Producer

1. General

- Job Title: Game Producer

- Type: Temporary

- Level: Mid-Level

- Request ID: xxxxxx-1

- Location: Vancouver, BC

- Workplace: On-site (3 days per week) and hybrid

- Duration: ASAP to 18 months, with no possibility of extension

2. About the job

- How would you collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality projects?

- How do you manage critical dependencies between teams and resolve issues effectively?

- How would you create a collaborative and high-performing work environment?

- Can you share your experience in creating production roadmaps and setting sprint and milestone goals?

- Do you have experience managing both internal and outsourced development teams? Do such questions intrigue you?

3. Summary of the opportunity

- Client Overview: We are hiring for The Coalition, a flagship first-party studio within Xbox Game Studios known for the critically acclaimed "Gears of War" series. We are a diverse and talented team dedicated to pushing the limits of Microsoft's entertainment platform.

- Role Summary: As a Game Producer, you will be responsible for managing the Data Insights discipline and collaborating with multiple multidisciplinary teams. Your role will involve ensuring timely delivery and high quality of projects, managing dependencies, and creating a collaborative work environment.

4. What are the key responsibilities?

- Proactively identify dependencies and risks associated with meeting project milestones.

- Create, update, and present status reports to provide real-time visibility to the Studio Leadership team.

- Identify and improve task-related processes to enhance efficiency.

- Administer project-related processes, such as running scrums to identify dependencies and roadblocks.

- Oversee communication with stakeholders and support project development.

- Plan, execute, and evaluate milestones.

- Communicate goals to the team and motivate them to deliver on time and at a high-quality.

- Manage both internal and outsourced development teams.

5. What experience are we looking for to drive success?

- MUST-Have Skills and Qualifications:

- Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills

- 5+ years of Project Management or Production experience on console products

- Shipped a minimum of 1 game product (minimum 1 console)

- Production experience with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or other project management methodologies

- Experience managing cross-functional teams

- Good understanding of the game development cycle and its impact on business needs

- Experience shipping AAA quality games

- Experience managing development projects from concept to ship

- Experience managing multiple cross-functional teams

- Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Experience working in the gaming industry

- Familiarity with Microsoft products and technologies

6. So calling all top performers

- Exciting Opportunity: This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful game development projects while working with a dedicated and talented team. You will have the chance to shape the future of one of gaming's most acclaimed series.

- Competitive Compensation: Competitive hourly rate offered.

- Application Process: To apply for this role, please apply online or email your resume, highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. Please ensure that your application provides accurate information.

- About this posting: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment.

- Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to diversity and inclusion, have a non-discrimination policy, encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, and provide accessibility and accommodation.

In conclusion: Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Apply today! Please feel free to drop in your resume at [email protected].