Senior Artist

Requisition Number: 169730

Position Title: Senior Artist

External Description:

Senior Artist
Location - EA Hyderabad

At Slingshot, EA Mobile game studio based out of Hyderabad, our vision is to be the center of excellence for Live Services while helping grow the footprint of EA’s games in emerging markets.

EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment with over 25 years of innovation, passion, and connecting millions of players across the globe to their favorite sports, teams, and players. 

Here are the values we truly believe in:

• Tenacity – Hunger to prove yourself and keep pushing the boundary
• Ownership – Get things done
• Passion – Passionate about the art of making games
• Collaboration – Great things are not done by an individual but by a team of highly motivated folks
• Alchemy – Create magic in everything you do
  
  

The Role 
As 2D Animator you will be responsible for the development of animation assets. This includes but is not limited to, character animation, in-game 2D effects, 2D animation for promotional material, and user feedback animatable elements. You will also participate in the implementing those animations in production pipeline framework.

Responsibilities

• Understanding of  quirky Humor and can bring life to animation using that quirkiness.
• Working with the Art Director, Art Lead, and production team to create and implement 2D character animation assets.
• Excellent understanding of 2D effects animation
• Creating imaginative character concepts that align with the overall vision of the studio and branding.
• Working with the Producer to ensure all established timelines and deliverables are met.
• Participating in art design review meetings and sharing your ideas, feedback, and opinions.
• Continuing to enhance your animation skills by keeping aware of industry trends and techniques, learning new software packages and traditional art methods.
• Maintains or exceeds a consistent level of productivity while meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work.
• Other duties assigned by the team.
  
  

 Who fits the bill:

• 4year of related experience creating animation and animation-related art assets on projects.
• Expert level understanding of the Principles of Animation.
• Well versed in Photoshop.
• Adaptable to different software packages ie. maya and/or After Effects is a plus.
• Ability to create seamless animation loops.
• Can animate using rigged characters as well as hand drawn frames
• Excellent understanding of 2D effects animation
• Experience working with approachable art and animation styles.
• Familiar with the game development process is a plus.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating multiple art styles.
• Adaptable/versatile art style and ability to maintain a consistent look across multiple projects.
  
  

Required software skills:

• Must - Photoshop, FLASH/Animate CC
• Good to have - Maya, 3Ds Max, Spine, Unity

 

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Electronic Arts Inc. är ett globalt ledande mjukvaruföretag för interaktiv underhållning. EA levererar spel, innehåll och onlinetjänster för internetuppkopplade spelkonsoler, persondatorer, mobiltelefoner och surfplattor.

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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: 37

Can this position be remote?: 1

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