**Working hours are full time and will include time onsite at our Los Angeles capture facilities located in Chatsworth, CA. (Relocation is not offered for this position.)**

 

Responsibilities:

• Support the Motion Capture team w/daily production prep.
• Operation of proprietary tools related to the acquisition
• Assist with construction of set and prop pieces
• Support performer wardrobe fitting and motion capture marker application
• Take direction from motion capture lead, relating to session prep and production wrap
• Supporting the acquisition team with general studio/stage maintenance
• Facilitates flooring install / strikes
  • Assuming appropriate certification is obtained, potential to operate heavy equipment such as scissor lift to ensure mocap stage is sufficiently prepared for acquiring data.
  • Assuming sufficient instruction, may use tools and machinery to create props and sets for use on the motion capture stage.
  • Ability to take detailed notes during shoot and assist with proprietary tools on set
  • Can work well under the pressure of “live” production environments

 

Qualifications:

• Understanding of human movement within a 3D package (Maya or Motion Builder)
• Motion Capture software experience (Cortex or Shogun)
• OFA Lv1
• Scissor lift certification
• Heavy Equipment & Workshop skills
• Set construction, or set carpentry experience
• Production experience in related entertainment industry: video games, film, TV, theater
• Audio/Video connection experience
• Technologically savvy
• Good attitude
• Excellent judgment, & communication skills; written and verbal
• Believes in teamwork and collaboration
• Ability to work independently w/ little supervision
• Self motivated, good time management

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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: 42

Can this position be remote?: 0

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.