Job Description
Full job description
Skydance Games, a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres. Our teams are expanding beloved franchises with Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, pushing the limits of immersion, and shaping how we’ll deliver best-in-class games for years to come.
We build our games through creativity, collaboration, and trust, empowering teams to take ownership, openly share ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Every project is built with these core values, turning bold visions into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.
Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players? Come build something extraordinary with us.
For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/.
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The Lead Producer drives the development of a game title, ensuring the game produced is delivered on-time, meets the Skydance quality standard for shipment and brand integrity, while maintaining and helping to maintain the creative vision of the game.
Responsibilities
Project Management
Own the production schedule from high-level roadmaps to sprint goals and everything in between; ensure teams are aligned, deadlines are met, and budgets stay on track
Balance short-term problem solving with long-term planning, and support the team through unplanned challenges
Coordinate project scoping, requirements gathering, and milestone definitions
Work closely with project leadership to define what “done” looks like at each stage of development
Leadership and Collaboration
Foster strong communication and collaboration across disciplines
Mentor direct reports and production team
Partner with the Executive Producer to evolve production practices and grow the team’s capabilities over time
Help create a positive and sustainable development culture
Coordinate across internal and external partners (vendors, outsourcers, etc.) as needed
Manage up to studio leadership, ensuring executive team has clear and timely insights into project progress, risks, solutions, and budget
Experience and Knowledge
Adapt your approach based on team needs; you know there’s no one-size-fits-all production methodology
Collaborate with discipline leads to surface risks, identify solutions, prioritize trade-offs, and manage scope effectively
Track and troubleshoot dependencies across teams
Make sure playtesting feedback and milestone reviews are integrated into the development process
Execution and Quality
Clearly communicate team progress and evolving priorities, surfacing blockers early and pushing for clarity when plans shift
Ensure milestone content is delivered on time, at the expected level of polish, and meets internal goals
Drive processes that support sustainable, high-quality development
Communication
Champion production best practices that reflect the realities of your team, not just theory
Help the team understand what’s happening, why decisions are being made, and how their work fits into the bigger picture
Work with Directors and the Executive Producer to improve internal workflows, streamline communication, and support long-term planning
Help maintain a shared understanding of vision, goals, and priorities, at all levels of the team
Communicate with confidence and clarity, knowing when to lead the conversation and when to listen
Requirements
8+ years of experience in game production, with a history of leading cross-functional teams and shipping high-quality titles.
5+ years of managing/mentoring direct reports
Strong communication and facilitation skills; you keep things moving and make sure people have what they need to succeed
Ability to think strategically and “big picture” but also dive into the details when the situation calls for it
Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, and other project managements tools
Familiarity with Agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies, and knowing when to apply
Experience managing and mentoring other producers
Proactive mindset with a calm, constructive approach to problem-solving
Bonus: experience with outsourcing coordination
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $160,000 – $180,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
#Games #LI-hybrid
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at https://skydance.com/report-suspected-fraud/.
Skydance Games, a division of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is creating the future of interactive entertainment across platforms and genres. Our teams are expanding beloved franchises with Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, pushing the limits of immersion, and shaping how we’ll deliver best-in-class games for years to come.
We build our games through creativity, collaboration, and trust, empowering teams to take ownership, openly share ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Every project is built with these core values, turning bold visions into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.
Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players? Come build something extraordinary with us.
For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/.
-
The Lead Producer drives the development of a game title, ensuring the game produced is delivered on-time, meets the Skydance quality standard for shipment and brand integrity, while maintaining and helping to maintain the creative vision of the game.
Responsibilities
Project Management
Own the production schedule from high-level roadmaps to sprint goals and everything in between; ensure teams are aligned, deadlines are met, and budgets stay on track
Balance short-term problem solving with long-term planning, and support the team through unplanned challenges
Coordinate project scoping, requirements gathering, and milestone definitions
Work closely with project leadership to define what “done” looks like at each stage of development
Leadership and Collaboration
Foster strong communication and collaboration across disciplines
Mentor direct reports and production team
Partner with the Executive Producer to evolve production practices and grow the team’s capabilities over time
Help create a positive and sustainable development culture
Coordinate across internal and external partners (vendors, outsourcers, etc.) as needed
Manage up to studio leadership, ensuring executive team has clear and timely insights into project progress, risks, solutions, and budget
Experience and Knowledge
Adapt your approach based on team needs; you know there’s no one-size-fits-all production methodology
Collaborate with discipline leads to surface risks, identify solutions, prioritize trade-offs, and manage scope effectively
Track and troubleshoot dependencies across teams
Make sure playtesting feedback and milestone reviews are integrated into the development process
Execution and Quality
Clearly communicate team progress and evolving priorities, surfacing blockers early and pushing for clarity when plans shift
Ensure milestone content is delivered on time, at the expected level of polish, and meets internal goals
Drive processes that support sustainable, high-quality development
Communication
Champion production best practices that reflect the realities of your team, not just theory
Help the team understand what’s happening, why decisions are being made, and how their work fits into the bigger picture
Work with Directors and the Executive Producer to improve internal workflows, streamline communication, and support long-term planning
Help maintain a shared understanding of vision, goals, and priorities, at all levels of the team
Communicate with confidence and clarity, knowing when to lead the conversation and when to listen
Requirements
8+ years of experience in game production, with a history of leading cross-functional teams and shipping high-quality titles.
5+ years of managing/mentoring direct reports
Strong communication and facilitation skills; you keep things moving and make sure people have what they need to succeed
Ability to think strategically and “big picture” but also dive into the details when the situation calls for it
Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, and other project managements tools
Familiarity with Agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies, and knowing when to apply
Experience managing and mentoring other producers
Proactive mindset with a calm, constructive approach to problem-solving
Bonus: experience with outsourcing coordination
The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $160,000 – $180,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
#Games #LI-hybrid
Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at https://skydance.com/report-suspected-fraud/.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lead Producer position is now open for candidates interested in the Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services is a plus.