Producer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Producer (Gamedev): Managing outsourcing pipelines, vendor relationships, contracts, and budgets for a global game portfolio with an accent on operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration. Focus on driving project delivery, mitigating schedule risks, and aligning internal studio needs with external service providers.

Location: Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Toronto, Canada

Compensation: $71,400 – $108,000 per year (varies by location and experience)

Company

A global leader in interactive entertainment and a label of Take-Two Interactive, connecting players worldwide through a diverse portfolio of popular mobile games.

What you will do

• Manage outsourcing pipelines for multiple game studios, overseeing 5–8 active projects simultaneously.
• Negotiate vendor rates, pricing structures, and contract terms to ensure project alignment and cost-efficiency.
• Draft and review vendor contracts and statements of work (SOWs) while identifying legal and business risks.
• Forecast budgets, track spend, and provide detailed financial analysis to the Executive Producer.
• Collaborate with central departments including Legal, Finance, Procurement, and IT to streamline processes.
• Support and mentor Associate Producers while fostering a positive team culture across a distributed environment.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of production or project management experience in the game industry or a related creative/tech field.
• Proven ability to manage project plans, schedules, and deliverables independently.
• Strong financial literacy with experience in budget forecasting and vendor pricing methodologies.
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and SOWs.
• Proficiency in Excel and project tracking tools like Jira, Asana, or Smartsheet.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust across distributed, cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Outsourcing or external development experience.
• Familiarity with the full game development lifecycle.
• Experience with contract management and procurement systems like Ironclad or Coupa.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision).
• Generous paid time off including 14 holidays, vacation time, and sick leave.
• Paid parental and compassionate leave.
• Wellbeing programs, mental health support, and family planning assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) plan eligibility.