Publishing Producer - China Publishing (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Publishing Producer - China Publishing (Gamedev): Responsible for the launch of mobile and PC games in China, partnering with overseas developers and ensuring high-quality releases on schedule. Focus on achieving revenue targets, navigating Chinese gaming regulations (including ISBN compliance), and bridging global and local teams for seamless execution.

Company

Yodo1 doesn’t just grow games—they help turn them into household names, providing the systems, partnerships, and global reach that help visionary developers build worlds players will return to for decades.

What you will do

• Mastermind and execute the end-to-end launch strategy for new mobile games in China.
• Set and achieve revenue targets for products in the China market.
• Serve as the company's source of truth for the technical, content, and operational requirements of key China channels.
• Manage the entire submission, review, and approval lifecycle for each game build.
• Proactively identify project risks, dependencies, and regulatory changes that could impact launch timelines.
• Function as the key communication liaison between international development studios and China-based partners.

Requirements

• Proven track record launching and managing multiple mobile games on mainland Chinese app stores.
• Expert knowledge of Chinese App channels, submission processes, technical requirements, review guidelines, and back-end portals.
• Deep knowledge of the Chinese mobile gaming market, including player trends, monetization strategies, and competitor activities.
• Strong working knowledge of the Chinese gaming regulatory landscape, including the ISBN application process, anti-addiction system requirements, and content compliance standards.
• Bilingual Fluency: Professional verbal and written communication skills in both Mandarin Chinese and English are essential for this role.
• At least 3 years of experience in a game producer, publishing manager, or project manager role within the mobile games industry.

Nice to have

• Established professional relationships with contacts at major Chinese publishing channels.
• Experience working with Western or international development teams to adapt and publish their games for the Chinese market.
• A technical background or a strong understanding of mobile SDKs, APIs, and client-server architecture.

Culture & Benefits

• Work from anywhere in the world, travel when and where you like, get paid in your currency of choice, and enjoy flexible hours and unlimited paid time off.
• Work with an energetic, fast-learning, supportive, and diverse team of Yodies across six continents and 30+ countries who share and support new ideas and get things done.
• Company provides an allowance to purchase your own device or equipment.
• Company offers variable compensation through annual bonus program.
• Company offers an environment where you will have the trust and freedom to try, fail, learn fast, and make a real impact while accelerating your career.