Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
Sr Technical Producer
Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Santa Monica Studio is seeking a producer for the development of a new unannounced title!The Production Team at Santa Monica Studio excels at creative problem solving and communication. We thrive on being at the intersection of people and productivity as the glue that holds the studio together. Whether by being leaders of the craft of project management or partners who will clear the path ahead, the production team is here in service to the studio, to move development forward and achieve quality.We are looking for an experienced, driven and expert planner to join our team as a Senior Technical Producer. A Senior Technical Producer is relied upon to lead long-term scheduling efforts as well as to direct ground level production activities of multiple discipline teams and large areas of the game. Responsibilities include partnering with the lead producer, creative directors and leads, guiding and directing other producers and collaborating with studio managers to own the creation, maintenance and execution of a project plan to determine resource, budget and schedule needs.Responsibilities
Own
the production of multiple discipline teams in all areas:Run the production pipeline of a broad area of the game crossing multiple disciplines throughout all phases of the product development cycle from design through final approvalCraft and maintain a comprehensive project plan, schedule, scope and resource forecast for multiple disciplines along a complex production pipelineManage day-to-day production issues to allow the team to achieve the highest possible game quality. Schedule and maintain tasking of departmental and interdisciplinary teamsLead
day-to-day production through rigorous project planning, analytic thinking and information gathering:Break down large complex initiatives, features and challenges into manageable portions and actionable stepsAssimilate diverse information and assess the impact on each phase of production and on the project as a wholeIdentify all groups that may be affected by a goal, actively solicit their input and follow up by strong executionEnsure a common understanding and agreement on project scope, objectives and impact of any changesPartner
with a wide range of team members to further current and future product development needs:Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal development team, primarily partnering with the game director, discipline directors and leadsCollaborate with managers concerning personnel issues and team member individual growth, such as meeting task expectations, actively tasking individuals toward determined growth goalsContribute to the development of new theories, methodologies and approaches in collaboration with creative partners. Support the creative vision by utilizing curiosity, judgement and anticipating change to direct or redirect efforts as needed to achieve resultsSkills
Project Management CraftsmanshipExperience with traditional Waterfall production management techniques along with Agile techniques, including SCRUM or Kanban. PMP or equivalent certification a plusExcellent organizational & prioritization skills, attention to detail, process knowledge and ability to multi-taskExperience with Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel), Hansoft, JIRA, Confluence and other project tracking and bug database softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across product development and management teamsExperience working with high performing creative teams and demonstrated ability to partner effectively in a high pressure, collaborative environmentProven conflict management skills with a strength in mediation leading to resolution of risk and roadblocksEducation & Experience
Minimum 10 years of games industry experience in an internal development environment in a production roleExperience on multiple large scale, 150+ person AAA games through all phases of production from concept to releaseAt least one shipped AAA PC and/or console title as a Senior Technical ProducerMastery of a variety of project management techniques in an internal development environment coupled with deep experience building and maintaining schedulesExperience working on technical teams and projects with a focus on engineering and/or technical artFamiliarity with programming and/or scripting languages (e.g. C++, Python)Previous experience managing, guiding and mentoring junior producersFamiliarity with various internal game production pipelines and software4-year undergraduate college degree or equivalent skill set#LI-SMS
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.#LI-AM1Please refer to ourCandidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click
here
to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$147,200 - $220,800 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfWhat is your current title? *What is your current company? *LinkedIn ProfileWebsite/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable)Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Select...Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select...Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Select...Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Select...Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * Select...If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it).By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * Select...US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-IdentificationOur vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. That vision begins our candidates, and we are working to better understand the diversity of our candidate population.
This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information (name, address, etc) will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you choose to provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for XX time.Protected VeteranYou are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you:Disabled Veteran: a veteran of the U.S. military who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation if not for the receipt of military retired pay) under the administration of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and/or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years.Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.DisabilityUnder U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition.Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and will not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions, nor will it be shared with our accommodations team . Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.
