As our studio expands and the scope of our projects increases, Black Shamrock are seeking an Executive Producer to oversee a large project with multiple mandates across different Virtuos studios. 

This is an ambitious project with considerable technical, creative and production challenges. 

We are seeking a candidate with excellent communication and organization skills as well as strong knowledge of AAA game development and best practices in game production.

What you should have: 

• Shipped at least 2 successful AAA games in a production management role.
• Highly responsible, self-directed, detail oriented problem solver with a desire to contribute to a creative environment.
• Outstanding organization, communication and exceptional management skills/leadership.
• Exceptional project management practices and software including Excel, PowerPoint, Hansoft/Jira and Word.
• Working knowledge of SCRUM and Agile practices.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively within a large project across multiple locations.
• Previous porting experience, preferably to gen 9.
• Knowledge of technical issues in game development.
• Strong interpersonal skills, utilizing both oral and written communication.
• Proactive and positive attitude with the willingness to support the team and project.
• Strong leadership skills, able to drive various functions (e.g. Design, Art, Engineering) through the whole development process.
• Fluent English language skills.

What you will do: 

• Lead a large project across multiple studios and disciplines and oversee a team of producers assigned to this project across these studios.
• Be a key leader/contributor to the development team and responsible for identifying and resolving issues across studios and between Virtuos and the client.
• Develop trust and secure buy-in from multiple teams including key members of the client’s team, the development team and the business development team.
• Manage the production to ensure deliverables match the expectations and quality of the client.
• Oversee milestone content and realistic production schedules in coordination with team leads and management, across multiple locations.
• Manage change – ensuring project scope is adhered to, controlling feature creep, ensuring project is delivered in accordance with expectations, and project budget changes if necessary.
• Continuously assess risk and keep the scope of the project in line with budget and schedule.
• Manage day to day communication of matters regarding schedule, budget, change and risk with the client and internal stakeholders and make recommendations accordingly.
• Ensure that each Producer on your team is working from a tracked schedule and has a strong sense of ownership, responsibility and accountability for the quality and timeliness of their contribution.
• Ensure excellent communication, positive working relationships and teamwork across all studios within the development team and across disciplines.
• Possess the ability to leverage your position to manage effectively during busy periods, paying special attention to the efficiency, velocity and progress of the project.

What We Offer: 

• Company Healthcare Plan – from day one!
• Eligibility to join Occupational Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements – healthy work-life balance.
• PTO Days for Wellness and Sickness.
• Training and Skill Development Opportunities.
• Wellness Initiatives and Workshops.
• Charity Events, Social Events and Participation in Community Engagement Schemes.