Senior Lighting Director

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. This team works onsite at EA Vancouver (Burnaby office) 3 days a week, Tuesday - Thursday. Relocation and immigration support will be provided.

EA SPORTS is one of the world's leading sports entertainment brands, known for top-selling video game franchises, award-winning interactive technology, and cross-platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS FC is redefining football with genre-leading interactive experiences, connecting a global community of fans to The World's Game through innovation and unrivaled authenticity.

The EA SPORTS FC Art team is a global community of content creators, fueled by imagination and a unified passion to grow the love of sports for players worldwide through inspiring visuals and immersive experiences. We push visual boundaries and create leading edge content across multiple disciplines.

Job Summary: Reporting to the Group Art and Animation Director for EA SPORTS FC, we are seeking an experienced, innovative and visionary Senior Lighting Director to lead and unify our lighting teams across multiple game modes, in the realms of gameplay, cinematics, user generated content, and sandbox gaming. This role involves collaborating with our Group Art and Animation Director, and Senior Art Directors to create a cohesive lighting vision that leverages cutting-edge technologies, including machine learning and dynamic lighting, to enhance our gaming experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Unified Vision: Develop and implement a cohesive lighting strategy across all FC departments.
• Technological Innovation: Integrate advanced lighting technologies, focusing on interactive and dynamic solutions for future projects.
• Leadership: Manage, guide, and mentor lighting teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Rendering and other departments to ensure consistent visual targets and methodologies.
• Culture Building: Promote a positive team environment that encourages learning, growth, and open communication.
• Project Oversight: Oversee lighting projects to ensure they meet quality standards and align with the overall creative vision.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 10+ years experience in lighting direction in the gaming industry.
• Lighting Expertise: Expert understanding of lighting aesthetics and principles.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of advanced lighting technologies, including machine learning applications.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and inspire diverse teams.
• Communication: Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Engine: Extensive experience with game engines, including both baked and fully dynamic lighting workflows.
• Software Skills: Expert understanding of shaders and how they relate to lighting.

Pay Transparency - North America: 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. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors.

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. Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer.