Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Hybrid Work Model)
Role Type
Paid Full-Time 12-Month Contract
Team
The Sims FreePlay (SFP) Mobile Team
Reporting To
Animation Director
Eligibility
Must be a recent 2025 graduate.
🌟 About the Role
Electronic Arts is looking for a creative and passionate Animation Intern to join the globally recognized Firemonkeys Studio in Melbourne. You will be integrated into The Sims FreePlay (SFP) mobile team, developing your skills in both animation and pre-production art. This 12-month contract is an opportunity to learn new techniques, create polished animations, and craft believable character performances that deepen our players’ emotional connection to The Sims FreePlay.
🎯 Key Responsibilities
Discipline
Task Details
Animation
Apply animation principles and key-frame techniques to craft charismatic and convincing actions for human and animal characters.
Iteration
Respond promptly to feedback and iterate on animated sequences to meet the unique SFP style and expected level of polish.
Pre-Production
Build 3D model proxy meshes and basic rigs to support asset pre-production efforts.
Collaboration
Develop relationships with other internal departments and external outsourcing teams to determine and fulfill technical asset requirements.
Content Generation
Work closely with content teams to generate imaginative and exciting updates for SFP.
Culture
Participate in and promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
✅ Qualifications & Requirements
Category
Requirement
Eligibility
Must be a recent 2025 graduate.
Availability
Must be available for a 12-month paid full-time contract.
Software
Proficiency in Maya or equivalent 3D animation software.
Core Skills
Experience in creating pose-to-pose key-framed animations.
Fundamentals
Basic understanding of Animation Principles and Body Mechanics.
Soft Skills
High creativity, strong attention to detail, and eagerness to learn in a collaborative environment.
🎁 What’s In It For You (EA Benefits)
EA strives to be the ultimate destination to create great content. We offer a culture and environment where you can do the best work of your career, complemented by:
Benefit
Detail
Compensation
17.5% annual leave loading (extra pay for taking a break).
Time Off
Bonus end-of-year leave days (time off between Christmas and New Years); Competitive PTO.
Development
2 Development Days (project and personal) every 6 weeks; Game Jam events.
Work Model
Structured Hybrid Work Model (minimum 4 days in the office, maximizing collaboration).
Wellbeing
Employee assistance program (coaching/therapy); Volunteer leave and charitable donation matching.
Culture
Quarterly team events (escape rooms, paint and sip, etc.); Unique Firemonkeys and Sims merch.
