Job Description :JOB TITLE :Production Director, Blizzard EntertainmentLOCATION : Barcelona, SpainAt Blizzard, we craft genre-defining games and legendary worlds for all to share.
Through unparalleled creativity and storytelling, we create immersive universes and iconic characters that are beloved across platforms, borders, backgrounds, and generations only made possible by building a work environment that nurtures the artistry of game development and unleashes the aspirations of our people.Are you passionate about creating exceptional games that captivate players?
Do you have a deep understanding of game development and a desire to lead teams toward success?If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become the Production Director for an unannounced game being developed at Blizzard Entertainment!
In this position, you will play a crucial role in driving production.RESPONSIBILITIESLead the production efforts, overseeing the entire development lifecycle from inception to postlaunch support.Establish and maintain production pipelines, procedures, and tools that optimize development processes and facilitate seamless collaboration.Plan and lead project schedules, milestones, and prioritization in collaboration with internal and external development teams.Manage short-term and long-term resource and budget planning by working with the executive producer and the finance team.Cultivate effective communication and collaboration between departments, addressing roadblocks and ensuring alignment.Develop scalable processes for project scheduling, prioritization, task tracking, and problem solving to achieve results while maintaining high standards of quality.Stay updated on industry trends and development methodologies to build an outstanding production culture.Foster a creative environment, encourage and empower the production team, resolve personnel challenges, and promote a culture of success.Mentor and guide the production team in defining and achieving their career goals.PLAYER PROFILEStrong organizational development capabilities with experience structuring teams to align with desired product outcomes.In-depth understanding of game development subject areas and pipelines, particularly in relation to AAA games and production.Self-motivated and proactive, comfortable with ambiguity, and driven to build structure and order within the production process.Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment, leading multiple sophisticated initiatives with various partners and teams.Highly adaptable and capable of navigating constantly evolving conditions in the game development industry.Proven track record of growing, guiding, and encouraging production teams to achieve their full potential.Proven ability to coach and mentor employees at all levels of the organization.Experienced in working with supporting and service teams such as marketing, legal, finance, creative, HR etc.Familiarity with localization, quality assurance, submission, and build processes in game development.Deep passion for playing and creating games.Extensive production experience.Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.EXTRA POINTSExperience leading development efforts for live-service games.Working knowledge of industry-standard development pipelines and technology platforms.Strong understanding of the game market and industry trends.International game or business experience.Join us in shaping the future of an unannounced game and delivering exceptional experiences to our passionate player community.If you are ready to embrace this challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our talented team!We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry.
Not sure you meet all the qualifications?Let us decide!
Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do!
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.OUR WORLDAt Blizzard Entertainment, we pour our hearts and souls into everything we create.
Best known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, and StarCraft, we have been creating genre-defining games for millions of players around the world for more than 30 years.We're on a quest :bring our dreams to life and craft the most epic entertainment experiences ever.
Hard work, iteration, and polish go into the Blizzard secret recipe, but the most important ingredients come from talented people who share our vision.If that sounds like you, join us.The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve.
As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr