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Experience Designer - The Sims

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Design
    Product
  • Burnaby

AI generated summary

  • You need 4+ years in UX/UI, a diverse portfolio, user research experience, knowledge of usability/accessibility, strong visual design skills, and proficiency in tools like Figma and Adobe.
  • You will create user-centered designs and artifacts, conduct user research, analyze community sentiments, and advocate for usability, inclusiveness, and accessibility in your work.

Requirements

  • At least 4 years of UX/UI experience as a UX designer, visual designer, UI artist, product designer or similar role.
  • A portfolio demonstrating user-centered designs across multiple digital products, including creating research and data-informed designs that meet player needs.
  • Experience with user research methodologies and user data analysis.
  • Knowledge of usability principles and designing for accessibility, diversity, and inclusivity.
  • Visual design skills (i.e., composition, iconography, layout, typography, and color theory).
  • Experience with end-to-end development from the UX and UI phase and familiarity with technical UI authoring frameworks and experience implementing in-engine.
  • Comfortable presenting cohesive design approaches to non-design audiences.
  • Proficiency in modern design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Sketch.

Responsibilities

  • You will create user-centered design processes and solutions that are informed by player data while maintaining and following an existing design system.
  • You will create UX artifacts including experience maps, player flows, screens, content states, wireframes, and prototypes that promote ease of use and are engaging while balancing player, business, and technical goals.
  • You will create UI artifacts including iconography, UI mockups, and implement UI in-engine.
  • You will conduct user research, support our research team's efforts, and collect and analyze community sentiments on the web.
  • You will be an advocate for usability, inclusiveness, and accessibility.

FAQs

What is the location of this job?

The job is located in Vancouver, with a hybrid work model requiring 3 days in the office per week.

What experience is required for this position?

At least 4 years of UX/UI experience as a UX designer, visual designer, UI artist, product designer, or in a similar role is required.

Will experience designers be involved in user research?

Yes, as an Experience Designer, you will conduct user research, support the research team's efforts, and collect and analyze community sentiments.

What tools should applicants be familiar with?

Proficiency in modern design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Sketch is required.

Is a portfolio required for application?

Yes, a portfolio demonstrating user-centered designs across multiple digital products is required.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position in British Columbia is $89,300 - $123,000 CAD, depending on factors such as location and experience.

What benefits are offered to employees?

Benefits include vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits for new parents, extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and a retirement plan.

Is there an emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility in design?

Yes, candidates will be expected to advocate for usability, inclusiveness, and accessibility in their designs.

Will I collaborate with other teams in this role?

Yes, you will partner with engineers, game designers, researchers, and producers to develop user interfaces and related systems.

What types of design artifacts will I be responsible for creating?

You will create UX artifacts such as experience maps, player flows, wireframes, and prototypes, as well as UI artifacts including iconography and UI mockups.

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Mission & Purpose

Electronic Arts (EA), is a prominent video game company that specialises in the development and publishing of interactive entertainment software. Their primary focus revolves around creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences across various platforms, including consoles, PC, and mobile devices. EA's overarching goal is to captivate gamers worldwide by producing high-quality games that not only entertain but also connect people through shared digital adventures. They strive to push the boundaries of creativity and innovation in the gaming industry, continually seeking new ways to engage and delight players while fostering a global gaming community.