Producer

Lighthouse Games; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AAA studio is seeking a Producer to oversee video game development from concept to release. The successful candidate will manage the development process, ensuring quality standards and deadlines are met, while also promoting a collaborative team environment. Experience with project management tools and a strong understanding of the game development process are essential. Join this exciting opportunity to work alongside top talent and shape the future of gaming.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus your birthday off

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare

Mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience with project management tools.
• Experience working within a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of the game development process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of video games from concept to release.
• Manage relationships with external partners and ensure quality standards.
• Facilitate communication among team members and provide regular updates.

Skills

Project management tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Tools

JIRA

Trello

Azure DevOps

Job description

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Producer, you will be responsible for overseeing the development of video games from concept to release. You will work closely with a team of developers, artists, designers, and other professionals to ensure that the game meets its deadlines, budget, and quality standards. You will also be responsible for managing the project features, including personnel, equipment, and software tools.

Key Duties Include

• Manage the entire game development process, from concept to release.
• Work with the development team to define the game's vision, scope, and objectives.
• Facilitate communication between team members, ensuring that everyone is up-to-date on the project's progress.
• Work closely with feature teams to help plan and execute tasks, utilising both Agile and Waterfall workflows where most applicable.
• Ensure that the game meets its quality standards, including gameplay, graphics, sound, and performance.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on the project's features.
• Manage relationships with external partners, including publishers, licensors, and vendors
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting teamwork and open communication.

• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, Azure DevOps.
• Experience working within a software development environment, whether Video Games or similar.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of the game development process, including design, art, programming, and quality assurance.
• Effective and comfortable communicator.

Desirable

• Experience mentoring others.
• Passion for gaming and a deep understanding of the gaming industry.
• Experience working on a AAA title seeing the project from start to finish.

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support