Rookie Awards 2023

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, fan programs, and cross-platform digital experiences. EA SPORTS creates connected experiences that ignite the emotion of sport through industry-leading sports video games, including Madden NFL football, FIFA soccer, NHL®️ hockey, and EA SPORTS UFC

The winner will receive feedback from experienced artists on their work, developing their knowledge of game development and will be evolving their skill set on some of the most exciting projects in production.

Requirements & Deliveries

• You must create a single entry page that includes all your best work with a focus on game design and development content.
• Include example projects that showcase your understanding and skills that relate specifically to this company.
• Share details about your process by including supporting material, not only finished artworks.
• No team entries allowed for this category.
• No professional work may be included in your entry.

Eligibility

• Must be motivated to work on AAA games.
• Must be able to complete the Mentorship during the second half of 2022.

Judging Criteria

The judges are looking for artists that are ready for the challenges of production. The judges will be considering your overall presentation, technical skills, creative skills, variety of content, and employment potential. Treat your entry like a job interview. You have one page to show how amazing your skills are.

Prize Details

• 1 x 4-week Mentorship (Onsite or Virtual).
• 1 x Portfolio review (Virtual).

How to enter

1. Click Submit Entry button to create an entry page.
2. Upload your best images, videos and supporting media using our entry page builder.
3. Select ‘Career Opportunities > EA Sports’ as your nominated category.
4. Add details including a cover image, title, description, tags, and software used.
5. Accept rules and confirm eligibility.
6. Confirm & Submit your entry to judging panel.

Need some help? Watch this video demonstration to help make sure you create the best entry possible.