Blendshape Director

Requisition Number:184715Position Title:Character DirectorExternal Description:Blendshapes Character Director (Face Focused)EA CreateEA Create is a collective of content production teams partnering with EA Studios game teams to bring outstanding visuals, audio and technology to life
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’re a diverse team that is unified through collaboration, culture and craft.BlendshapesEA Create Blendshapes, the multifaceted team mostly based between Orlando, Florida and Vancouver, Canada is best known for creating amazing work in titles such as Madden, UFC, Need for Speed, Dead Space, and Battlefield to name a few; and we’re looking for a Blendshape Artist to work on upcoming titles.Blendshapes Character DirectorThe Blendshapes Character Director oversees the Blendshapes Department
Voice of the department in collaboration with Facial Capture, Scanning, Animation, and external technical groups
You will report into the Production Technical Art Director and have direct reports on the team
You will be responsible for multiple projects, being a point of escalation without daily production support being your main focus.Responsibilities:Guide Creative and Quality of all Blendshape projectsDrive Facial Motion / FACS qualityLead improvements within the Blendshape space, both visual and technicalEstablish quality benchmarks for Game TeamsRegular check ins with Artists, Leads and Production to support their needsMentor a diverse team of artistsBlendshape team reports into you as their ManagerCollaborate with department technical leadership to align developmentDefine and estimate tasks / deliverablesOversee the documentation of workflowsWork with external vendors to maintain Blendshape qualityQualifications:8+ years experience with multiple shipped Game Titles or VFX / Feature AnimationExpertise in FACSExpertise in Facial Motion / BlendshapesExperience working with Creative, Technical, and Business PartnersBackground in Character ArtExpertise in Maya, Photoshop, and ZBrushExpertise in Neutral Head and Blendshape creationExperience with human anatomy, proportion, silhouette, topology and deformationBonus:Experience with Substance Painter and Wrap3Game Engine Experience (Commercial or Proprietary)Experience in AnimationBC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations
If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location.EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting
Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.BASE SALARY RANGES• British Columbia (depending on location e.g
Vancouver vs
Victoria):º $126,000 – $176,300 CAN AnnuallyBase salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA
We also offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees
Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.City:State:Community / Marketing Title:Blendshape DirectorCompany 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 ArtsEverything 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:60Can this position be remote?:0EEO Employer Verbiage:About Electronic ArtsEverything 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. Recommended Skills

• Quality Management
• Benchmarking (Project Management)
• Business Process Improvement
• Program Management
• Team Building
• Mentorship

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