Lead Cinematic Animation Team Manager

6 days ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada Electronic Arts Full time
Job Title: Lead Cinematic Animation Team Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Lead Cinematic Animation Team Manager to join our team at Electronic Arts. As a key member of our animation department, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of animators, providing mentorship, regular feedback, and fostering a collaborative work environment to inspire high-quality cinematic animations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the creation of in-house and outsourcing cinematic content, ensuring it aligns with the project's artistic vision and narrative goals.
  • Work closely with directors, producers, and other stakeholders to maintain a cohesive animation style.
  • Tasking and scoping animation work, requiring effective planning and allocation of resources, collaboration with project managers, and proactive addressing of potential bottlenecks to ensure milestones are met.
  • Review animation work to ensure best practices and workflows are maintained.
  • Stay updated with the latest animation tools, technologies, and industry trends, providing technical solutions and support to the animation team as needed.

Expectations:

  • Manage production deadlines and oversee task completion.
  • Develop and maintain a cohesive animation style.
  • Be a people manager to a team of animators with various experience levels.
  • Oversight of outsourcing content and deliverables.
  • Mentorship and strong communication skills.
  • Problem-solving and technical issue resolution.
  • Collaboration and teamwork.
  • Cross-discipline discussion and alignment.
  • Feedback and direction-seeking.
  • Promotion of a collaborative learning culture.

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience as a cinematic animator for in-game content.
  • Proven experience as a Lead Animator or similar role in the gaming or entertainment industry.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Experience working on AAA games with narrative content like cinematics or scripted events.
  • Expertise in animation software such as Maya, Motion Builder, or similar tools.
  • Performance capture polish and keyframe proficiency.
  • Broad understanding of technical workflows.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • A competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • A flexible work environment with remote work options.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
  • A generous parental leave policy.

About Us:

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values and passion for the gaming industry. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers employees to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.

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