Our client is a global video games publisher searching for a Senior Producer who will be required to handle several projects releasing F2P games on multiple platforms, and responsible for ensuring that core development principles are followed & constantly improving production process & procedures. You will be supporting their studio based in Australia and, on occasion, flexibility with working hours is expected to accommodate time zones.
This role can be worked from their offices based just North of London (UK), Los Angeles (US), Melbourne (Australia) or Milan (Italy). Salaries offered are regional and based on experience;
Los Angeles- 80-120K USD
UK 45-65K GBP
Milan 35-65K Euros
Project Management
- Work with development teams to produce entertaining F2P games on time and on budget and to a high level of quality.
- Work with developers to create Milestone Schedules, including key project deliverables.
- Effectively track all milestones or other deliverables, ensuring focus is always on risk mitigation and proactively addressing the needs of the project. Communication of project status throughout the organization and key stakeholders is expected.
- Manage licensor relationship in regards to all product approvals and development communications.
- Manage multiple language sku’s and helping with 1st Party submissions.
- Work with QA Manager to assure proper quality and timeframe of QA testing.
- Manage any post ship game development or support needs, including live service and DLC updates.
- Supply all materials needed for 1st Party submissions for concept, evaluations, relevant age rating materials, pre-cert and final submission approvals.
- Coordinate with submissions team on any concerns or questions from 1st party, including approval/waive issue information needs.
- Partner with Brand/Marketing to acquire any needed information for 1st party brand/marketing approvals.
- Work with Brand Management and Development teams to define the creative vision of the games.
- Effectively communicate the core experience of the game to others including Brand, PR, Sales, Executive management, press and partner companies.
Business Development
- Review new products from Business Development and provide review report on strengths and weaknesses.
- Conduct onsite due diligence for potential new developers and produce a site review report on their strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and risks.
- Experience in contract review and amendment processes, including negotiations to best drive results while ensuring company interests.
Continual Process optimization
- In coordination Senior management, create and implement new processes and procedures across their studio based in Australia, maintaining a continual improvement process.
- 3+ Years of game production experience. Must have managed multiple F2P/Live Services titles through the entire production process, including post launch game and content updates.
- Expert knowledge of game genres and game industry conventions
- Extensive experience with legal contracts and forms
- Experience with and understanding of multiple platforms
- Bachelor’s degree in computing, art, design, or related fields is ideal
