Executive Producer

Zynga • Austin, TX

287d • $183,800 - $272,000

About The Position

Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games. We are seeking a passionate, motivated, expert Executive Producer to help us manage our live games and launch new ones. This role will be responsible for navigating a full free-to-play business model and determining the strategic elements needed for the title to be an ongoing success. The ideal candidate will have experience managing a large team and a good understanding of leadership, management, communication, diplomacy, and production practices.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience leading and guiding multidisciplinary teams through all stages of development with at least 2 games shipped as Executive Producer, Development Director, or Game Director.
• Mobile experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of and fluency in the game development process.
• Able to motivate, support, and guide others to attain successful outcomes and business objectives.
• Experience with various project management tools; Jira is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong analytical skills, along with a keen attention to detail.
• Problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Work with key reports to create an organizational structure, processes, and project plan that allow the team to produce high quality work efficiently on time and on budget.
• Work collaboratively to proactively get results and outcomes.
• Passionately articulate goals and team principles to help form a stimulating and fun work environment and culture.
• Identify and help guide the team around potential hazards that come up through the normal game development process.
• Define and set best practices and ensure they are communicated across the team.
• Help the game team navigate all stages of the development process.
• Build and strengthen communication between teams and locations.
• Own quality of the product and be the player advocate to the team.
• Effectively communicate the core experience of your game to other parts of the Zynga organization.
• Be flexible and adaptable.

Benefits

• World-class benefits package including medical, financial, and other benefits.
• Bonus and/or equity awards may be included in the total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries