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Hi gang,<\/p>\n
This (and the following post) are about jobs at UGOBE, where I
\ncurrently work. (ugobe.com, pleoworld.com)<\/p>\n
Feel free to ask me casual questions; more official correspondence=20
\nshould go to Kareem Issa at kareem.issa@gmail.com. If you send in=20
\na resme feel free to mention our connection, however tenuous and=20
\nbridged by the decades. I’m trying to bring some ITP spirit into=20
\nthis place.<\/p>\n
-Sarah<\/p>\n
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Senior Producer =96 Job Description<\/p>\n
Job Function\/Purpose:<\/p>\n
The Senior Producer is involved in the production of multiple
\nprojects and\/or a franchise, and supports the Studio head in
\nmanaging those projects. The Senior Producer uses his or her
\nexperience on the front lines to improve production and
\norganizational processes.<\/p>\n
The Senior Producer works in all aspects of the production of a
\ngame\/character design and generally is responsible for taking=20
\nover
\nwhole sections of production. These sections can be the=20
\nmanagement
\nof particular work pipelines, such as the animation, cinematic,
\nprogramming, design, scripting, or sound pipelines. Producers
\ntrack the schedule of these pipelines, manage assets, identify
\nweaknesses, bottlenecks, and risks in the schedule, and
\ntroubleshoot communication and schedule dependency problems.
\nProducers may manage production testing, internal approvals,
\nlicensor approvals, localization, archiving, and other aspects of
\ngame production. Regardless of the Producer=92s specific=20
\nassignment,
\nfunctions usually encompass scheduling, budgeting, organizing,
\ncoordinating & managing issues and personnel.<\/p>\n
Skills needed include exceptional attention to detail and ability
\nto respond quickly to changing business needs\/timelines and
\ncompleting quality projects on time. Past experience producing
\nsuccessful games on PC and Consoles, online gaming, storytelling,
\nand content is essential. Also, experience with MMO games, online
\ncommunities, knowledge of emerging robotic technologies and=20
\nstrong
\ncommunication skills.<\/p>\n
The Senior Producer=92s role is to maintain existing and to grow=20
\nnew
\nLife Form initiatives into a successful and thriving business!=20
\nOur
\nideal candidate possesses the experience and ability to define,
\nmanage, and launch consumer electronic products. This individual
\nwill demonstrate a proven track-record of delivering high-quality
\nproducts on tight timelines. They must have experience in=20
\nmanaging
\nand tracking production budgets. Furthermore, our ideal candidate
\nwill be a forward-looking individual who has their finger on the
\npulse of technology, and the ability to identify emerging trends
\nand business opportunities. We require a senior-level producer
\nwith at least five years combined experience in game development.<\/p>\n
This job requires the ability to roll up your sleeves in
\nday-to-day production while maintaining a long vision for the
\ndirection of the product and the market.<\/p>\n
Primary Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
=95\tDriving the creative process
\n=95\tCommunicating and promoting project vision
\n=95\tWrite Functional Specifications
\n=95\tCreate and maintain development schedules
\n=95\tCreate and maintain budgets
\n=95\tObtain legal and editorial clearances
\n=95\tObtaining management approvals
\n=95\tDefine objectives and deliverables
\n=95\tIdentifying and contracting 3rd party talent
\n=95\tRisk management
\n=95\tManage the flow of assets and information between teams and=20
\nteam
\nmembers
\n=95\tCreate Quality Assurance Test Plans
\n=95\tManage the QA process
\n=95\tPrepare presentation material and demos
\n=95\tPrepare traffic and usage reports on an as-needed basis
\n=95\tCoordinate contracts and contract amendments
\nCoordinate payment of invoices for outside vendors
\n=95\tResponsible for planning, scheduling, asset sourcing, and
\nbudgeting.
\n=95\tThis person will be the center of a project team concentrating
\non building new projects based on UGOBE franchises and is
\nresponsible for optimizing existing products.
