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Locations: Los Angeles - Chatsworth, California, United States of America 
Role ID
213504
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
EA Studios - Respawn
Work Model
Hybrid

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Founded in 2010 by the original creators of the Call of Duty Franchise, Respawn was created with the philosophy that when talented people have creative freedom, they'll make extraordinary games that achieve the unexpected. From our roots as an indie studio to joining the expansive roster of studios at Electronic Arts, this remains our guiding principle. We truly love what we do and want to share our passion with players worldwide. Our shipped titles include critically acclaimed multi-platform games Apex Legends, Titanfall, Titanfall 2, Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order, Star Wars™ Jedi: Survivor and Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond. Join us for the opportunity to create groundbreaking games with some of the best developer talent in the industry.


As a Lead Concept Artist, you will combine expert-level craft execution with team leadership, driving high-quality visual development while mentoring and growing other artists. You will partner closely with the Art Director and cross-discipline teams to translate creative vision into compelling, production-ready designs that define the Apex universe.

Responsibilities
  • Drive the visual development and execution of concept art across Apex Legends, ensuring alignment with artistic direction, gameplay, and narrative goals
  • Partner closely with the Art Director and production teams to translate vision into clear, actionable concepts that support downstream development
  • Create expert-level concept designs across characters, environments, weapons, and props, establishing a high quality bar for the team
  • Provide hands-on mentorship and training to concept artists, helping develop their skills in design, composition, and visual storytelling
  • Foster strong collaboration with game design, narrative, and production to deliver cohesive and innovative visual solutions
  • Contribute to and help evolve style guides, visual frameworks, and reference materials to ensure consistency across internal and external teams
  • Support presentation and communication of visual ideas, including art reviews, stakeholder presentations, and milestone deliverables
  • Act as a key contributor to team culture by promoting craft excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
  • Drive external development partners to successfully execute on concepts, providing clear direction, feedback, and quality benchmarks to ensure assets meet Apex Legends’ visual standards
  • Stay informed about emerging tools and production methodologies, actively adopting innovative workflows to help streamline concept creation and improve production velocity


Requirements
  • Significant experience (typically 6+ years) as a concept artist in the game industry, with a portfolio demonstrating expert-level design, composition, and visual storytelling
  • Proven ability to operate at a senior level, including mentoring, training, and guiding other artists
  • Deep understanding of anatomy, design principles, color theory, composition, and perspective, with the ability to apply them at a high level
  • Strong ability to translate creative direction into production-ready visual solutions in collaboration with Art Directors and cross-functional teams
  • Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop, Painter, and 3D tools for paint-overs and ideation)
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas, give actionable feedback, and present work to stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and contribute to a team-oriented environment
  • Passion for Apex Legends and a clear understanding of its visual identity and potential evolution


Bonus
  • Experience working on multiplayer shooters or live service games
  • Advanced familiarity with 3D workflows to support concept development
  • Experience contributing to training initiatives or formal mentorship programs
  • Experience working closely with Art Directors on camera, composition, and in-game presentation
  • Familiarity with outsourcing pipelines and external partner collaboration
  • Passion for pushing bold, innovative visual ideas while maintaining gameplay clarity and cohesion

Pay Transparency - North America

COMPENSATION 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). 

PAY RANGES
* California (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$150,100 - $228,000 USD

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.
In 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.  


About Electronic Arts
We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

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.
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