Build A Rocket Boy is developing EVERYWHERE, an experience with a breadth of unimaginable gameplay adventure.
We are a mix of industry leading veterans whose credits include some of the bestselling and most loved games of all time. We’re a creative digital entertainment studio with an open and progressive methodology, dedicated to delivering games of the highest calibre possible. Would you like to help build an experience that will redefine how players connect with one another and with the digital world around them? We have amazingly talented people from across the globe located in Edinburgh, Budapest & now Montpellier and remote, flexible and hybrid style working in six different nations around the world. If you are ready to help forge a new future for gamers Everywhere, read on.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Producer who possesses deep expertise in Game Production and a passion for leading large-scale projects. You will play a pivotal role in our dynamic development team, delivering exceptional experiences that not only meet but exceed player expectations and align with our studio's strategic vision. As a Senior Producer, you will not only oversee and guide the delivery of high-quality features but also actively shape the direction of our projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and employing industry-leading processes, methods, and tools. Your leadership, mentorship, and strategic insight will be vital as you work closely with various teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment across all aspects of development.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategize with production leadership, craft leaders and other key stakeholders to define and drive multiple game features, ensuring alignment with the studio’s goals.
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Lead, manage and build schedules for multiple features, partnering with craft and production leads to determine resources, timelines, and maintaining roadmaps with consideration for dependencies across various teams.
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Oversee the shipping of features on time, to a high degree of quality and fun, ensuring that deliverables meet the strategic goals of the studio.
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Provide executive-level communication with the production team, feature owners, stakeholders, and external partners, offering insights on feature status, risks, opportunities, and overall vision.
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Direct and oversee robust review cycles for each milestone and deliverable, identifying areas for improvement and risks, and driving solutions with stakeholders
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Guide collaboration with design, insight, and product teams to define and refine exceptional gameplay experiences, utilizing player feedback, market trends, and data-driven insights.
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Manage, mentor and develop production team members, fostering growth, innovation and improvements in processes and best practices.
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Assume a leadership role in unassigned responsibilities within the scope of feature delivery, ensuring full coverage of essential tasks, and demonstrating proactive problem-solving.
Qualifications:
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5+ years of experience in game production with at least 3 years in a senior producer role or equivalent
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Shipped multiple games through full development cycles, demonstrating expertise in managing complex projects
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Expertise with production tools, agile methodologies, project management software, and common game development methods
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Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with experience in effectively collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders, including C-level executives.
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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and overcome complex challenges, and to propose and drive solutions with necessary stakeholders.
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Proven ability to lead and coordinate teams, balancing multiple tasks and priorities to meet deadlines.
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A demonstrated commitment to user-centered design and quality assurance, with an understanding of the player’s needs and expectations.
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Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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Ability to foster a collaborative, innovative, and positive working environment across various disciplines.
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A genuine passion for gaming, understanding of gaming trends, and alignment with the company's mission and values.
Our Global Benefits & Perks
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Unlimited coaching & therapy — with Oliva, to support your mental health
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Annual Learning Allowance — to spend on your development
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Stock Options — everyone owns a piece of our success
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Compassionate Leave — regardless of who it is, whether you’ve miscarried, or a lost a pet, you don’t need to tell us why
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Birthday Present — gift voucher or a charity donation
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Birthday Day off — to celebrate your birthday away from work each year
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Caregiver Leave — up to 5 days each year to support your loved ones
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New baby gift — money toward a meal delivery or cleaning service
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Remote Working Budget – for remote workers to get out of the house
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Pension scheme — to finance those golden years
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Socials — office & remote events, play sessions and company-wide parties
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If you’re based in the UK
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29 Annual Leave + 3 bank holidays - we’re flexible with most bank holidays so you can use the time to celebrate what’s important to you
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Long Service Days - 2 extra days added on your 2nd & 4th anniversaries with us.
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Private Medical Insurance - full cover with AXA
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Healthcare Cash Plan - Level 3 cover with Medicash
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Enhanced Family Leave - Primary caregivers; 13 weeks full pay, 13 weeks half pay, Secondary caregivers; 2 weeks full pay
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Cycle2Work Scheme - lease a bike through us and save on tax too!
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Electric Car Charging - electric car charging at our Port office in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Please note: Our benefits are reviewed annually and subject to change.
About us
Build A Rocket Boy is developing EVERYWHERE; an experience with a breadth of unimaginable gameplay adventure.
We are a mix of industry leading veterans whose credits include some of the best selling and most loved games of all time. We’re a creative digital entertainment studio with an open and progressive methodology, dedicated to delivering games of the highest calibre possible.
If you want to feel comfortable, inspired, and appreciated in your work pursuits then come join us. We have offices in Edinburgh, Budapest and can consider WFH candidates for specific roles.