Associate Producer

Activision Blizzard; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game company in Melbourne is on the lookout for an Associate Producer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll facilitate game development, manage resources, and ensure timely project delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience in production for video-game development and abilities in communication and problem-solving. Join us to help create exceptional gaming experiences that reshape interactive storytelling and visual fidelity.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production role over the full life-cycle of video-game software development.
• Ability to diagnose inefficiencies and suggest solutions.
• Proven ability to work under rapid development cycles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution of the game development process within your team.
• Maintain project plans and schedules.
• Identify and escalate conflicts between schedule, budget, and design goals.

Skills

Production role experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Experience with planning tools

Team management

Education

Qualification in game design or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Title

Associate Producer

Requisition ID

R026159

Job Description

Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since our inception in 2009 the studio has delivered iconic titles such as Call of Duty : Advanced Warfare, Call of Duty : WWII, Call of Duty : Vanguard and most recently Call of Duty : Modern Warfare III.

As industry leaders in first‑person shooter development our commitment to excellence is reflected in every detail of our games from highly polished multiplayer experiences to emotionally engaging single‑player campaigns. At Sledgehammer Games we believe in pushing boundaries, redefining the possibilities of interactive storytelling and setting new standards for visual and gameplay fidelity. Together we aim to deliver world‑class gaming content that continues to set the bar for quality, innovation and player engagement.

We are excited to invite a talented and passionate developer to join our growing team as an Associate Producer based in Melbourne, Australia. This role will work collaboratively with our talented teams across the globe including our locations in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

Please note that this role is a 12‑month fixed‑term contract.

Your Mission

As an Associate Producer you will play a crucial role in facilitating the development of our games. You will collaborate with teams across departments to meet deadlines, manage resources to stay within production limitations and develop innovative processes when roadblocks are hit.

Responsibilities

• Managing the execution of the game development process within your team(s) to produce high quality outcomes
• Accountable for maintaining project plans and schedules.
• Recommending and implementing new processes where efficiencies are needed to improve on‑time or on‑budget delivery.
• Ensuring all necessary project documentation is complete and up‑to‑date.
• Establishing and maintaining a safe work environment with high morale within your team(s).
• Identifying & escalating conflicts between schedule, budget and design goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience in a production role over the full life‑cycle of video‑game software development (concept to ship) of at least one published title on Xbox One, PS4, PC and/or Mobile platforms.
• Ability to diagnose reasons for inefficiency and suggest solutions for removing such inefficiencies.
• Ability to foresee and communicate risks and obstacles with contingencies & mitigations to all stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with development planning & execution tools & methodologies (i.e. Scrum, Waterfall, Jira, Confluence etc.)
• Proven ability to work under rapid development cycles.

Extra Points

• Demonstrated experience with project management software including project life‑cycle models, risk assessment and team management / motivation.
• Project Management training and certification.
• Qualification in game design, art, computer science, engineering related technical field or work experience.
• Active video game player across a variety of genres especially FPS games.

Our World

At Activision we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawks, Pro Skater and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products our purpose is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades‑long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate creative and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater—this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future

The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast‑paced and will continue to evolve. As such the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status among other characteristics.