Saltwater Games
Executive Producer
Saltwater Games, Crown Point, Indiana, United States, 46307
Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications.ABOUT US:
Saltwater Games is a creative alliance of studios dedicated to delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences that ignite the imagination of our audiences. Our passionate teams of creative professionals consist of industry veterans from renowned studios such as PlayStation, Codemasters, Sumo Digital, Interior Night, and Mediatonic who are working on some exciting VR, multiplayer, and mobile titles. At Saltwater Games we follow some key values:
We are optimistic & brave
We are honest & open
We take ownership & responsibility
ABOUT YOU:
We're looking for someone with solid Games production leadership who is self-motivated and will take ownership of the project and team to bring it to the highest possible quality.
A passion for games across different platforms specifically VR/MR
Full game lifecycle knowledge managing all stages of development through to execution; comfortable in both the formative stages of a project through to effective live operation
Solid management of Project timelines, roadmaps, and building robust reporting
Ability to comfortably manage the Project budgets and forecasts with regular review and management ensuring a sustainable split of Permanent versus Contract/FTC mix
Leadership qualities to manage stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and transparency of issues that may arise
Work with QA internal and external to oversee testing of features through to release and post support ensuring test plans are in place
Excellent knowledge of production methodologies and frameworks, coupled with the ability to instill team-based ownership and ability to implement best practice into both the Product and Game development
Experience of bug tracking management utilising best practices to manage appropriately
An excellent delegator; encouraging engagement, ownership, and accountability within mixed-discipline teams, and with communication skills
Happy to work across multiple projects, platforms and teams as needed
Able to receive feedback openly & adjust leadership style and way of working
A track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
5+ years production experience in video games
A solid knowledge of project management tooling with a good understanding on how to set them up to generate meaningful data and ensure it is used to support the best delivery method
DESIRABLE:
Scrum/Agile certification
Knowledge of Click up tool or similar
Knowledge or passion for VR/MR Gaming
Requirements
As a member of our team, Producers are central to our development team's ongoing success. As an Executive Producer, you will play the Lead role in setting up and running our next IPs project from the ground up. Reporting to the Head of Studio, you will carefully balance your efforts between game delivery, setting the development team up for success, and being an advocate for the process.
Ownership of production on cross-functional teams and lead multiple initiatives in parallel
You will have responsibility for the overarching backlogs together with your teams; setting goals, planning sprints or milestones and encouraging commitment. You will ensure these goals support the overall project direction
You will ensure an implementation of a robust Delivery framework and ensure processes are put in place to be successful
Create project data and modeling to support effective decision-making, ensure predictable delivery and do so at a sustainable pace
You will work to predict and remove roadblocks before they become an issue
Management of stakeholders, highlighting deviations and adjustments to plans
Full RAID management
Be part of the leadership team in making key decisions for the future of the projects
Be a key communicator across the studio ensuring alignment is agreed between different internal and external stakeholders and 3rd parties
Work with outsourcers to obtain key deliveries aligned against the strategic roadmap. Be the key point of contact for both internal and external updates on this workstream
Strong in working and managing 3rd parties on behalf of the business
Benefits
Salary Range: £65K-£85K
Remote-first Studio with occasional requirements to attend the London office
Share option scheme
Unlimited holidays
Monthly workplace well-being benefit scheme with Vitality Private Healthcare
L&D subscription with Udemy
Regular team social events & studio summits and networking opportunities
Working alongside a friendly, flexible, and highly talented team
Strong creative freedom that will give you a real impact on the final product
Opportunity to work on the future of immersive storytelling and big-name IPs
To tell better stories and create inclusive experiences we welcome everyone, especially from under-represented people in our industry whose stories aren't told often enough. Our research has suggested that sometimes people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet every single listed requirement. At Saltwater Games we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive working environment, who you are will always deserve our consideration and recognition, and your application is welcome.
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Saltwater Games is a creative alliance of studios dedicated to delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences that ignite the imagination of our audiences. Our passionate teams of creative professionals consist of industry veterans from renowned studios such as PlayStation, Codemasters, Sumo Digital, Interior Night, and Mediatonic who are working on some exciting VR, multiplayer, and mobile titles. At Saltwater Games we follow some key values:
We are optimistic & brave
We are honest & open
We take ownership & responsibility
ABOUT YOU:
We're looking for someone with solid Games production leadership who is self-motivated and will take ownership of the project and team to bring it to the highest possible quality.
A passion for games across different platforms specifically VR/MR
Full game lifecycle knowledge managing all stages of development through to execution; comfortable in both the formative stages of a project through to effective live operation
Solid management of Project timelines, roadmaps, and building robust reporting
Ability to comfortably manage the Project budgets and forecasts with regular review and management ensuring a sustainable split of Permanent versus Contract/FTC mix
Leadership qualities to manage stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and transparency of issues that may arise
Work with QA internal and external to oversee testing of features through to release and post support ensuring test plans are in place
Excellent knowledge of production methodologies and frameworks, coupled with the ability to instill team-based ownership and ability to implement best practice into both the Product and Game development
Experience of bug tracking management utilising best practices to manage appropriately
An excellent delegator; encouraging engagement, ownership, and accountability within mixed-discipline teams, and with communication skills
Happy to work across multiple projects, platforms and teams as needed
Able to receive feedback openly & adjust leadership style and way of working
A track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
5+ years production experience in video games
A solid knowledge of project management tooling with a good understanding on how to set them up to generate meaningful data and ensure it is used to support the best delivery method
DESIRABLE:
Scrum/Agile certification
Knowledge of Click up tool or similar
Knowledge or passion for VR/MR Gaming
Requirements
As a member of our team, Producers are central to our development team's ongoing success. As an Executive Producer, you will play the Lead role in setting up and running our next IPs project from the ground up. Reporting to the Head of Studio, you will carefully balance your efforts between game delivery, setting the development team up for success, and being an advocate for the process.
Ownership of production on cross-functional teams and lead multiple initiatives in parallel
You will have responsibility for the overarching backlogs together with your teams; setting goals, planning sprints or milestones and encouraging commitment. You will ensure these goals support the overall project direction
You will ensure an implementation of a robust Delivery framework and ensure processes are put in place to be successful
Create project data and modeling to support effective decision-making, ensure predictable delivery and do so at a sustainable pace
You will work to predict and remove roadblocks before they become an issue
Management of stakeholders, highlighting deviations and adjustments to plans
Full RAID management
Be part of the leadership team in making key decisions for the future of the projects
Be a key communicator across the studio ensuring alignment is agreed between different internal and external stakeholders and 3rd parties
Work with outsourcers to obtain key deliveries aligned against the strategic roadmap. Be the key point of contact for both internal and external updates on this workstream
Strong in working and managing 3rd parties on behalf of the business
Benefits
Salary Range: £65K-£85K
Remote-first Studio with occasional requirements to attend the London office
Share option scheme
Unlimited holidays
Monthly workplace well-being benefit scheme with Vitality Private Healthcare
L&D subscription with Udemy
Regular team social events & studio summits and networking opportunities
Working alongside a friendly, flexible, and highly talented team
Strong creative freedom that will give you a real impact on the final product
Opportunity to work on the future of immersive storytelling and big-name IPs
To tell better stories and create inclusive experiences we welcome everyone, especially from under-represented people in our industry whose stories aren't told often enough. Our research has suggested that sometimes people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to roles unless they meet every single listed requirement. At Saltwater Games we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive working environment, who you are will always deserve our consideration and recognition, and your application is welcome.
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