Head of Production

Aspyr Media, Inc.•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Aspyr is a leading game publisher and developer, bringing the world's biggest franchises and bold new projects to players everywhere. Since 1996, we’ve published over 200 games and our team is dedicated to bringing beloved franchises like Tomb Raider and Star Wars to new and familiar audiences across all platforms. We focus on collaboration and creativity, crafting high-quality, engaging games that leave a lasting impact on players worldwide.

Requirements

Reporting directly to the VP of Operations.
Over 12 years of game development experience in production.
Previous roles include Lead Producer, Executive Producer or Production Director.
Exceptional communication skills, fostering effective collaboration across diverse development disciplines.
Demonstrated ability to self-prioritize and execute tasks autonomously, setting a benchmark for excellence.
Proven track record of production experience that demonstrates concurrent management of multiple projects while consistently meeting deadlines and budgets with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
In-depth understanding of various production methodologies, enabling efficient project management practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification

Responsibilities

Ensure the timely delivery and impeccable quality of games.
Oversee the identification, selection, negotiation, and ongoing management of external game developers and third parties.
Manage a team of game producers.
Maintain oversight of all projects handled by the team, ensuring clear communication of product goals, project progress, quality, and any associated risks.
Responsible for project communication and reporting with stakeholders and executive management, as well as external stakeholders.
Partner with Senior Management to implement product features, driving alignment with strategic objectives.
Manage and develop a team of producers, fostering their growth and advancement within the organization.
Oversee project schedules to ensure timely delivery while upholding quality standards.
Own the roadmap from a cost and budget perspective, ensuring fiscal responsibility throughout the production process.
Identify, manage, and mitigate operational and project risks, ensuring smooth project execution.
Act as the primary liaison with external partners, ensuring clarity and collaboration for successful project outcomes.
Provide consistent and clear updates on project status to stakeholders, maintaining transparency and alignment.
Partner with various business departments to ensure overall team and project success.
Identify, assign, and track the resolution of development and operational issues, driving projects to completion.
Address complex challenges, balancing priorities across teams and disciplines to achieve optimal outcomes.