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Senior Principal Animator

Electronic Arts Inc. is a global leader in interactive entertainment. We develop and deliver games, content and online services across platforms. We have a broad portfolio of brands that span the most popular genres.You will work with an experienced team that has collectively built and worked on games and backend services for more than two decades. You will work with multiple developers and other talented team members to build something truly awesome. Become a foundational part of joining and building a respectful and diverse team, as the Principal Animator for a brand new project.We're looking for an experienced core gameplay Principal Animator to join us in building a AAA open world action RPG with an emphasis on emergent and genre-spanning gameplay. We are looking for a candidate capable of motion editing, prototyping, who can also produce high-quality hand-keyframe animation.You will report to the studio head and work as part of the core gameplay team. You'll use prototypes and real-time visualizations to help realize and shape the vision set by peer studio leadership.Responsibilities• You will implement and polish full movement, interaction, and combat sets for a third personaction game.• Technical Artists/Animators and Engineers will work with you to manage and solve any technicalproblems that arise.• You'll work with the Design team to establish and create animations that align with designrequirements.• Using Frostbite, you will prototype and implement both movement and combat features.Requirements• At least 10+ years of experience working on AAA console games.• Experience in motion editing and keyframing characters to a very high standard.• Experience working with designers/engineers to brainstorm ideas to then iterate in-engine.• Experience with modern combat and movement systems.We encourage you to apply, even if you don't match every qualification listed above. Let us know whythis role appeals to you, why you will be great, what unique perspectives you'll bring, and whichrequirements will challenge you to growCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs). BASE SALARY RANGES• California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. Sacramento)• $202,700 - $308,800 USD• Colorado (depending on location e.g. Denver vs. Colorado Springs)• $211,700 - $282,200 USD• Jersey City, NJ• $241,300 - $308,800 USD• New York (depending on location e.g. Manhattan vs. Buffalo)• $191,100 - $308,800 USD• Washington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane)• $191,100 - $281,600 USDIn the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337).

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Are you ready to take your animation skills to the next level? Electronic Arts Inc., a global leader in interactive entertainment, is searching for a Senior Principal Animator to join our vibrant team in Kirkland, WA. With over two decades of experience across various genres, we're dedicated to creating exceptional gaming experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with a diverse and talented group of developers to build a AAA open-world action RPG that emphasizes emergent gameplay. Your day-to-day will involve implementing and refining movements, interactions, and combat mechanics for a thrilling third-person action game. With your extensive experience—10 years or more in AAA console game development—you'll utilize your expertise in motion editing and high-quality hand-keyframe animation to bring our visions to life. You will also work closely with Technical Artists/Animators and Engineers to solve any technical challenges you face, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Creativity is key, as you'll brainstorm and iterate with designers to create animations that resonate with gameplay mechanics. If you’re passionate about animation and eager to contribute to something groundbreaking, we would love for you to apply and tell us how you can help shape the future of gaming with Electronic Arts.

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As a Senior Principal Animator at Electronic Arts, you'll be responsible for implementing and polishing full movement, interaction, and combat sets for a third-person action game. You’ll work with a core gameplay team and collaborate closely with Technical Artists, Animators, and Engineers to manage technical challenges, making sure that each animation aligns with both design requirements and the overall game vision.