About 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 if the role requires you on-site frequently (if the role requires this, it’s outlined in the advert below). Our internal Wellbeing Committee and Mental Health First Aiders help ensure that our diversity is championed in a safe environment in our city centre studio.
Producer
Dambuster Studios - creators of the number one BAFTA-nominated smash hit Dead Island 2 - has an exciting opportunity for a Producer to join our highly talented Production team.
Role overview
You will own the planning and final delivery for components or departments contributing to the project and work with Leads and Directors to ensure that the correct work is in development at any given time. You will be expected to manage the desires and dependencies of departments or sub-groups to arrive at a quality final product. Furthermore, you will be a primary team-facing source of information on wider perspectives such as scope, risk, and high-level project information.
What we can offer you
- Core hours 9.30am – 4pm, remaining hours worked flexibly
- Relocation support to Nottingham, UK (if required)
- 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
- Company enhanced full pay for maternity leave for the first 26 weeks (to qualifying expectant mothers)
- Clear career progression within 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
- Delivery focussed & in touch with the content. Producers own the delivery of the game and are close to the game as experienced by players.
- Own the constraints. Work with departmental directors and leads to make decisions and maintain a deep understanding of how best to balance competing priorities. Aware of when to push one over the other and the impact of such decisions.
- Provide feature definition to teams, removing obstacles and enabling efficient development.
- Problem solving. Use all of your experience and techniques in your Production toolbox to turn your hand to a variety of problems. Allow the team to focus on what they do best.
- Own all aspects of planning to facilitate efficient delivery.
- Ensure development goals are understood and communicated to the team and other stakeholders.
- Inspire confidence through decision making and pragmatic insight.
- Maintain close collaboration with Project Management to generate hard data and use it for decision making.
- Work with other Producers to balance available resource and predict upcoming risks.
- Alleviate the burden of planning from the leads and directors.
- Familiar with industry trends and competitor products.
Requirements
- 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.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, both written and verbal, capable of tailoring information to different audiences and working effectively across teams.
- Passion for and insight into video games.
Equal Opportunities Statement
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.
