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Locations: Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom 
Role ID
207183
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
EA Studios - Criterion Games
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.

VFX Artist
Location: Guildford, UK


Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. Comprised of 4 world-class studios across Criterion, DICE, Motive and Ripple Effect – all powered by the Battlefield Central Technology (BCT) team - what’s forming on the horizon is a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

Long and the short? We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on. 

We're looking for a VFX Artist who can combine their technical knowledge of cutting-edge VFX with a creative eye for drama and composition. We need your passion to fill the game with spectacular effects while keeping the framerate silky smooth.

Responsibilities:

  • As a technical and creative innovator, you will be part of the design process, from initial prototypes through to the delivery of game experiences.
  • You'll also use your technical skills to find solutions and improve techniques.
  • You will report to the VFX Director as part of a multi-skilled team of artists, technical artists and engineers in an iterative and collaborative design process
  • You will break down deliverables; share regular updates and achieve commitments.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience of real-time node-based, GPU VFX pipelines.
  • Experience generating VFX textures in DD (Houdini,Embergen, etc)
  • Knowledge of the game development process, how VFX are integrated and how they provide essential player feedback.
  • Experience of RBD in Houdini an advantage.
  • Enjoy technical analysis and solving problems.
  • You will have shipped games experience on Gen 5 consoles 
  • A broad interest in aspects of visual art outside of video games.


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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