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[Full-time] Producer, Gaming Operations at Turner Broadcasting

2012-01-10 16:23:58

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
URL: http://www.turnerjobs.com

Description:

Qualifications: – 4-6 years professional experience in game production or other digital media is required. – Experience with managing outside production through vendors. – Experience with RFPs and vendor selection. – Experience working with 3rd-party IP, managing reviews and approvals. – Formal project management training is highly preferred. (PMI, Agile, etc.) – A Bachelor’s degree or greater is preferred.

- A secondary skillset in a related discipline is a plus: art, programming, writing, QA. – Knowledge of Adobe Flash, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a plus. – Work experience in social media interactive products is a plus.

Duties: We are seeking a knowledgeable and resourceful Producer for our Game Production team. The applicant should be capable of managing multiple projects at one time, communicating with both internal and external project teams.

Reporting to the Director of Mobile & Web Games, you’ll work with a small team of subject matter experts, launching, managing, and delivering web-based games for the CN family of brands.

Your responsibilities will include: – Organizing the creation of RFPs and evaluation of proposals for new games. – Handling contracts, invoices, assets, and deliverables for your game projects. – Acting as the CN point of contact for external game vendors. – Working with an internal team to ensure successful launch of web games on CartoonNetwork.com. – Support ongoing QA for upcoming launch games and current library of games. – Research industry trends and talent to establish new relationships with external developers.
We are looking for innovative people!!!

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[Full-time] Associate Producer, Interactive and Youth Electronics at Turner Broadcasting

2012-01-09 21:43:33

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
URL: http://www.turnerjobs.com

Description:

Qualifications: – Minimum 5 years experience in the interactive industry required. – Previous experience as an Associate Producer or Assistant producer required. Industry knowledge required. Ability to disseminate technical design documents required. – Previous experience with project management and/or product development required. – PC skills: Proficient in Windows environment: MS Word and Excel required.

Duties: Supports the Director by planning, reviewing and scheduling the production of assigned video games and youth electronics ensuring product quality. This position manages day to day tasks for 75% of all interactive games in development for Cartoon Network Enterprises: develop game product with publisher and developer production staff, provide product testing, provide feedback on funcionality and entertainment content, review and approve marketing materials related to games assigned. This position also manages day to day tasks for 100% of all youth electronics in development for Cartoon Network Enterprises: manages relationship with toy partners assigned, reviews and approves youth electronics products with CNE brand assurance. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity, send your resume today!!!

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[Full-time] Producer Position at Black Lantern Studios, Inc.

2011-12-08 19:51:51

Location: Springfield, Missouri
URL: http://www.blacklanternstudios.com/

Description:

Producer & Designer
Production | Black Lantern Studios | Springfield, MO

Black Lantern Studios is currently seeking an experienced Producer to join our team. Black Lantern’s Producers are responsible for managing the day-to-day tasks of developing games, with heavy emphasis on communication and organization. They are the point of contact for our publishing partners and are involved in all aspects of delivering a particular title. A Producer’s primary goal is to lead a development team to successfully deliver products on time and on budget. Additionally, Black Lantern’s Producers establish the initial vision and design for the company’s game development projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead a team of designers, programmers, artists, and others in the production of handheld, mobile, and console titles
• Contribute to the vision of a game, and ensure that the vision is upheld through the production process
• Become intimately familiar with all facets of a game, to be better able to answer questions and recognize problem areas
• Establish the game design
• Help define milestone dates and requirements
• Work with project leads to create and prioritize a task schedule that correctly accounts for milestone requirements, dependencies, and other constraints
• Identify project risks and help create solutions
• Work with project leads to create project status reports
• Create agendas for and moderate team meetings
• Act as the point of contact for publishers and other external parties as necessary
• Manage and participate in internal reviews and facilitate external reviews of documentation, assets, and playable builds
• Communicate feedback and change requests to appropriate parties
• Drive the decision-making process for making changes to the game or the schedule based on feedback
• Help revise and improve production methods where appropriate
• Work directly with the Studio Director to develop proposals for new development projects

REQUIRMENTS
• 3-5 years of game industry experience.
• Experience working on multiple shipped titles.
• Excellent “people skills”
• Uncanny knack for creating and managing schedules
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work well under pressure and within deadlines
• Self-motivation and ability to identify and complete tasks without constant supervision
• Ability to respond well to constructive criticism and follow guidelines
• Ability to objectively review and constructively critique materials created by others
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
• Experience working on the Wii, Nintendo DS, 3DS, iOS, or 360 platform
• Passion for playing and creating games

BONUS SKILLS
• Experience working in the game industry for over 5 years.
• Experience working on a shipped AAA title.
• Extensive, up-to-date knowledge of console and handheld video games across a variety of genres
• Experience managing multiple projects in concurrent development
• Broad knowledge of game development processes
• Experience working on games of multiple genres
• Proven specialization in another area of game development (art, programming, QA, etc.)
• Wide variety of interests and experiences from which to draw ideas.

