External Producer – Games Developer/Publisher –Manchester or Remote

This vacancy may offer a work-from-home start until it’s safe to work in-house or relocate to the location.

Projects: Indie Games

OPM are working with a well-established UK developer steeped in history, awards, and success. They have developed on multiple platforms and through continued growth they are looking for a Producer to join their team on newest projects.

The successful candidate will take ownership of several projects that are in development. As a key member of the team, you will be utilizing your production knowledge to guide and lead internal development teams as well as external partners.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Professional experience in a production role within the games industry.
• Excellent project management skills and experience, with a great understanding of modern project management methodologies and practices.
• Proactive and open-minded in resolving issues relating to the structure of game development.
• Deep knowledge of the games industry and modern gaming trends.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Overseeing the delivery of internal and external games development projects from initial concept through to release and beyond.
• Delivering leadership to the development leads and the wider project team, you will be key in ensuring that the team is engaged and motivated.
• Using your expertise to deliver coaching and mentorship to associate producers and production assistants within the department.
• Assisting developers to create a schedule and scope for their project.
• Utilising good project management techniques to manage and control the overall scope, budget, schedule, and quality of their games.
• Responsible for the tracking and reporting of project status and risks to production leadership, the commercial team, and other stakeholders, as necessary.
• Reviewing milestone deliverables and working to ensure they are fully achieved to the highest standards.
• Collaborate with the QA team on testing strategy, prioritising, and triaging issues, and ensuring testing alignment with development plans.

BENEFITS:

• Private medical insurance.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee share scheme.
• Annual bonus scheme.
• Flexible start and finish times with an option of some remote working.

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call directly today on +44 1206 214 420!

Tagged as: Agile, Producer, Project Manager