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Santa Monica Studio is seeking a producer for the development of a new unannounced title!The Production Team at Santa Monica Studio excels at creative problem solving and communication. We thrive on being at the intersection of people and productivity as the glue that holds the studio together. Whether by being leaders of the craft of project management or partners who will clear the path ahead, the production team is here in service to the studio, to move development forward and achieve quality.We are looking for an experienced, driven and expert planner to join our team as a Senior Technical Producer. A Senior Technical Producer is relied upon to lead long-term scheduling efforts as well as to direct ground level production activities of multiple discipline teams and large areas of the game. Responsibilities include partnering with the lead producer, creative directors and leads, guiding and directing other producers and collaborating with studio managers to own the creation, maintenance and execution of a project plan to determine resource, budget and schedule needs.Responsibilities
Own
the production of multiple discipline teams in all areas:Run the production pipeline of a broad area of the game crossing multiple disciplines throughout all phases of the product development cycle from design through final approvalCraft and maintain a comprehensive project plan, schedule, scope and resource forecast for multiple disciplines along a complex production pipelineManage day-to-day production issues to allow the team to achieve the highest possible game quality. Schedule and maintain tasking of departmental and interdisciplinary teamsLead
day-to-day production through rigorous project planning, analytic thinking and information gathering:Break down large complex initiatives, features and challenges into manageable portions and actionable stepsAssimilate diverse information and assess the impact on each phase of production and on the project as a wholeIdentify all groups that may be affected by a goal, actively solicit their input and follow up by strong executionEnsure a common understanding and agreement on project scope, objectives and impact of any changesPartner
with a wide range of team members to further current and future product development needs:Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal development team, primarily partnering with the game director, discipline directors and leadsCollaborate with managers concerning personnel issues and team member individual growth, such as meeting task expectations, actively tasking individuals toward determined growth goalsContribute to the development of new theories, methodologies and approaches in collaboration with creative partners. Support the creative vision by utilizing curiosity, judgement and anticipating change to direct or redirect efforts as needed to achieve resultsSkills
Project Management CraftsmanshipExperience with traditional Waterfall production management techniques along with Agile techniques, including SCRUM or Kanban. PMP or equivalent certification a plusExcellent organizational & prioritization skills, attention to detail, process knowledge and ability to multi-taskExperience with Microsoft Office (emphasis on Excel), Hansoft, JIRA, Confluence and other project tracking and bug database softwareExcellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across product development and management teamsExperience working with high performing creative teams and demonstrated ability to partner effectively in a high pressure, collaborative environmentProven conflict management skills with a strength in mediation leading to resolution of risk and roadblocksEducation & Experience
Minimum 10 years of games industry experience in an internal development environment in a production roleExperience on multiple large scale, 150+ person AAA games through all phases of production from concept to releaseAt least one shipped AAA PC and/or console title as a Senior Technical ProducerMastery of a variety of project management techniques in an internal development environment coupled with deep experience building and maintaining schedulesExperience working on technical teams and projects with a focus on engineering and/or technical artFamiliarity with programming and/or scripting languages (e.g. C++, Python)Previous experience managing, guiding and mentoring junior producersFamiliarity with various internal game production pipelines and software4-year undergraduate college degree or equivalent skill set#LI-SMS
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.#LI-AM1Please refer to ourCandidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click
here
to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.$147,200 - $220,800 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfAccepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtfWhat is your current title? *What is your current company? *LinkedIn ProfileWebsite/Portfolio/Reel Password (if applicable)Have you ever worked for a Sony company previously? * Select...Are you authorized to work in the United States? * Select...Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the United States? * Select...Will you need relocation assistance to work at this role's specified location? * Select...Are you related to, or in a close personal relationship with, anyone who currently works for SIE or any SIE-affiliated studios? (This includes spouses, domestic partners, and significant others.) * Select...If yes, please state their name, the department or studio they work for, and their job title (if you know it).By selecting "Yes", I am certifying that, to the best of my knowledge, the information I have provided in this employment application is true and correct. * Select...US Voluntary Demographic Question
Voluntary Self-IdentificationOur vision at PlayStation is to bring out the best in our global team members by creating a sense of belonging, being a place where they can grow, and ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported so we can push the boundaries of play. That vision begins our candidates, and we are working to better understand the diversity of our candidate population.
This data will also be aggregated and sent to the government for reporting purposes. Please know that the completion of this form is entirely voluntary. Your personally identifiable information (name, address, etc) will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you choose to provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for XX time.Protected VeteranYou are a “protected veteran” under United States law if any of the following apply to you:Disabled Veteran: a veteran of the U.S. military who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation if not for the receipt of military retired pay) under the administration of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and/or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.Recently Separated Veteran: a veteran who has discharged or released from active duty in the U.S. military within the last three years.Armed Forces Service Medal Veteran: a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, participated in a U.S. military operation for which an Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.DisabilityUnder U.S. law, you are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition.Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and will not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions, nor will it be shared with our accommodations team . Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past.
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