Game Producer

Game Producer Mobile F2P Casual Games

Location: [Bangalore]
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Game Producer to join our team and drive the development of engaging mobile free-to-play (F2P) casual games designed for a Western audience. If you excel in managing multidisciplinary teams, thrive on creating seamless workflows, and have a passion for delivering high-quality games, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Own the game development lifecycle from concept to release and live operations.
• Plan and manage project milestones, deliverables, and timelines using Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA.
• Define and enforce clear production goals, schedules, and quality standards.

Team Coordination:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, development, art, and marketing, to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Facilitate team communication, ensuring transparency and a smooth workflow across all departments.
• Resolve roadblocks and maintain team focus and productivity.

Vendor and Outsourcing Management:

• Manage art outsourcing vendors, ensuring timely delivery and quality alignment with the project vision.
• Evaluate vendor capabilities, negotiate contracts, and maintain strong relationships.

F2P Casual Game Expertise:

• Guide the team in developing features, mechanics, and monetization strategies tailored for Western audiences in the casual gaming market.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as retention, engagement, and revenue to drive improvements in live operations.

Process Improvement:

• Implement and refine Agile workflows to improve team efficiency and output.
• Introduce best practices for task prioritization, risk management, and issue resolution.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed project documentation, including status updates, sprint reports, and risk assessments.
• Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements:

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a Game Producer or Project Manager in mobile F2P casual games.
• Proven track record of shipping successful titles targeting Western audiences.
• Experience managing art outsourcing vendors for mobile games.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence, or similar project management software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the nuances of casual game design, player behavior, and monetization strategies.

Technical Knowledge:

• Understanding of game development pipelines for mobile platforms (iOS/Android).
• Knowledge of asset production, including 2D/3D art workflows, is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering results under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in live operations for F2P games.
• Familiarity with analytics tools for game performance monitoring.
• Previous exposure to international markets, particularly Western players.

Please note: This position is for one of Playdawn's clients, and successful candidates will be hired directly by the client, not by Playdawn.

Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal access to opportunities, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. They believe that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, and they strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success.