Lead Producer
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 160000 - 180000
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Skydance Games a division of Paramount a Skydance Corporation is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres. Our teams are expanding beloved franchises with Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra pushing the limits of immersion and shaping how well deliver best-in-class games for years to come.
We build our games through creativity collaboration and trust empowering teams to take ownership openly share ideas and push the boundaries of whats possible. Every project is built with these core values turning bold visions into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.
Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players Come build something extraordinary with us.
For information on Skydances privacy practices see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at Lead Producer drives the development of a game title ensuring the game produced is delivered on-time meets the Skydance quality standard for shipment and brand integrity while maintaining and helping to maintain the creative vision of the game.
Responsibilities
- Project Management
- Own the production schedule from high-level roadmaps to sprint goals and everything in between; ensure teams are aligned deadlines are met and budgets stay on track
- Balance short-term problem solving with long-term planning and support the team through unplanned challenges
- Coordinate project scoping requirements gathering and milestone definitions
- Work closely with project leadership to define what done looks like at each stage of development
- Leadership and Collaboration
- Foster strong communication and collaboration across disciplines
- Mentor direct reports and production team
- Partner with the Executive Producer to evolve production practices and grow the teams capabilities over time
- Help create a positive and sustainable development culture
- Coordinate across internal and external partners (vendors outsourcers etc.) as needed
- Manage up to studio leadership ensuring executive team has clear and timely insights into project progress risks solutions and budget
- Experience and Knowledge
- Adapt your approach based on team needs; you know theres no one-size-fits-all production methodology
- Collaborate with discipline leads to surface risks identify solutions prioritize trade-offs and manage scope effectively
- Track and troubleshoot dependencies across teams
- Make sure playtesting feedback and milestone reviews are integrated into the development process
- Execution and Quality
- Clearly communicate team progress and evolving priorities surfacing blockers early and pushing for clarity when plans shift
- Ensure milestone content is delivered on time at the expected level of polish and meets internal goals
- Drive processes that support sustainable high-quality development
- Communication
- Champion production best practices that reflect the realities of your team not just theory
- Help the team understand whats happening why decisions are being made and how their work fits into the bigger picture
- Work with Directors and the Executive Producer to improve internal workflows streamline communication and support long-term planning
- Help maintain a shared understanding of vision goals and priorities at all levels of the team
- Communicate with confidence and clarity knowing when to lead the conversation and when to listen
Requirements
- 8 years of experience in game production with a history of leading cross-functional teams and shipping high-quality titles.
- 5 years of managing/mentoring direct reports
- Strong communication and facilitation skills; you keep things moving and make sure people have what they need to succeed
- Ability to think strategically and big picture but also dive into the details when the situation calls for it
- Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA Confluence and other project managements tools
- Familiarity with Agile hybrid and waterfall methodologies and knowing when to apply
- Experience managing and mentoring other producers
- Proactive mindset with a calm constructive approach to problem-solving
- Bonus: experience with outsourcing coordination
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $160000 $180000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidates location qualifications experience and relevant expertise among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package including bonus benefits etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths and we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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Paramount a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film television interactive/games and animation divisions.
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Key Skills
- Promotional Events
- Image Campaigns
- Promotional Campaigns
- Communications
- News Image
- Promotional Content
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Youtube
- Promotional Materials
- Digital Media
- Promotional Spots
- Video production
- Station Image
About Company
Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, and interactive platforms.”
