Executive Producer

2 Months ago • 10 Years + • Product Management • $173,215 PA - $321,685 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Executive Producer will lead the production of a high-quality Online Multiplayer RPG, managing cross-functional teams, driving the game’s vision with the Game Director, managing budget and timelines, and collaborating with stakeholders. Responsibilities include overseeing all development phases, managing budgets, reporting project status, and ensuring a robust QA process. The EP will also lead cross-disciplinary teams, manage external partners, and drive pre-launch activities and post-launch content. This role demands leadership, communication, and project management skills to ensure the game's success.
Must have:
  • Executive Producer or Director experience in game development.
  • 10+ years experience, 3 in a director or executive producer role.
  • Experience with AAA multiplayer games or live service titles.
  • Strong understanding of multiplayer game development, including live services.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong project management skills with Agile/Scrum experience.
  • Deep understanding of game design and QA methodologies.
  • Experience managing external partners and third-party vendors.
  • Passion for gaming and knowledge of the multiplayer service landscape.
Good to have:
  • Deep knowledge of various development methodologies.
  • Strong network within the gaming industry.
  • A passion for online multiplayer RPGs
  • A passion for the source material and IP we are working in
Perks:
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Employee wellness program
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid holidays and sick time and vacation

Job Details

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We’ve been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what’s next!
Your New Role

The Executive Producer (EP) will lead the production of a high-quality Online Multiplayer RPG, from concept to launch and beyond. This senior leadership role involves managing cross-functional teams, driving the game’s vision in conjunction with the Game Director, managing budget and timelines, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including the publishing team, to ensure a successful product. The EP is ultimately responsible for the game’s success in terms of both quality and market performance. 

Your Role Accountabilities

Vision and Strategy: 

  • Partner with Game Director to help promote the strategic vision for the multiplayer game in collaboration with creative directors, game designers, product managers, and key stakeholders. 

  • Ensure the game aligns with the studio’s overall goals and market trends in the multiplayer gaming sector. 

  • Foster an environment that creates a team that leads innovation in the multiplayer games landscape. 

  • Lead the relationship with the publishing organization and various publishing teams to garner strategic alignment, set expectations, foster goodwill, and promote the vision for the game. 

Production Oversight: 

  • Oversee all phases of development from concept, pre-production, production, and post-launch live services.

  • Collaborate with production teams to create and manage development schedules, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones.

  • Manage budgets, ensuring the game stays within financial constraints while maintaining high production quality. 

  • Regularly report project status, risks, and issues to senior management and key stakeholders. 

  • Ensure a robust QA process is in place to triage live operation stability, performance, and a high-quality player experience. 

Team Leadership: 

  • Drive the leadership team to success and keep them on track and focused. 

  • Lead cross-disciplinary teams, including designers, programmers, artists, QA, and marketing, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment.

  • Provide mentorship to directors and senior management, ensuring the development team is motivated and aligned with the project goals. 

  • Manage external development partners, outsourcers, and third-party vendors to supplement internal resources. Manage relationships with key partners.

  • Maintain a healthy organization to include managing directors, team wide functions, recruiting, and ensure high team morale. 

Execution of Product Slate: 

  • Drive pre-launch activities, including marketing, beta testing, and community engagement, to ensure the game is well-positioned for launch. 

  • Oversee the post-launch content roadmap, ensuring regular updates and improvements based on player feedback and analytics.

  • Managing the operations of the live game. Ensure stakeholder alignment across the leadership team to bring about customer and product fit. 

Market and Player Engagement: 

  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, player expectations, and emerging technologies to ensure the game remains competitive and innovative. 

  • Collaborate with marketing, community, and live operations teams to create a unified publishing strategy. 

Qualifications & Experience
  • Proven experience as an Executive Producer or Director of Production in game development, with at least one successful multiplayer game shipped. 

  • 10+ years of experience, 3 in a director of production, or executive producer role working on a successful title of this genre and scale.

  • Experience with AAA multiplayer games or live service titles. 

  • Strong understanding of multiplayer game development, including its development phases to include live services. 

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage large, diverse teams. 

  • Strong project management skills, with experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies. 

  • Deep understanding of game design, production processes, art, engineering, and QA methodologies. 

  • Experience managing external partners, contractors, and third-party vendors. 

  • Passion for gaming and a strong knowledge of the multiplayer service landscape. 

Nice to Haves
  • Deep knowledge of various development methodologies. 

  • Strong network within the gaming industry. 

  • A passion for online multiplayer RPGs 

  • A passion for the source material and IP we are working in 

How We Get Things Done… This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview. Championing Inclusion at WBD Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $173,215.00 - $321,685.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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