Director of Social Design, Player ConnectionJoin to apply for the Director of Social Design, Player Connection role at Electronic Arts (EA)Director of Social Design, Player Connection4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Director of Social Design, Player Connection role at Electronic Arts (EA)Description & RequirementsElectronic 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.Description & RequirementsElectronic 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.About The TeamAt our core, Electronic Arts is a game maker connecting hundreds of millions of players globally to some of the world's greatest games. The EAX team is crucial to creating that connection through products that grow and engage our community of players. Some of our work includes: EA PLAY, our multi-platform subscription for PC, PS4, Xbox One and Steam; the EA desktop app, EA's direct-to-consumer PC games platform; and a host of other consumer experiences and strategies, all with the goal of engaging players across platforms and within our games.The Player Connection team within EAX exists to partner with studio teams across EA to create welcoming, engaging, and meaningful social experiences for players. You will report to the VP of Product Development, where you will lead a cross-disciplinary team to design and build social systems to meaningfully connect players. Come join us! We're hiring a Director of Social/Game Design to join and lead EA's Player Connection team.The Opportunity AheadAs a Director leading the Player Connection team, your skills and expertise will be invaluable as we aim to more meaningfully connect a diverse range of players across the entire EA portfolio. You'll empower the team to re-imagine how players socialize, connect, collaborate, and play together. Working with studios and teams across EA, you will leverage your wealth of expertise and cross-functional acumen to lead strategy and implementation of the best social experiences across the EA portfolio. You have a depth of industry experience with an emphasis on social design and are energized by tackling nuanced player problems that don't fit neatly into a single category.ResponsibilitiesLead a cross-disciplinary team including production, game design, and user research to research, design, and innovate cohesive social strategies and featuresIn partnership with the VP, proactively identify internal opportunities for studio partnerships, social features and requirementsEngage with studio leadership to build enterprise-wide visibility for the Social Design Consultation offering while ensuring executive agreementEstablish clear goals and metrics of success against which the team can execute and deliverRecognize and surface important social design trends, both within and outside of the games industry to guide long-term strategyDevelop materials and collateral to communicate case studies, value proposition and work-in-progress to be consumed at the executive levelWork with partners to improve our social offerings through playtesting and feedback, promoting a data-informed and iterative processEmbrace and advocate for the social needs and expectations of diverse audiences and explore new ways of promoting positive social engagementQualifications10+ years of experience in the video game industryPrior team leadership experience, ideally managing cross-disciplinary teamsExperience developing social platforms, social game mechanics, or other relevant products that connect people to one anotherPrior experience in a consultative role or similar, driving adoption of products and services across multiple studios and stakeholdersKnowledge of UX and/or UI design with an understanding of the user experienceExpertise in social experiences that bring users and user generated content (UGC) together in new and unexpected waysProficiency in multiple design tools (eg. Sketch, Figma, Miro, Adobe Suite, etc.)A strong interest in multiplayer design for PC and console gamesCompensation And BenefitsThe 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. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).PAY RANGESBritish Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria) *$157,100 - $216,800 CADCalifornia (depending on location e.g. Los Angeles vs. San Francisco) *$178,200 - $269,500 USDWashington (depending on location e.g. Seattle vs. Spokane) *$171,200 - $228,000 USDIn the US, we offer a package of benefits including paid time off (3 weeks per year to start), 80 hours per year of sick time, 16 paid company holidays per year, 10 weeks paid time off to bond with baby, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.In British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.About Electronic ArtsWe’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.We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. 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