Product Lead/Executive Producer - Virtual World Games (Contract), PRELOADED

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative BAFTA-winning games studio is seeking a strategic Product Lead/Executive Producer to spearhead the development of monetised games in virtual worlds. This exciting role involves leading the product cycle from concept to launch, implementing monetisation strategies, and overseeing cross-functional teams. With a focus on user engagement and in-world economies, you'll play a pivotal role in crafting immersive experiences that resonate with players. Join a passionate team dedicated to inventing new ways to play and making a positive impact through gaming.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in shipping virtual worlds or social games with F2P mechanics.
• Strong understanding of in-world economies and user engagement loops.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, roadmap, and KPIs.
• Oversee cross-functional development teams (design, art, engineering).

Skills

Product Vision Definition

Agile Production Pipelines

User Engagement Strategies

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Horizon Worlds

Roblox

Job description

Product Lead/Executive Producer - Virtual World Games (Contract), PRELOADED, London

Client:

LTG

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

4cd5444a3a32

Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Contract (Hybrid/Remote)

Overview

We're seeking a strategic and hands-on Product Lead / Executive Producer to drive the development and delivery of monetised games with virtual worlds (Horizon Worlds, Roblox, etc.). The experiences will feature in-world purchases and social-first mechanics. You'll lead the full product cycle from concept to launch over short time frames, with the potential to extend into live-ops.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and own the product vision, roadmap, and KPIs.
• Oversee cross-functional development teams (design, art, engineering).
• Implement monetisation strategies (F2P economy, virtual goods, progression systems).
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinate user testing, analytics, and feedback loops to inform development.
• Ensure smooth launch and post-launch support planning.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience shipping virtual worlds or social games with F2P mechanics.
• Strong understanding of in-world economies and user engagement loops.
• Skilled in agile production pipelines and rapid iteration cycles.
• Deep familiarity with Horizon Worlds or similar platforms.
• Excellent communicator, collaborator, and problem solver.

Nice to Have

• Background in live ops or community-driven game development.
• Experience with UGC systems or tools.

ABOUT PRELOADED

We are a BAFTA-winning games studio inventing new ways to play for everyone. We harness the power of play to create the experiences of tomorrow.

Founded in 2000, PRELOADED believes that play, in all contexts and for all audiences, has the potential to impact our world positively. As a cross-disciplinary team of artists, designers, play specialists, and creative technologists, we are united by this shared mission - what we call Play with Purpose.

Together, we craft a diverse range of playful experiences. We help organisations, brands, and institutions engage next-generation audiences and collaborate with technology platforms to imagine the future of play.

Learn more about the studio here: https://preloaded.com/the-stud...