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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading game production teams, managing end-to-end production pipelines, and aligning creative visions with project goals. Proficient in Agile methodologies and project management tools, with a strong focus on team wellbeing and effective resource allocation.
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Lead Producer ExperienceGame Production ManagementAgile MethodologiesBudget ManagementTeam Leadership
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Hard Skills
Game ProductionProject ManagementEnd-to-End Production PipelineMilestone DefinitionRisk IdentificationMarket ExpertiseCompetitive Title CritiquesCreative Vision AlignmentGame Development MethodologiesMultitasking
Soft Skills
People ManagementRelationship BuildingMentoringMotivational SkillsOrganizational Skills
Tools & Technologies
JiraTrelloMondayUnityUnreal Engine
Industry Keywords
AAA TitlesGame DevelopmentProduction ProcessesClient-Facing RolesHybrid Working Teams
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesUnityUnreal Engine
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Take ownership of production across the game
- Lead and develop a team of Producers
- Drive team wellbeing, production processes, and pipelines
- Champion the creative vision and align it with overall project goals
- Mentor and support Producers on best practices, workload, and career development
- Provide market expertise and competitive title critiques
- Own the end-to-end production pipeline strategy
- Align teams across multiple workstreams and allocate resources effectively
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers on game features and execution plans
- Oversee daily stand-ups and track progress
- Define milestones, expectations, and deadlines
- Create and maintain project plans, schedules, and progress reports
- Identify risks and establish mitigation strategies
- Serve as primary production contact for senior leadership, external partners, publishers, and stakeholders
- Facilitate sprint planning and reviews and ensure Agile processes are followed
- Monitor and analyse project metrics to improve development processes
- Own project budget and resourcing decisions with leadership
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven experience as a Lead Producer (or equivalent), having shipped multiple full game lifecycles, ideally on AAA titles
- Strong background in game production, project management, or developer management within the games industry
- Solid understanding of game development methodologies (Agile, Scrum)
- Strong people management and relationship-building skills, with experience in client-facing roles and external meetings
- Demonstrated experience mentoring, coaching or line-managing other Producers
- Experience owning production budgets and resourcing decisions
- Understanding of the competitive landscape and current game titles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to motivate and align teams across departments
- Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills
- Strong creative instincts and passion for the gaming landscape
- Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, and Monday
- Familiarity with game engines such as Unity and Unreal Engine
- Experience managing hybrid working teams or projects is a bonus
- Experience presenting to senior leadership or publisher partners is a bonus
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible hybrid working (we work 3 days per week on-site)
- Holiday Accrual Scheme
- International AAA game projects
- Access to cutting-edge hardware
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Private Healthcare Plan incl. Dental and Eye care
- Pension Plan
- Life Assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme - Wellness Support
- Regular Team Incentives and Social Events
- Support during the interview process and feedback on processes, where needed