Responsible for leading the production of
PC and Console game products, with specific emphasis on adventure
and action games. We have several titles in current production
for both PC and console platforms (PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube)
and are expanding our line-up regularly.
All positions are located in Toronto, ON and offer competitive
salary, annual bonuses, comprehensive health and insurance benefits,
holiday and vacation pay and great people and products to work
with.
Responsibilities::
Candidates for this position will be working
with executive producers, associate producers, and product managers
in all aspects of the production of game titles, with an emphasis
on both PC and console platforms. These positions can encompass
responsibilities for several games at one time, depending on
the product type and resource requirements. Producers are a
key element of the development process and are required to proactively
manage and deliver products ensuring both title quality and
timely delivery. While the development pipeline may vary from
game to game it will often include design audits and reviews,
cinematics coordination and outsourcing, asset management, and
team tasking. Emphasis on QA coordination, licensor approvals,
localization, and OEM production is also key component. In each
case Producers track the scheduling of these and other development
functions, identify critical constraints, potential bottlenecks,
and risks in the delivery schedule, as well as troubleshooting
communication and schedule dependency problems. Producers are
required to communicate regularly both vertically and cross-functionally
with the development teams and the greater organization.
Qualifications::
Education:
College degree required, a
technical discipline strongly preferred.
Advanced degree or studies a bonus.
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years of game production experience on at least
2 full cycle titles (concept to ship).
Additional experience directly in game development (programming,
art, design) is a bonus.
Other:
Must have a detailed knowledge of modern product management
techniques and practices.
Must have a working knowledge of console product submission
and general QA/testing procedures.
Must be willing to actively take responsibility for assigned
projects with and without direct supervision.
Must be organized and self-starting, willing to aggressively
move on initiatives.
Must have good communication skills to work closely with both
internal and external teams as well as diverse functions within
the company.
Must maintain an awareness of current trends and consumer
expectations, specifically regarding computer and all console-based
platforms.
Must be both exceptionally passionate about game development
and an avid game player - including the adventure and action
genres.
Solid knowledge of MS Office and Project required.
Fluency in English is required - additional languages or intercultural
skills are considered a plus.
Travel is required.
