Senior Games Producer - Cartoon Network

Description

About Cartoon Network Games
Cartoon Network Games is home to a passionate group of game makers bound by a singular ambition to make THE BEST animation-inspired games out there. Inspired by the humor and freshness of the characters and worlds we build as a part of Cartoon Network Studios, we strive every day to make the funniest, most unique, and most compelling games for kids and fans of all ages. This passion and enthusiasm for the games we make is visible not just in our string of critically-acclaimed games, but it is clear in the halls, the meeting rooms, and in every conversation we have here, attracting talented people into our world and making Cartoon Network Games much more than a place to work.

Cartoon Network is part of TBS, Inc., a division of Time Warner along with our sister companies, HBO and Warner Brothers. For more information, please visit:www.cartoonnetwork.com 

What part will you play?
The Sr. Games Producer will work in partnership with the Director, Games Production to help manage the day-to-day operations of the game development pipeline. 

What will you be doing?

• Responsible for managing large-scale game products across various platforms from initiation to completion for our direct-to-consumer, licensed and ad-supported games.
• Serve as a driving force for production, facilitating communication, organization, and accountability across each department. Responsible for resolving issues responsibly.
• Assist in establishing milestones and game requirements.
• Work with key stakeholders to tightly define project requirements for all phases of the project.
• Work with the creative team to establish clear vision for the game.
• Identify and track at-risk aspects of development, guiding them to successful completion and deployment.
• Own and create both the daily and long-term schedules and updates for the team, ensuring that goals and deadlines are clearly communicated outward.
• Create, track and manage all tasks and ensure that schedules are maintained and adjusted accordingly for all up-coming releases and deadlines.
• Work with developers to ensure that their tasks are broken down and time estimates are routinely provided.
• Schedule and attend meetings as required; take clear and concise notes and distribute them to the appropriate parties.
• Manage the entire game development cycle from creative concepts to development to release.
• Review and test builds as they become available to make sure the game is on track and meeting expectations.
• Note bugs as well as refinement/updates which might be needed.
• Work closely with QA and developers to schedule and test the various builds in preparation for launch, as well as manage bug database.
• Assist with localization efforts for direct-to-consumer products.
• Be able to effectively demo the game internally and externally to communicate status with intended audiences and assist marketing with positioning for promo materials.
• Ensure that the right version of the game and all necessary support materials are submitted in a timely basis for launch to the appropriate store fronts.
• Closely monitor user feedback to determine what hot fixes are needed if necessary.
• Work with game developer to get hot fixes in place, tested and submitted.
• Use feedback to determine future update requirements.
• Holds weekly status meetings to ensure projects are on track and help assist with any roadblocks.
• Assist with developing/refining production team processes and procedures.
• Oversees 2+ direct reports.
• Responsible for assigning projects based on current strengths and growth opportunities.

What do we require of you?

• 8+ years project management experience.
• Technical knowledge of digital platforms.
• Direct experience with developing and launching games across multiple platforms: console, mobile, handheld and PC.
• Microsoft Office and Project competency.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, Unity and other game engines is a plus.
• Bachelors degree required.

Why Cartoon Network?

• Our company culture motto is More Fun, Less Fear, All in.
• Relaxed, campus-like atmosphere and a supportive environment that values creativity in all avenues
• More than 45 years’ experience as a leader in the broadcasting industry
• 2015 Best Company for Working Mothers

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