UK Remote or West Midlands Based – Birmingham/Worcestershire Area
Please Note: We welcome applicants that prefer to work from home, so please get in touch!
Role and Purpose:
As the Executive Producer, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire production process of our AAA title. You will work closely with the core development team, prototype team, and stakeholders to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your leadership and vision will be crucial in driving the success of the game.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development team, providing clear direction and maintaining a cohesive vision for the project.
* Oversee all aspects of game production, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
* Act as the primary point of contact between the development team and stakeholders, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
* Ensure that the game meets the highest quality standards through rigorous testing and feedback processes.
* Deeply understand the game’s vision and ensure the game is fun.
* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
* Foster a positive and productive work environment, mentoring and supporting team members.
* Keep informed of current industry trends and competitor products.
* Oversee all post-launch activities, including updates, patches, and community engagement.
* Be the external face of the product, participating in interviews and attending events to represent Flix and the title.
* Work with the existing production team to ensure effectiveness and accountability for successful delivery.
Requirements:
* Minimum of 10 years of experience in game development, with 5 years in a leadership role on AAA titles.
* Proven ability to lead and inspire large, multidisciplinary teams.
* Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
* Deep understanding of Agile development practices.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Current knowledge of next-generation console platforms and development practices.
* Experience with multiple game development platforms and engines.
* Deep understanding and passion for video games and the gaming industry.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
* Experience working with external partners and vendors in a co-development environment.
* Experience growing a project from the prototype/pre-Alpha stage to full production and release.
* Experience shipping on current generation consoles and PC.
* Passion for open world titles.
Please send through your portfolio and cover letter. If your examples are from previous works with another studio, please ensure samples are cleared for release by copyright owners.
Based just outside Birmingham, Flix offers a friendly, nurturing work environment with the opportunity to build games as part of an extremely talented, ambitious studio.
We also offer the following:
* Additional time off over the Christmas period on top of standard holidays.
* Team outings and events.
* Summer BBQ + Festive party.
If you have the drive and skills for making games and think you have what it takes to work within our team, then we’d love to hear from you.
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