5-7 years in management roles like Lead Producer or Development Director.
Expert knowledge of game development methodologies and production processes.
Proficient in prioritizing complex operational issues effectively.
Strong leadership skills with experience in team recruitment and development.
Demonstrates exceptional emotional intelligence and solution-oriented mindset.
Responsibilities
Plan deliverables with Producers and Directors, validating roadmaps and managing risks.
Articulate and enhance processes around Production and Development for optimal team cohesion.
Mentor and supervise Producers, focusing on their career growth and well-being.
Facilitate clear communication with teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on production goals.
Coordinate with Executive Producer and other Lead Producers on project alignment and best practices.
Engage in recruitment processes, evaluating candidates for fit and skills.
Lead special projects as needed, addressing specific production demands.
Benefits
Opportunity to work at the forefront of game development with innovative technologies.
Collaborative and supportive team culture focused on personal and professional growth.
Access to mentorship in a dynamic and fast-paced gaming environment.
Full Job Description
Lead Producer
We are looking for an experienced Lead Producer to join the Haven Studios project team. As a Lead Producer, you will act as an owner of major "sections" of the game. You'll lead Producers from multi-disciplinary teams, acting as the bridge between the high-level project vision set by Directors and the tactical execution of the development teams. You will work closely with your Producers, technical experts, other Lead Producers and Directors to deliver high quality products and establish production best practices. The Lead Producer will manage the production teams that oversee Maps, World Immersion, Audio&VFX, Self Expression and one co-dev team.
Reporting
The Lead Producer will report to the Executive Producer.
Responsibilities and Duties
Plan deliverables with Producers, Project Leads and Directors. Validate project roadmaps, feasibility and keep stakeholders informed, aware of risks, and trade-offs. Drive development through the project's entire lifecycle.
Articulate and follow up collaboration and processes in place around Direction, Production and Development to ensure an optimal delivery and cohesion within the team
Directly supervise and mentor the Producers who report to you to drive complex topics forward. You are responsible for their performance reviews, career growth, and coaching while looking out for their well-being.
Provide clear, timely and regular communication to ensure that the teams and key stakeholders are engaged and production goals are well understood.
Regularly meet with the Executive Producer, Production Director and other Lead Producers to ensure your team's work aligns with the global game vision, coordinate dependencies and enforce best practices.
Participate in the recruitment process; conduct interviews, evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and compatibility with team and organization culture.
Act as a go to person and handle special projects, following production needs.
Experience and Skills Required
Experience in similar management positions such as Lead Producer, Senior Producer, Development Director or other relevant position.
Deep understanding of development methodologies, best practices, production life cycle, tools and processes.
Ability to prioritize and manage complex operational issues.
Excellent leadership skills, with a proven ability to recruit, grow, guide, empower and motivate a highly functioning production team in a fast paced changing environment.
Excellent emotional intelligence. Able to deliver feedback with empathy and manage high-pressure situations with a solution-oriented mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing content creation teams such as Maps, World Immersion, Audio & FX.
Great interpersonal communication skills with an ability to successfully partner across and at all levels of a team and organization.
Experience launching and operating live service games with a solid understanding of development best practices for Games As A Service.
Experience managing teams in all phases of the production cycle.
Strong desire to find ways to optimize the game development process.
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, display flexibility and adaptability to adjust plans and strategies as new information is gained or as project conditions change.
