Hybrid Lead Game Producer: Ship Groundbreaking Titles

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Bonus structure

Hybrid work in Kimberley

Career development

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Lead Game Producer to oversee delivery from concept to launch in a hybrid on-site/remote setup. You will guide timelines, budgets and resources, ensuring top-quality game milestones and collaboration with external partners.

The role requires leadership, strategic planning, and deep knowledge of game development lifecycles. A passion for innovative games and a track record of shipping titles is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years in game production, with 3+ years in lead/senior role.
• Proven track record shipping multiple titles across platforms.
• Strong understanding of game development lifecycle and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership and team management.
• Experience with Jira, Asana, MS Project.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Passion for games and market trend awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cross-functional game development teams (art, design, programming, QA).
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Implement and refine agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring progress and removing roadblocks.
• Facilitate clear communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Manage risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery of all milestones and final product.
• Act as a key contact for external partners and publishers.
• Mentor and develop project managers and associate producers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Asana

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Lead Game Producer to oversee delivery from concept to launch in a hybrid on-site/remote setup. You will guide timelines, budgets and resources, ensuring top-quality game milestones and collaboration with external partners.

The role requires leadership, strategic planning, and deep knowledge of game development lifecycles. A passion for innovative games and a track record of shipping titles is essential.