OverviewSMG Studio is looking for an experienced Game Producer.
We would start with an initial 3-6 month trial and look to progress to longer after that.We're mostly working from home, but have office locations in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne you could work from.
This role can be done remotely.
Although for this role we will require a large crossover (6hrs) on Sydney's timezone 9:30am-6:00pm.This is a role where you will make a difference and you'll be able to have a sense of ownership and pride in the output of the studio.Our eclectic mix of games (Moving Out, SP!NG, No Way Home, RISK, Thumb Drift, Death Squared, OTTTD, One More Line and One More Dash) showcase how we don't like to rest on our laurels.
We enjoy making unique, mechanically driven titles that are fun for everyone to play.You are:Highly organisedWork well as a teamHave an eye for quality with the intent on making things betterA valuable listener and can communicate ideas and opinions and explain complex systems in a clear and concise mannerA problem solver and strategic thinkerSomeone who gets stuff done with limited oversightHave an in-depth knowledge and passion for games.
Mobile games, console games, even board gamesSomeone who knows how to wrangle a spreadsheet (asset pipeline, production co-ordination, analytics, analytics etc) for the forces of goodSomeone who can manage multiple tasks with easeSomeone who makes themselves indispensableHumble and level headed with a sense of humourAble to remain cool under pressure and work to deadlines in fast-paced scenariosAustralian permanent resident.
We will consider those who require a 457/TSS VISA but this requires someone specialYou have:A strong understanding of Agile methodologies with hands-on experience managing technical and digital projectsExperience managing, reviewing, and analysing budgets and resources.
Also including project scope, reporting and schedulingFluency across production tools (Atlassian, Google Suite, Slack etc)Bonus points for any of the following:Experience working in digital agency, ecommerce or other tech company (The founders are all ex-digital advertising agency)Experience using Jira or SlackA score of over 100 in One More LineExperience coding, writing, 3D, photography or any creative fieldAn interest in boardgamesPrior employment at a large or small game developerWorked on the development & deployment of a console title (Switch, Xbox, Playstation)Worked on the development & deployment of a Steam titleYour duties will include, but not limited to:Lead and coordinate a cross-disciplinary team through all production phases to ensure project goals, milestones and deliverables are achievedServe as a main point of contact for the project team, stakeholders and managementBuild and maintain project backlogs, roadmaps, schedules and other key project management artifacts across our titles and prototypesCrush those blockers!
Identify, escalate and help your team clear potential blockers that could affect timeline, sequencing or qualityManage change and evaluate risk and assess impact on project deliveryDocumenting the outcomes of meetings and allocating and enforcing actions on the teamOrganise and document beta testing rounds both local and remotelyLiaise with our 3rd-party production partnersMonitoring analytics and escalating issues and insights as neededProactively contribute to the improvement of our production and development processes and tools through knowledge sharing and best practicesHelp coach, train and support less experienced members of the project management team, both direct and indirect reportsPerks & BenefitsRemuneration based on experience5 weeks annual leave after 2 years (start with 4 weeks)10 days sick/carer's leaveIncreased paid primary carer's leave from 12 weeks to 16 weeksSuperannuation is paid on any unpaid leave (up to 52 weeks)Increased paid secondary carer's leave from 2 weeks to 4 weeksLearning workshops across a variety of topics (Project Management, Resilience & Stress Management and Time Management)One day a year paid charity volunteer day (One Day for Change)Three additional wellness days taken as a teamFree counselling.
Employee Assistance Program, 24 hours | 7 daysHealth insurance discounts from Medibank PrivateDiverse, under-represented people encouraged to apply.
We're happy to supply feedback on your application if you request it.Powered by JazzHRSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries: Internet Publishing
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📌 Mid-Senior Producer / Project Manager
🏢 Smg Studio
📍 Sydney