Audio Artist II

Requisition Number: 175422

Position Title: Audio Artist II

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Role Overview

EA Create is a collective of content production teams partnering with EA Studios game teams to provide outstanding visuals, audio and technology. Our teams consist of artists, engineers, technicians, designers and development directors. Worldwide, we combine our teams to form a global group of extraordinary individuals fueled by imagination and a unified passion for creating amazing visuals, sound and experiences. We are a diverse team, unified through collaboration, culture and craft.

Create Audio is looking for an enthusiastic Audio Artist generalist to work on the next evolution of the UFC franchise.

As a generalist, your responsibilities will change throughout the project, and you will have a chance to work in several areas. You will report to the Development Manager and work with the Audio Director and Speech Lead to help make an impact with SFX design and Speech implementation.

With an intermediate understanding of game development, experience with video games and a desire to create an outstanding audio experience, you will grow in our inclusive culture and share your expertise to contribute to an incredible experience for our players.

 

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and implementation of audio for the next UFC title
• Follow a schedule and submit final audio files on or before required deadlines
• Edit and implement audio assets directly in our audio tools and game engine
• Collaborate with Audio Director and Speech Lead to ensure that audio matches the vision of the game
• Work with Game Modes and User Interface Development teams to design and implement Sound Effects for menus and in game interfaces
• Assist Speech Lead in editing and implementation of recorded speech files
• Troubleshoot and help fix audio bugs

 

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of two years audio experience
• Experience with audio editing, design, and processing in a major Digital Audio Workstation (ex. ProTools, Nuendo, Reaper)
• Experience with version control tools (ex. Perforce)
• Proficient in at least one game engine (ex. Unreal, Unity) and understanding of game audio tools (ex. FMod, Wwise)
• Experience with visual scripting tools (ex. Max MSP patches or Unreal Blueprints)
• Solid knowledge of PC hardware and software
• Good technical thinker and collaborator

 

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of UFC and the sport of MMA is a bonus
• Please provide portfolio link on your cover letter and resume

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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: 43

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.