\n=95\tTasks include the organizing and stimulating the creative
\nprocess, tracking and coordinating the team=92s projects, ensuring
\ndeliverables are met in a timely manner, and reporting progress=20
\nto
\nmanagement.
\n=95\tThis person will also oversee all quality assurance testing and
\nlive content deployment.
\n=95\tThis position is central to the successful ongoing operation of
\nthese products and to maintaining the high entertainment=20
\nstandards
\nin line with the quality of all UGOBE Life Forms and creates fun
\nand outstanding end-user\/customer experiences.
\n=95\tResponsible for breaking down large or complex projects into
\nmeaningful subprojects.
\n=95\tIn addition he\/she will assimilate diverse information and
\nassessing the impact on each piece of the project as well as on
\nthe project as a whole by using project management software tools
\nto develop detailed project plans and to track status.
\n=95\tIn this position you=92ll identify all groups that may be=20
\naffected
\nby the project, and involving them =96 actively soliciting their
\ninput by holding regular meetings with the project team to=20
\ndiscuss
\nstatus, resolve issues and share information.
\nDoes this sound like you?
\n=95\tAble to work well in a milestone-driven, team development
\nenvironment
\n=95\tTechnical aptitude
\n=95\tLogical approach to the solution of problems
\n=95\tAble to work independently
\n=95\tAble to visualize and conceptualize
\n=95\tCreative and artistic personality
\n=95\tCommitment to understanding and using new technology
\n=95\tExcellent team and communication skills
\n=95\tKeen interest in robotics
\n=95\tSpent time with pets\/animals
\n=95\tWilling to travel and\/or relocate
\n=95\tFlexible in work hours
\n=95\tGenuinely intrigued by the concept of artificial life<\/p>\n
Education and Work Experience<\/p>\n
=95\tMust be passionate about games\/character development.
\n=95\tMust be willing to commit and take responsibility for projects
\nunder their supervision.
\n=95\tVery organized self-starter willing to assume responsibility.
\n=95\tAbility to lead multiple projects and teams from start to
\nfinish
\n=95\tPrevious senior-level Producer experience with game
\ndevelopment\/publisher required
\n=95\t7+ years experience in in PC or console game production and
\nfamiliarity with product management tools; additional experience
\nin MMO development a plus
\n=95\tMust have experience managing the QA process
\n=95\tA creative background is recommended, preferably in game=20
\ndesign,
\nand\/or the entertainment industry
\n=95\tCollege degree or equivalent
\n=95\tEstablished communication, people, presentation and
\norganizational skills
\n=95\tUnderstanding of Brand development very helpful
\n=95\tMust set and achieve the highest standards
\n=95\tMust be an enthusiastic game player
\n=95\tMust be deadline driven and detail-oriented =96 a strategic
\ncritical thinker who also has a high attention to detail
\n=95\tMust be able to adapt to rapidly shifting priorities in
\nfast-paced environment
\n=95\tMust be a strong, clear communicator! The ability to=20
\ncommunicate
\nwith multiple teams is required, including: marketing, sales,
\nengineering, creative, QA, and more
\n=95\tMust be able to draft excellent project briefs, content
\nspecifications, test plans, and process documents
\n=95\tSelf starter with high level of initiative
\n=95\tPassionate, committed and high level of energy
\n=95\tStrong sense of ownership and urgency
\n=95\tAbility to manage multiple projects, set priorities and meet
\ndeadlines
\n=95\tStrong verbal, written and presentation skills
\n=95\tAbility to analyze and apply data to improve results
\n=95\tTeam player
\n=95\tExcellent organizational skills<\/p>\n
Preferred:
\n=95\tProfessional or advanced degree is a bonus.
\n=95\tProven creative talent in game design.
\n=95\tDemonstrated experience shipping product at AAA level of=20
\nquality
\nin a design capacity role.
\n=95\tPrevious robotics work or hobby experience.
\n=95\tMultiplayer\/MMO development experience highly desirable.
\n=95\tA passion for games, robots and technology.<\/p>\n
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\nbe296b3d9de53741@lists.nyu.edu
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