PRODUCER - ALL LEVELS Nottingham, England
Job description
About Deep Silver Dambuster Studios
Originally founded in 1999 as Free Radical Design our ambition and passion comes through as strongly now as when we first began. We are always seeking individuals who can emulate our values - passion, quality, and teamwork - which are embodied in our diverse and inclusive culture.
Even if you’re not sure that you meet all the criteria for a role, don’t be put off from applying - we want to hear from you. Our only requirement is that you work from the UK, and if you’re not here right now we can discuss relocation and sponsorship. Our studio is in Nottingham city centre and many of our roles can be offered on a hybrid or fully remote working basis – each role is different, so please refer to the advert below for further information. Our internal Wellbeing Committee and Mental Health First Aiders help ensure that our diversity is championed in a safe environment.
Producer – All Levels
Deep Silver Dambuster Studios - creators of the TimeSplitters series alongside Second Sight, Haze, Homefront: The Revolution and the number one smash hit Dead Island 2 - has an exciting opportunity for a Producer to join our highly talented Production team.
You’ll be owning the planning and delivery of features and roadmaps, seeking to maximize quality within the required constraints. We’re looking for someone that has a deep understanding of game development and the challenges it brings and can balance managing the right amount of process and planning detail with maintaining a close eye on the final product.
Role overview
You’ll be delivery focussed and in-touch with the game, being familiar with industry trend and competitor products. You will own the planning and delivery of features and departmental roadmaps, whilst remaining keenly aware of the player experience. All the while maintaining excellent relationships with departmental leads and directors.
What we can offer you
- Core hours 9.30am – 4pm, remaining hours worked flexibly
- Work options for this role – hybrid / studio based
- Relocation and visa support
- Holiday allowance that increases with service (to a maximum of 30 days plus statutory public holidays)
- Annual pay reviews
- Company pension contribution that increases with service
- Clear career progression within Deep Silver Dambuster Studios
- Studio funded learning and development opportunities
- Modern game development environment with the latest technologies
- Vibrant, modern city centre location with good transport links
- Fully subsidised gym membership with Virgin gym (Nottingham)
- Annual Christmas party and Summer Family BBQ
- Quarterly company funded cross-team events
- Free financial advice
- Employee referral bonus scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Weekly office treats, including breakfast on Monday and pastries on Friday
Responsibilities
- Own the constraints. Work with department directors and leads to make decisions and a maintain a deep understanding of how best to balance competing priorities.
- Provide feature definition to teams, removing obstacles and enabling efficient development.
- Ensure development goals are understood and communicated out to the team or other stakeholders.
- Inspire confidence through decision making and pragmatic insight.
- Own all aspects of day-to-day task planning to enable an organized and well-connected team.
- Build close relationships with Project Managers and other Producers to balance available resource and predict upcoming risks.
Requirements - Essential
- Minimum 3 years of experience in game development as a Producer or Project Manager.
- Detailed understanding of project management techniques and production practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of common project management tools such as Hansoft or Jira.
- Professional communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution.
- Passion for and insight into video games.
Requirements – Desirable
- Experience managing software engineers.
- Educated to degree level or higher.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Deep Silver Dambuster Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anyone considering their next step in their career journey with Dambuster will receive consideration without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity or paternity, or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to apply.
We operate a transparent recruitment process that removes barriers for those who require reasonable adjustments. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or onboarding process, or if you are successful in securing a position with us, please let us know what we can do to ensure your success.
