Executive Producer

Frima, a recognized top employer in the Canadian video game industry, is seeking an Executive Producer to drive growth and performance within its business unit. This role requires a hybrid work model. The Executive Producer will be the primary contact for partners, manage contracts, identify new business opportunities, oversee project resources, ensure game quality, and manage the P&L for the co-development unit, reporting financial performance to management. The company offers a flexible 4.5-day work week and comprehensive benefits.

Must Have

• Act as the primary point of contact for partners and establish best practices for strong, long-term relationships.
• Implement tools and processes for effective communication with partners regarding project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with company objectives and capabilities.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for the business unit.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders and potential clients.
• Collaborate with sales teams to create compelling proposals and presentations.
• Establish success indicators and economic models to evaluate business unit growth and impact.
• Plan required project resources based on expertise needs and project milestones.
• Validate game quality and consistency throughout production with responsible producers and partners.
• Produce and monitor performance indicators for the business unit.
• Develop and manage the P&L of the co-development unit, ensuring financial objectives are met.
• Report financial performance and forecasts to management, providing insights and recommendations.
• Prepare and present investment proposals to management to advance the company's positioning.
• University degree in administration, project management, or related field in video game development.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in project management in video games or similar.
• Proven experience as an Executive or Senior Producer in the video game industry, preferably in service or co-development studios.
• Proficiency with management tools like Jira, 10,000ft, Confluence, Excel/Google Sheets.
• Ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Excellent command of French and English (written and oral).

Good to Have

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and build lasting partner relationships.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Financial skills, with experience in budget and P&L management.
• Passion for video game development and deep understanding of industry trends and dynamics.
• Excellent adaptability.

Perks & Benefits

• 4.5-day work week (Friday afternoon off)
• Flexible work mode: hybrid or 100% in-person
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year
• Sick days and personal days
• Comprehensive group insurance from day one
• RRSP contribution
• $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment
• Access to chair massages
• Fresh fruits and snacks
• Gym access
• Sports activities
• Regular project and news presentations
• Cohesive, caring, and inclusive teams

Company Description

At Frima, we promote a flexible work model by offering our team members a choice of their work mode. However, given the nature and responsibilities of this particular role, the incumbent will need to be able to work in a hybrid mode.

We need an impact player!

Frima is looking for an Executive Producer to help its business unit level up by playing a key role in the company's growth and performance.

*At Frima, we have been cultivating creative audacity for over 20 years! We are proud to have been recognized by GamesIndustry.biz as one of the best employers in the Canadian video game industry in 2021, 2022, and 2023 (GamesIndustry.biz).*

And the reason is simple: we know how to take care of our people:

• 4.5-day work week, year-round (Friday afternoon off);
• Truly flexible work: hybrid mode, or 100% in-person, it's your choice;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days, and personal days: your well-being matters to us.
• Comprehensive group insurance from your arrival;
• A contribution to your RRSP;
• A $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment.

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruits and snacks, a gym, sports activities, etc.;
• Regular presentations of projects and news: we keep our team informed of developments at Frima;
• Cohesive, caring, and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Act as the primary point of contact for partners, and implement best practices that foster strong, long-term relationships with them;
• Implement tools and processes to ensure effective communication from teams to partners regarding project status, risks, and opportunities;
• Lead contract negotiations and ensure all agreements are aligned with the company's objectives and capabilities;
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for its business unit;
• Develop and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders and potential clients;
• Collaborate with sales teams to create compelling proposals and presentations;
• Establish success indicators and economic models to evaluate the growth and impact of the business unit;
• Establish the planning of required resources on projects within its business unit according to expertise needs and project milestones;
• Validate the quality and consistency of the game throughout the production process with responsible producers and the partner, to ensure established standards are met;
• Produce and monitor performance indicators for its business unit;
• Develop and manage the P&L of the co-development unit, ensuring financial objectives are met;
• Report financial performance and forecasts to management, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare and present investment proposals to management to advance the company's positioning.

Qualifications

What we are looking for

• University degree in administration, project management, or other relevant field related to video game development;
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in project management in the video game industry or a similar field;
• Proven experience in an Executive or Senior Producer role in the video game industry, preferably in service and/or co-development studios;
• Very good knowledge of management tools such as Jira, 10,000ft, Confluence, Excel/Google Sheets;
• Ability to travel outside the country as needed;
• Excellent command of French and English (written and oral). English skills are required for the job as we collaborate with English-speaking partners.

What we value in our team

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and build lasting relationships with partners;
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills;
• Financial skills, with experience in budget and P&L management;
• Passion for video game development and deep understanding of industry trends and dynamics;
• Excellent adaptability.

Additional Information

Come make a difference with us! #FrimaLife

To learn more

• About us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copy