Epic Games

Senior Producer

Epic Games$100K — $130K *
Cary, NC 27513In-Person
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years in production/project management with live service games.
  • Led at least 2 game development projects from concept to launch.
  • Proficient with JIRA and other project management software.
  • Strong understanding of game development processes and partner approvals.
  • Excellent communication skills across diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Proven problem-solving capabilities in a dynamic environment.
  • Self-motivated and creative in overcoming project challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Lead game play testing and foster open communication among team members.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scope and schedule project deliverables.
  • Establish efficient organizational structures and best practices for the team.
  • Take ownership of project decisions and keep tracking systems updated.
  • Maintain comprehensive project plans and schedules across development teams.
  • Communicate project status and risks proactively to all stakeholders.

Benefits

  • 100% paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Includes long-term disability, life insurance, and a competitive 401k match.
  • Robust mental well-being program offering free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents.
  • Celebratory events and company-wide paid breaks throughout the year.
  • Unlimited PTO and sick time, fostering work-life balance.
  • Paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment.
Full Job Description
We are taking LEGO Fortnite to the next level with continuous live improvements and additions. We are looking for a Senior Producer to join us on the LEGO Fortnite production team and be responsible for partnering with an initiative leader to deliver fun, high-quality live content. We are looking for individuals who excel in organization, have exceptional communication abilities, and who are comfortable managing schedules of complex projects. The ideal candidates are passionate about working in technology and games as well as have a history of working within artistic environments. In this role, you will • Lead by example: play testing the game, inspiring professional candor in others, and ensuring full consideration of estimates, direction, and player input • Partner with Design, Engineering, Art, QA, and production teams to scope, schedule, and ensure deliverables • Ensure the team has the best organizational structure, processes, and practices that allow them to produce high quality work efficiently and on time • Own the outcome: Help drive complicated tradeoff decisions involving all disciplines. Be a partner to our Release team and make sure major databases (Shotgrid and JIRA) are being kept up to date • Own the schedule: Build and maintain project plans, schedules, and roadmaps considering dependencies across multiple development teams to ensure successful releases • Proactively communicate: Provide transparency on project status and risks to stakeholders in order to ensure they are properly informed of any impacts from upcoming releases What we're looking for • Developed 2+ games from concept through launch in production/project management roles with 3+ years operating a live service game • Strong experience using JIRA and other core project management tools • Deep understanding of game development, partner approval processes, and dependency chains • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with demonstrated strong communication skills with varying levels of stakeholders, within your team and throughout the company • Experience in an environment where you had to exhibit amazing problem-solving skills daily, viewing each new problem as an opportunity for success • Self-starter, you approach challenges creatively and methodically, seeing them through to final resolution • Ability to drive high velocity, high impact development cycles, balancing out short-term needs and long-term vision • Ability to adapt and be effective in new situations within a highly dynamic environment EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

About Epic Games

Epic Games is a video game development company that is best known for creating the popular game Fortnite. The company was founded in 1991 by Tim Sweeney and is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. Epic Games has developed a number of other successful games, including the Unreal series and Gears of War. The company is also known for its Unreal Engine, a game engine that is used by many other game developers. Epic Games is committed to advancing the state of the art in game development and creating innovative and engaging experiences for players.
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2,700 employees
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Founded
1991

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