Associate Artist

Electronic Arts; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Electronic Arts in Vancouver is seeking a strong 2D Artist/Illustrator to shape live content for the FC franchise. You will work with Art Directors and Producers to craft textiles, wardrobe concepts, and stadium graphics for millions of players.

You bring 4+ years in graphic design/illustration, advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, and a design background with a keen eye for typography, color, and layout. Hybrid work in Canada supported by EA benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as a graphic designer/illustrator in the digital space.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite; strong visual design skills.
• Post-secondary training in graphic design with illustration emphasis.
• Experience with marketing/branding is a plus.
• Texture creation for 3D models is preferred but not required.
• Interest or experience with AI tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create unique textile and wardrobe designs for in-game characters.
• Design stadium graphics from authentic football sources and trends.
• Develop digital media assets in collaboration with Art Directors.

Skills

Graphic design

Illustration

Typography

Color theory

Visual storytelling

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary training in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Texture creation for 3D models

AI tools

Job description

Role ID

215790

Worker Type

Temporary Employee

Studio/Department

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.

EA SPORTS is one of the most iconic brands in entertainment with over 25 years of innovation, passion, and connection of millions of players across the globe to their favorite sports, teams, and players. At the heart of EA SPORTS is the FC franchise.

Innovation, passion, and teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. With studios in Vancouver, Bucharest, and Cologne; we are looking for the brightest talent so we can continue to create experiences that connect with millions of hearts and minds the world over.

As a Graphic Designer/Illustrator you will help shape the future of live content for the FC franchise. Working with our Art Directors and Game Producers, you will use your artistic curiosities and comprehension of visual design to develop compelling digital media designs for millions of players to interact with. As part of the cosmetics team, you will be responsible for creating unique textile and wardrobe designs for in-game characters, designing stadium graphics from authentic football sources and pop culture trends, and will help round out the team’s production art needs. You possess a strong working knowledge of composition, colour, typography, and digital media creation, have a flair for visual storytelling, and are passionate about your craft. We welcome everyone with new points of view, diverse backgrounds, and fresh perspectives.

FCis currently looking for a strong, experienced 2D Artist/Illustrator with excellent visual comprehension and appreciation for innovative use of typography, color, and layout for digital media.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working as a graphic designer/illustrator in the digital space
• Advanced-level skills with Adobe Creative Suite
• Post-secondary training or background in graphic design with Illustration as a major component
• Experience working with Marketing or Branding is a plus
• Experience with texture creation for 3D models is preferred but not required
• Experience with and a curiosity for AI tools is plus

Non-Technical Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment
• Ability to create high quality art assets as per Art Director briefs
• Ability to quality check deliveries
• Strong eye for design, layout, color and detail
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts, principles and solutions
• Ability to present creative ideas clearly and concisely
• Interest or experience with fashion/costume design is a plus
• Experience with interaction design and user interface is a plus

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

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

In Canada, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, and extended health/dental/vision coverage and basic life insurance.

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.