COMPENSATION
Compensation will include salary depending on the experience of the applicant, and a benefits package including health insurance and paid vacation.

ABOUT BLACK LANTERN STUDIOS
Since originally founded in 2003, Black Lantern has established itself as a brand fans and customers have come to trust, love, and recommend to others. To date, the company has shipped over developed over 55 game titles based around licensed and original properties targeting the kids, family, and casual markets. Black Lantern strives to be a great place to work, find great partners to work with, and constantly deliver great games. The company is committed to providing the highest quality, most satisfying, and richest gaming experience to its customers, delivering value to its publishers and partners, and maintaining a team-centered environment to foster creativity and individual responsibility.

STATUS AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Status: Full-time, Exempt, Salary DOE
Type of Job: Full Time
Job Location: Springfield, Missouri
Posting Date: 12/6/2011
Expiration Date” 1/30/2012
Company Name: Black Lantern Studios, Inc
Employer Web Site: http://blacklanternstudios.com

Equal Opportunity Employer: Yes
Contact Information:
Name: Black Lantern Studios
Address: 333 South Jefferson, Suite 104, Springfield, MO 65806
Phone: 417-865-3037
Fax: 417-865-5983
Email: employment@blacklanternstudios.com

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please send your resume and cover letter to employment@blacklanternstudios.com with a list of shipped titles. Include "Producer Position" in the Subject Line.

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[Full-time] Producer for next gen high-end iOS RPG wanted at Sourcebits

2011-11-04 13:17:02

Location:
URL: http://sourcebits.com

Description:

Are you a big fan of fantasy RPG’s and fondly remember all the hours spent crawling dungeons and slaying evil monsters? Are you keen on producing the next genre defining experience for the mobile market? We at Sourcebits have high aspirations and we are looking for a Producer to realize our next gen high-end RPG for iOS. If you think you have what it takes, just let us know.

Overall, the position of Producer is expected to meet the following requirements:

Responsibilities

Responsible for all phases of the product development cycle from initial concept through full release maintaining the creative vision of the game. Create insightful and well-polished products that leverage the latest development methodology, technologies and gaming trends.
Schedules development efforts with all participating teams and keeps actual development on schedule and within approved budgets. Accountable for meeting production schedules and deadlines for product-related materials.
Responsible for proposing schedules and milestone deliverables based on anticipated project costs using break-even analysis and other tools, responsible for managing project as well as budgeting and expenditures.
Specify and manage the production process to maximize success of project and minimize risk of development, including management of transitions from pre-production to full production to completion
Represent project and team in the press and other public forums and events.
Assist Director on as-needed basis.
Be accountable for meeting product budget and profitability goals and for working closely with marketing staff to ensure effective distribution.
Review and evaluate product concepts and designs.
Participate in planning marketing strategies for the game and gives input into the development of marketing materials.
Responsible for providing input in hiring and performance review & appraisals.
Delegate responsibilities as needed while providing guidance and support.

Requirements

Strong interest and passion for the RPG and fantasy games genre
Knowledge of game formats, competing products, and what makes games fun.
Proactive self starter, but also team player.
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and project management skills are a must.
Overall, must be confident in representing product, team, department, studio and Sourcebits well in public.
Process knowledge, attention to detail, timely follow-up and strong organizational skills.
Ability to grasp technical knowledge to meet project needs; ability to identify and coordinate with other business units in the company to assist where necessary in meeting project needs and cultivate relationships.
Implementing projects in partnership with co-workers, developers and other parts of Sourcebits. Very strong ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Ability to manage people, groups, projects, schedules and designs
Demonstrated success in managing people and relationships, conflict resolution, negotiation, communication, presentation, and assembly and motivation of talented teams.
Expertise in defining production processes for all project contributors and rapidly evolving/determining new process to meet changing technology, organizational, or market conditions.
Must have good analytical and creative skills.
Knowledge of software tool capabilities and platform constraints, ability to integrate technology changes, ability to commission and integrate new technologies.
5+ years of Product Development (or equivalent/related industry) experience with at least 2 successfully shipped titles. Ideally, at least one RPG game.
1+ years of post-high school education or training. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent preferred.

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[Full-time] Junior Producer at Gameloft New Orleans

2011-10-09 22:41:59

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
URL: http://www.jobsinnola.com

Description:

PLEASE APPLY AT WWW.JOBSINNOLA.COM

A leading global publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft® has established itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets(including Apple® iOS and Android® devices), set top box, connected TVs and consoles. Gameloft partners with leading international brands such as UNO®, Spider-Man®, James Cameron’s Avatar™, Ferrari® and Sonic Unleashed®. Gameloft also operates its own established franchises, such as Real Football, Asphalt™, Modern Combat 2: Black Pegasus and N.O.V.A Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance®. Gameloft is present in all continents, distributes its games in 100 countries and employs over 4,000 developers.

