Lead Project Director for AAA Game Development

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Gunzilla Games Full time

About Us

Gunzilla Games is a renowned independent AAA video game developer and publisher. Our mission is to create immersive gaming experiences that captivate players worldwide.

Our Team

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment where talented individuals from various industry-leading studios and publishers come together to push the boundaries of innovation.

Our Values

  • Players First & Foremost: We prioritize player satisfaction above all else, ensuring our games meet the highest standards of quality and engagement.
  • We Believe in Our People: Empowering our team members to thrive in a supportive atmosphere, we encourage self-motivation, creativity, and continuous growth.
  • Commitment to Engagement & Quality: We strive for excellence in every aspect of game development, from conceptualization to launch.
  • Make Bold Moves & Innovate: Embracing innovative approaches and technologies, we stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving gaming landscape.
  • Open & Honest: Transparency and open communication are fundamental to our success, fostering trust among team members and stakeholders.

Job Description

We seek an experienced Production Director to lead the development, maintenance, and growth of our upcoming AAA Extraction Battle Royale shooter, OTG (Off The Grid). As a key member of our team, you will oversee project direction, drive planning and scoping, and manage a team of Producers to deliver outstanding results.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Project Direction: Collaborate with the Executive Producer and Department Heads to drive planning, scoping, and project execution.
  • Manage Production Teams: Oversee a team of Producers, ensuring effective delivery of projects according to plan.
  • Project Information Strategy: Own the project information strategy, facilitating smooth communication of objectives, deadlines, priorities, tasks, and resources.
  • Pipeline Efficiency & Workflow: Oversee and contribute to development, focusing on pipeline efficiency, workflow, risk management, scheduling, tracking, and resource allocation.
  • Motivate & Support Team Members: Foster a positive and constructive work environment, motivating and supporting team members to excel in their roles.
  • Coordination with QA Leads: Collaborate with QA leads to ensure thorough testing requirements are met.
  • Studio Production Practices: Drive improvements in studio production practices, enhancing overall efficiency and quality.
  • Team Structures & Roles: Define team structures and roles, evaluate candidates, and make critical hiring decisions.
  • External Partnerships: Manage relationships and agreements with external partners and suppliers.
  • Live Deployment & Post-Launch Support: Devise and manage strategies for successful live deployment and post-launch support.
  • Creative Expertise & Solutions: Seek out creative expertise and solutions as needed to enhance game development.
  • Risk Mitigation: Anticipate risks and setbacks, establishing plans to mitigate them effectively.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Foster collaboration and communication among colleagues, co-dev studios, and partners.

Requirements:

  • 5+ Years of Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in a production leadership role within the games industry, overseeing large-scale AAA projects.
  • Project Management Training: A degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or relevant training.
  • Balancing Studio & Player Needs: Strong ability to balance studio and player needs in a development roadmap that enhances game quality and user experience.
  • Team Leadership & Motivation: Proven experience in developing, mentoring, and motivating a team of Producers and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Highly Organized & Proactive: Highly organized, proactive, self-starter with excellent time management, planning, and communication skills.
  • Development Pipelines & Expertise: In-depth knowledge of development pipelines, interdependencies, and expertise in various project management methodologies (Agile, Traditional).
  • Industry-Standard Tools: Familiarity with industry-standard tools (e.g., MS Office, Jira, Perforce) and experience with Unreal Engine is advantageous.
  • Dependability & Commitment: Dependable and committed to project success, able to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Innovative Mindset: Innovative mindset with a drive to implement new approaches and solutions.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong problem-solving skills to anticipate and remove blockers.
  • Excellent Communication: Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Consideration for Impact: Consideration for the impact of decisions on team members and creators.

Benefits:

  • Unlimited Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Health Insurance
  • English/German Courses
  • Public Transportation
  • Relocation & Accommodation Support
  • Office Perks & Gym Membership

$120,000 - $180,000 per year, depending on location and experience.

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