Release Management Director (Knights Peak)

About KNIGHTS PEAK INTERACTIVE

Knights Peak Interactive, a division of MY.GAMES, is a game publisher partnering with diverse developers worldwide. Committed to equality, it supports both emerging and established studios in reaching new heights in global markets and brand development. Knights Peak views games as portals to immersive stories, offering players a multitude of adventures in a welcoming environment. For details, visit: .

What you’ll do:

• Direct and oversee the release management processes for a diverse portfolio of games across various genres, platforms, and markets
• Prioritize and allocate resources effectively to ensure the successful delivery of each game
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align release strategy with the division's overall business objectives
• Develop and regularly update a long-term release roadmap, incorporating input from the production, marketing, and technology teams
• Serve as the primary point of contact for games release management for internal and external stakeholders
• Foster strong relationships and effective communication channels to ensure alignment and seamless collaboration throughout the release process
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of Release Managers, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Continuously assess and optimize release management processes to improve efficiency, reduce risks, and enhance the overall quality of game releases
• Ensure that all game releases strictly adhere to the compliance requirements and certification standards set by key platform holders and regulatory bodies
• Identify and assess potential risks associated with game releases, develop contingency plans, and monitor risk status
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive reporting system to track key release metrics and analyze release data
• Collaborate with the production department and others to create accurate game release projections
• Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors and partners involved in the game release process
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge management system for the Release Management department

What you need to succeed:

• 8+ years experience in game release management for premium publishing
• Proven track record of successfully managing the release of multiple premium video game titles across various platforms and markets
• Strong understanding of video game development processes, including production, QA, and certification
• In-depth knowledge of platform-specific requirements (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and so on) and industry regulations
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate a team of Release Managers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with game releases
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (like JIRA and Microsoft Project)
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills, with the ability to align release strategies with business objectives
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial management principles
• Excellent video game industry network within studios and platform holders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What we offer:

• Work remotely from all around the world
• Collaborative working atmosphere in an internal game dev community that unites more than a dozen of internal game studios, crafting innovative experiences across mobile, PC, and console platforms
• A strong team of specialists across different areas — access unique expertise and professional knowledge
• Possibility to experiment and work on interesting tasks with ambitious goals — we have all resources to implement new ideas
• Create great games and win the hearts of players
• Push the boundaries of the game industry and lead the way forward