The Nitty Gritty:

Manage projects and workflow for a team of talented Programmers, Game Artists and Game Designers.
Manage new game development through each phase of production: Concept, Mock-up, Alpha, Beta, and Gold.
Communicate with Gameloft Senior Producers and Studio Manager regarding progress.
Collaborate with production research team to incorporate product research results into new game development process and to create consumer marketing programs.
As a key member of the development team, you’ll manage a group of Programmers and 2D/3D Game Artists and Game Designers to ensure the highest sales potential is reached for a game.

Must-haves/ know-how:

BBA from a top business school, concentrating in Marketing or related fields OR BA degree majoring in English.
Extensive knowledge about video games and a true passion for both playing and selling them.
Extensive knowledge of social gaming
Thorough understanding of video games and their commercial appeal to the general public.
Have a true passion for different types of games in general.
Innate ability to make the right choices to deliver the most promising and best-selling games to the market.
Ability to think creatively; work well independently, and as a team player.
Ability to successfully convey your vision and motivate team members.
Highly motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Risk-taker who knows that innovative ideas lead to the production of great selling games.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills to deliver quality projects under tight deadlines.
Creativity and practicality to find the best solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure progress.
1-2 years of experience working as a junior producer in the video game industry would be a plus.

All candidates should expect to take a short assessment test

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[Full-time] Producer at Gameloft New Orleans

2011-10-09 22:39:45

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
URL: http://www.jobsinnola.com

Description:

PLEASE APPLY AT WWW.JOBSINNOLA.COM

The Nitty-Gritty:

Manage projects and workflow for a team of talented Programmers, Game Artists and Game Designers.
Manage new game development through each phase of production: Concept, Mock-up, Alpha, Beta, and Gold.
Communicate with Gameloft Senior Producers and Studio Manager regarding progress.
Collaborate with production research team to incorporate product research results into new game development process and to create consumer marketing programs.
As a key member of the development team, you’ll manage a group of Programmers and 2D/3D Game
Artists and Game Designers to ensure the highest sales potential is reached for a game.

Must-haves/know-how:

BBA from a top business school, concentrating in Marketing or related fields OR BA degree majoring in English
Extensive knowledge about video games and a true passion for both playing and selling them.
Thorough understanding of video games and their commercial appeal to the general public.
Have a true passion for different types of games in general.
Innate ability to make the right choices to deliver the most promising and best-selling games to the market.
Ability to think creatively; work well independently, and as a team player.
Ability to successfully convey your vision and motivate team members.
Highly motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Risk-taker who knows that innovative ideas lead to the production of great selling games.
Excellent organizational and analytical skills to deliver quality projects under tight deadlines.
Creativity and practicality to find the best solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure progress.
1+ year of experience working as a producer in the video game industry.

All candidates should expect to take a short assessment test

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[Full-time] Associate Producer - Delivery Systems at BioWare

2011-09-26 18:50:58

Location: Austin, Texas
URL: http://www.bioware.com/bioware_info/jobs/austin_jobs/

Description:

BioWare, a member of the incredible family of EA studios, has created some of the world’s best-selling titles including the award-winning Baldur’s Gate, the Neverwinter Nights series, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. Original BioWare-created IPs include the critically acclaimed Mass Effect, the epic fantasy RPG Dragon Age, Jade Empire, and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. BioWare Austin is hard at work on the massively multiplayer online game, Star Wars: The Old Republic.

BioWare Austin is seeking a qualified Associate Producer to manage development of the applications and systems to deliver Star Wars: The Old Republic to users. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in the design and production of installers, patchers, and systems for delivering and maintaining online services, preferably massively multiplayer online (MMO) games. This position reports the Internal Development Producer.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage development of the Installer and production of all game SKUs, certification, and delivery
• Manage development and improvements, QA, and deployments of the game launcher, QA, and deployment
• Manage development and improvements to the patching build systems
• Manage development and improvements to the game asset build systems
• Manage development of game management dashboards and related systems
• Coordinate activities with Infrastructure, Operations, Platform, Web, and Localization teams
• Lead requirements gathering and story/task identification and work with Project Managers, Developers, and QA leads on planning
• Produce project documentation including requirements, UI and functional designs, and internal operations

REQUIREMENTS
• 2+ years of software production management experience
• Working knowledge of installers and patching systems
• Previous operational experience on an online service, preferably an MMO
• Ability to take ownership, prioritize work, and drive to completion
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
• Self directed with superior time management and multitasking ability
• Comfortable writing technical and design documentation
• Previous agile development experience a plus
• Nullsoft and/or Solid State Networks experience a plus
• Passion for playing video games a plus
• Able to relocate to Austin, Texas

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