Senior Producer, Mission - Unannounced Game at Activision-Blizzard

Irvine, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
GamingIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of AAA game development experience in a production role or combination of education and applicable experience
  • Must have shipped at least one AAA game as a producer or equivalent role
  • Experience supporting product teams to deliver in-game mission/campaign assets at AAA scale and quality
  • Experience working with different project management methodologies (i.e. Sprint, Agile, Kanban) and can identify which methodology is best suited for the different needs of the project
  • Strong product approach, passionate about delivering an extraordinary experience to our players
  • Ability to work under stress and help your team members to navigate various challenges and achieve positive results
  • Strong prioritization skills, both for your own work and for the team
  • Persistent self-motivation, self-organization, optimism, and initiative
  • Calm and deliberate within a highly dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Up to date with the razor’s edge of industry trends including new game genres, new game development methodologies, and emergent technology
  • Experience using JIRA and Confluence

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the mission team product owner to set achievable, strategic goals each quarter and sprint
  • Partner with supported teams to build and refine a product backlog that aligns with the project’s larger strategic release goals
  • Produce the cross-discipline mission team, empowering them to deliver against annual, quarterly, and sprint goals
  • Drive the definition and engagement of a list of key collaborators for each product team, ensuring their feedback empowers an iterative loop of continuous improvement
  • Facilitate team ceremonies applying agile methodologies, such as, but not limited to, standups, sprint/milestone planning and reviews, playtests, and vision-setting
  • Create alignment between partners and facilitate the flow of information to achieve a shared understanding of the goals and results within the project
  • Proactively identify gaps, roadblocks, and bottlenecks that may prevent the team from achieving their goals in a timely manner
  • Exemplify reliability, accountability, and professionalism in all work-related interactions

Skills

Agile Methodologies
Sprint Planning
Standups
Playtesting
Product Backlog
Cross-functional Teams
Game Production
Team Facilitation

Activision-Blizzard

Develops and publishes interactive video games

About Activision-Blizzard

Activision Blizzard develops and publishes video games, creating popular franchises like World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, and Candy Crush. Their games are available on various platforms and cater to a wide range of players, from casual mobile users to serious console and PC gamers. The company generates revenue through game sales, in-game purchases, subscriptions for games like World of Warcraft, and advertising through Activision Blizzard Media. They also profit from merchandise and esports events. What sets Activision Blizzard apart from competitors is its focus on high-quality gaming experiences that promote community and social interaction among players. The company's goal is to provide engaging and immersive entertainment that connects gamers worldwide.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$975MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Entertainment, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
Relocation Assistance

Risks

Employee morale issues due to layoffs could affect productivity and innovation.
Backlash from the Microsoft acquisition may impact game development and community trust.
Loss of key talent to competitors could weaken strategic capabilities.

Differentiation

Activision Blizzard boasts iconic franchises like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft.
The company excels in cross-platform play, enhancing player engagement and retention.
Activision Blizzard's esports division capitalizes on growing viewership and sponsorships.

Upsides

Microsoft's acquisition could provide resources for innovation and expansion.
Cloud gaming services offer a broader audience without high-end hardware needs.
Augmented reality gaming experiences present new opportunities for franchise expansion.

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