Producer- Contraband

The Position

At Avalanche Studios Group, we are looking for a producer to join our team to work on our upcoming AAA title Contraband - a co-op smuggler’s paradise game set in the fictional world of 1970s Bayan. Contraband is a brand-new IP published by Xbox Game Studios. Avalanche Studios is the division dedicated to ambitious, externally published, AAA open-world games like the Just Cause series, Mad Max and Rage 2.

In short, as a Producer you will coordinate resources, internal and external, to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects. You will together with the Lead Producer develop schedules that translate business goals into action and act as a change agent for process improvements. You will monitor team progress and maintain the schedule to provide the Lead Producer and Executive Producer with regular updates on status and risks as required.

Responsibilities:

- Collaborating with Directors and Leads to establish long term feature schedules, milestone definitions, and phase/sprint goals
- Being a part of the team - working with the teams to overcome complex problems, identify dependencies, develop schedules, improve product quality and stay on track
- Supporting the team by running daily stand-ups, scheduling meetings, taking notes, and otherwise keeping the team stay organized and on track
- Tracking live issues affecting end users and ensure they are being followed up on and resolved
- Understanding and communicating project milestones, task deadlines, and stakeholder feedback to team members across the studio
- Anticipating, identifying, and proposing solutions for project risks and issues
- Utilizing the chosen project management software to provide metrics and visibility
- Other duties and responsibilities as defined by the manager including managing teams


Desired Experience

- Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail
- Passion for games and demonstrated experience working in the game industry
- Have 2-3 years of experience as a Producer or Development Manager
- Comprehensive understanding of game development, from concept to submission and sustained development post-launch
- Shipped at least one game title
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to focus on priorities, manage change and deliver against agreed deadlines
- Proven ability to work under rapid development cycles
- Proven ability to collaborate, coordinate, communicate and support other team members
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English


Employee promise

We provide goals, instead of instructions, and the opportunity to do the best work of your career.

Our Values

At Avalanche Studios Group, we believe in worlds beyond limits, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Everyone at Avalanche Studios Group has a shared responsibility to create an open and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated equally and with respect. Being part of our world is not contingent on where you’re from, your gender, or sexual orientation. It’s all about your passion and creativity.

How to Apply

We will only consider candidates who have submitted their CV and who can work from the office in Stockholm a few days a week.

To apply for this position please register below. Apply as soon as possible as we review applications on a rolling basis. All further information is provided under non-disclosure agreement only.