jobref	499P
location	nationwide (canada)
position	Producer
type	permanent
package	competitive
start	12.07.2009

As Producer you are responsible for the overall strategy and vision for the development of the game. You sit at the head of a team to ensure a AAA product is shipped, on time, within budget, and of course with a motivated team & streamlined organization! Responsibilities include: In collaboration with the creative director: -Leads the development and validation of the content of the main deliverables (FPP, E3 demo, alpha, etc.) -Takes part in the development of the vision for games and has it approved by the senior producer, executives, and editorial group -Takes part in the development of the main features of games -In collaboration with the pipeline technical director, makes technological decisions affecting the game Establish a project’s scope and milestones -Develops and proposes a project scope to the senior producer -Establishes important dates for the achievement of milestones for the project as a whole and has them approved by the senior producer -Shares the project plan with the team -Makes sure the team meets deadlines for deliverables -Studies analyses proposed by the coordinator and identifies risks -Proposes a viable and optimal recovery plan to obtain objectives -Ensures changes in scope and dates are approved by the senior producer Establish the budget and ensure the project’s profitability -Establishes the operating budget for the project as a whole and has it approved by the senior producer -Monitors project expenditures on an ongoing basis -Proposes changes to the budget to the senior producer when required Ensure the optimal organization of the team’s work -In collaboration with the associate producer and core team, establishes the work methods and processes to be implemented -Ensures that the core team’s roles and responsibilities are clearly defined. -Defines the optimal team structure for achieving objectives at each phase of production. Selection and management of associate producers, creative director and core team -Takes part in decisions regarding hiring & promotions within the team -Responsible for the development of team members -Conducts performance evaluations on direct reports and performs salary reviews for team members -Completes the information needed prior to payment of bonuses and profit bonuses and proposes outstanding team and/or individual recognition Qualifications -Experience shipping at least one online game as Producer. -Has lived through a complete production from start to finish, with a good understanding of the finaling and submission process. -Good understanding of the various skill sets needed to create a game and what each profession should focus on during a given phase of development. Demonstrates a real passion for playing games, with thorough knowledge of competitive products and companies. -Strong project management and organizational skills with previous management responsibilities. -The ability to develop strong working relationships with internal partners (central groups, QA etc.). -Strong presentation skills. -A good understanding of budget management. -A good understanding of legal and licensing requirements. -Flexible approach to travel.

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