Project Manager, Gameplay (CONTRACT)
Job Description
- Experience in combat and gameplay systems (hero/bosses, enemy factions, archetypes, balance, progression, challenges, and rewards).
- Working knowledge of Perforce version control software.
- Build, modify, and maintain schedules for assigned Pods in partnership with Pod Leads.
- Partner with Track and Pod Leads in the creation of milestone goals deliverables.
- Anticipate and solve problems independently and collaboratively to ensure smooth production.
- Guide stakeholder reviews and feedback process with Pod Leads.
- Communicate updates to the development team about project changes and progress.
- Facilitate cross-discipline communication and unblock team members from task dependencies.
- Maintain awareness of Pod content status through regular play sessions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software and methodologies.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions.
- Responsible for maintaining the schedule and structure of a project and keeping team members accountable.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Working knowledge of bug tracking database(s) (DevTrack, TFS, Jira or other industry standard).
- Working knowledge of version control software.
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
CONTRACT ROLE
Insomniac Games is looking for a Project Manager, Gameplay. In this role the Project Manager (Gameplay) will lead and coordinate with vision holders to set Pod goals, ensuring the successful implementation of features and mechanics. This role is crucial in delivering an Immersive gaming experience by managing schedules, facilitating communication, and solving challenges within the development process.
Experience highly preferred in combat and gameplay systems, such as hero/bosses, enemy factions, archetypes, balance, progression, challenges, and rewards
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to build, modify, and maintain schedules for assigned Pods in partnership with Pod Leads
- Partner with Track and Pod Leads in the creation of milestone goals deliverables
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems independently and collaboratively to ensure smooth production
- Guiding stakeholder reviews and feedback process with Pod Leads
- Communicates update to the development team about project changes and progress
- Facilitate cross-discipline communication and unblock team members from task dependencies
- Maintains awareness of Pod content status through regular play sessions
Skill/Ability
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency in project management software and methodologies
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
- Responsible for maintaining the schedule and structure of a project and keeping team members accountable for the project’s timeline and deadlines.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Working knowledge of bug tracking database(s) is required- DevTrack, TFS, Jira or other industry standard. Working knowledge of version control software. Perforce is preferred.
Other Skills:
- Solves problems both independently and collaboratively and adheres to the studio’s expectations of cultural leadership.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
- Must be able to present ideas clearly and work well within a large team environment.
- Must be a good team leader and be able to make informed decisions to achieve desired results.
- Ability to create and maintain good relationships with other departments.
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The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$60 - $70 USD
