Producer

Cloud Imperium Games; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game developer in Manchester seeks a Gameplay Producer to oversee daily operations of gameplay teams and initiatives. You'll collaborate closely with the Leadership Team to ensure the timely delivery of quality gameplay features. Ideal candidates will have significant experience as a video game producer, excellent project management skills, and a proactive attitude towards improving player satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a video games producer working with development teams.
• History of managing large scale projects, ideally in Gameplay, Design, or Programming.
• Desire to enhance game quality and player satisfaction through feedback.

Responsibilities

• Drive gameplay initiatives and ensure on-time delivery of features.
• Manage and mentor producers on the project.
• Identify and resolve risks that may affect project timelines.

Skills

Project management skills

Conflict resolution

Team building skills

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

As a Gameplay Producer you will be responsible for supporting the Senior Producers with the successful delivery of gameplay features and tech, working globally across all areas of production and collaborating heavily with the Leadership Team. You\'ll essentially be in charge of the day-to-day running of gameplay teams and initiatives.

Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We\'re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.

For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH59z29Odfo

What do our Gameplay Producers do?

• Drive and champion gameplay initiatives by collaborating with the Direction group to track and deliver features at an excellent level of quality on time
• Play and know the game inside and out and understand the impact of new features in development
• Serve as a global driving force working with the Leadership team for delivering the project\'s goals to the priorities set with the resources available
• Identify, communicate, and resolve any risks and changes that may prevent the team from delivering on time or quality
• Anticipates and solves problems independently and collaboratively while developing collaborative relationships
• Line manage various producers working on the project, providing oversight, mentorship and growth opportunities
• Champion efficient practices and processes to the team, whilst providing motivation and ensuring a healthy team relationship
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities assigned by Cloud Imperium Games reasonably consistent with employee\'s skills and experience, including supporting our hiring efforts

What would we expect from our Gameplay Producer?

• Excelled as video games producer working with development teams
• Experienced working on large scale projects as a producer, preferably as part of a Gameplay, Design or Programming department.
• Highly proficient with standard project management development tools and methodologies
• Desire to further the quality of the game and increase player satisfaction by reviewing player feedback and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Proactive attitude with mindset for streamlining and improvement
• Comfortable with conflict resolution and distributed team building skills

Diversity Statement

CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it\'s our differences that make it special.

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