Motion Designer; Temporary

Motion Designer (12 month Temporary) –
EA SPORTS

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.

Motion Designer – UI/UX Motion (EA SPORTS – American Football)

Reports to:

Motion Design Lead or XD Director

Experience:

Mid–Senior (8–10 years)

Please note: this is a 12 month temporary position - must be able to work in Victoria/Vancouver B.C. only. Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.

• Create high-quality animatics, motion studies, and VTARs that define how UI screens and flows feel in-game.
• Bring Figma UI mocks to life through animation, focusing on readability, pacing, and interaction clarity.
• Design celebration moments, feedback cues, and micro-interactions that enhance player emotion without compromising usability.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX, art direction, and engineering to ensure motion is both inspiring and feasible for implementation.
• Contribute to motion guidelines and help maintain a consistent motion language across the game.
• Support in‑engine tuning of animations and create flipbook animations to help achieve final in‑game motion quality.

• 8–10+ years of motion design experience in games, interactive media, or high‑end digital products.
• Expertise in After Effects, and strong proficiency in Cinema 4D or Blender, and functional understanding of Figma.
• A deep understanding of UI/UX principles, animation fundamentals, and how motion supports accessibility and player comprehension.
• Ability to balance excitement and clarity, creating motion that enhances gameplay without overwhelming it.
• Strong communication skills and experience working in cross‑disciplinary teams.
• (Bonus) Familiarity with game engines and animation curve tuning (Unreal, Unity, Frostbite, etc.).

• Screens and flows feel polished, intuitive, and responsive, with motion reinforcing the emotional highs of the experience.
• Motion targets clearly guide cross‑functional teams toward a shared vision.
• Celebrations feel rewarding, authentic, and aligned with the game’s identity.
• You elevate the game’s visual storytelling while maintaining a strong focus on accessibility and usability.

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. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors.

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) : $119,600 – $167,300 CAD

In British Columbia, 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.

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.

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