Gameplay Designer - EA SPORTS™ FC

The FC Gameplay team creates authentic, engaging and fun football simulation experiences for millions of players worldwide. As a Gameplay Designer, the role holder defines, describes, documents, communicates and verifies the features and content that create those experiences, translating football knowledge and an understanding of FC gameplay mechanics into elegant gameplay solutions. The position reports to the Game Design Director and works in a hybrid environment at the Vancouver studio, collaborating closely with animation, art, audio, design, programming and visual effects teams.

• Design, document, develop and balance large gameplay systems and features from concept through to release.
• Create innovative and engaging gameplay experiences that are unique to game modes within FC.
• Thoroughly document and communicate the game's design to the team.
• Incorporate ideas and feedback from across the gameplay team.
• Mentor junior designers and promote good design principles across the team.
• Work with animation, art, audio, design, programming and visual effects to develop features.
• Give concise and helpful feedback to help improve the game.
• Contribute to the development of tools and design processes to improve how the team works.
• Follow direction and justify design decisions based on a shared product vision.

• 3+ years of experience in a game production or design role.
• Extensive knowledge of game design processes, techniques and principles.
• A great eye for game quality and empathy for the player.
• Passion for and knowledge of football and the EA SPORTS FC video game franchise.
• Curiosity and willingness to investigate design topics and in-game issues.
• Technical proficiency in game development engines and tools.

• Hybrid working environment at the Vancouver studio.

• Vacation of 3 weeks per year to start.
• 10 days per year of paid sick time.
• Company top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when welcoming a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave).
• Extended health, dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits for regular full-time employees.
• Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and long-term cash programs.

EA SPORTS FC is one of the largest sports entertainment platforms in the world, redefining football with genre-leading interactive experiences and connecting a global community of fans to The World's Game through innovation and unrivaled authenticity.