Electronic Arts

Animation Intern – Firemonkeys (Melbourne) 

Electronic Arts' Firemonkeys Studio is based in Melbourne, Australia and is regarded throughout the industry as a leading mobile game studio. As an Animation Intern for Firemonkeys Studio, you will be part of The SIMS FreePlay (SFP) mobile team, where you will develop your skills as both an animator and pre-production artist, learning new software and techniques for creating polished animations and building believable characters. You will collaborate with a talented team to produce polished in-game performances that deepen our players' emotional and gameplay experience. You will report to the Animation Director. 

Responsibilities:

• Apply animation principles and key-frame techniques to craft charismatic and convincing actions for human and animal characters
• Develop relationships with other departments and outsourcing teams to determine and fulfill technical requirements for animated assets
• Work closely with content teams to generate imaginative and exciting SFP updates.
• Build 3D model proxy meshes and basic rigs for asset pre-production
• Respond to feedback and iterate on animated sequences to achieve SFP style of animation and expected level of polish
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment between internal and external teams

Qualifications:

• You must be a recent 2024 graduate to be eligible
• Proficiency in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software
• Experience in creating pose to pose key-framed animations
• Basic understanding of Animation Principles and Body Mechanics
• Creativity and strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills
• Eager to learn new skills and work in a collaborative environment

What’s in it for you? 

We want EA to be the ultimate destination to make great content and experiences. Everything we’re doing here is about creating a culture, environment, and company where you can do the best work of your career – so there’s that. There’s also:

• An employee assistance program, including coaching and therapy sessions to support your wellbeing
• An inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers
• 17.5% annual leave loading – yes, we’ll pay you extra to take a break!
• Bonus end of year leave days – time off between Christmas and New Years, no annual leave necessary
• Volunteer leave and charitable donation matching
• A flexible work reimbursement program - $$ to go towards your working from home and/or commuting expenses
• Opportunities to unwind after a busy week with drinks and nibbles
• A structured hybrid work model (minimum 3 days in office)
• Quarterly team events (e.g. escape room, lawn bowls, paint and sip)
• 2 Development Days (project and personal) every 6 weeks, including a Game Jam x end of year party week in December 
• Unique Firemonkeys and Sims merch

We also offer access to our employee stock purchase program.