Production Manager

ARRISE is a global leader in software development and services for the iGaming industry, and they are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee their new US-based game studio. The role involves managing the game development process, mentoring the production team, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality games.

Responsibilities:

• Own the studio’s game development roadmap, in terms of game delivery and quality
• Manage, mentor, and grow the production team to meet the goals of the studio and its members
• Support the production team and provide ongoing production support through all stages of the game development lifecycle, coordinating across internal and external teams to ensure that all stakeholders are aligned
• Help establish and enforce production best practices, processes, and metrics across game projects
• Analyze KPI data and provide solutions that target desired changes
• Track, review, and discuss production priorities, timelines, and scope with the studio’s General Manager and each team’s Game Designer
• Playtest and provide feedback on game math, mechanics, game flow, and visual presentation with an eye toward creating the best player experience possible
• Regularly play competitors’ games in the iGaming and land-based spaces to stay abreast of industry trends and new mechanics

Requirements:

• 5+ years of production experience with real-money slot games for iGaming or land-based markets
• Experience leading and managing teams in a game development environment
• Degree in Game Production, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of the game development lifecycle and game production methodologies and the ability to teach and implement production methods across teams and disciplines
• Strong project management skills including proficiency with project management tools such as JIRA
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially the ability to clearly communicate complex and technical concepts to stakeholders across the globe
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging game mechanics, and player expectations
• Be able to confidently coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Be able to move comfortably between strategic and detailed levels
• Bring strong organization and structure to a fast-moving environment
• Have excellent problem-solving skills
• Provide, accept, and act on feedback constructively