Production Manager

Steamforged Games Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

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Operations Director at Steamforged Games Ltd

WHO ARE STEAMFORGED?

Founded 10 years ago in the corner of a hobby gaming store, Steamforged has grown into a leading tabletop game studio and publisher based in Manchester, UK.

Together, our dedicated, hybrid team works to deliver diverse tabletop worlds that resonate with and ignite the imaginations of players everywhere. From board games to miniature games, and from fantasy to horror, we do it all.

Our journey started with Guild Ball, a medieval mob football skirmish game. Since then, Steamforged has become a recognised name in the industry and is now the UK leader in adapting triple-A video games for the tabletop, from Elden Ring to Monster Hunter: World.

Join us and be part of a passionate team that continues to push boundaries in the tabletop space, creating memorable experiences for players worldwide. While qualifications and experience are valuable, the proactive attitude, the ability to adapt, and the zeal to constantly learn and grow truly resonate with us.

If you're a team player with a can-do spirit, always looking for ways to innovate and improve, you're exactly who we're looking for.

WHAT’S THE ROLE?

As a Production Manager at Steamforged Games, you are responsible for the delivery of products from a game in development to on-shelf launch, a key player for the culture and productivity of the whole team. Through centralised planning and providing links between the various teams, the ideal candidate will be able to balance schedule needs with creative goals, always pushing for quality and innovation while managing both budget and time. You will be part of the game production process from the beginning, working alongside game developers and designers, helping to plan, organise and coordinate the timeline and resources required for your projects, deliver the manufacturing solution and manage the budget and finance according to the overall business plan.

Working within the Steamforged Production Team, reporting to the Operations Director, you will execute the vision and requirements of multiple projects. Requiring many traits, but above all stands self-starting, teamwork, and dedication to on-time delivery of excellence. Co-ordinating the efforts of a virtual team is a big responsibility; the Production Manager needs to be both focused and agile in navigating the complexities of the creative and production cycles.

Key responsibility will be the ownership and communication of a production plan that co-ordinates products from concept through to release. Success will be measured through the ongoing management and communication of the schedule as well as the ultimate delivery of projects within agreed project constraints. The role will include, but not be limited to the following duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a suitable schedule for Steamforged Games products from handover by development team through to delivery.
• Ensure that each product is hitting its quality and “fun” goals while actively managing the schedule and deliverables.
• Facilitate communication across the team; clearly communicate tasks and responsibilities to staff & ensure timely delivery.
• Co-ordinate efforts across a cross-functional team including groups as diverse as: Development, Studio, Marketing, Localisation, Licensing, Legal, and more.
• Manage day-to-day production tasks; draw on experience and excellent work practices to coordinate and orchestrate resources and tasks according to priorities.
• Provide regular status updates to the various Steamforged Games teams.
• Identify potential areas of risk, create/execute mitigation plans before issues happen, and keep the team operating at a high level of productivity.
• Establish and document sustainable processes and tools to drive success.

Skills and Qualifications

With at least 2 years’ experience working in a physical games production environment or being a keen gamer/hobbyist, you must display the following skills and qualifications:

• Exceptional Organisational Skills.
• Strong Communication Skills both with internal teams and external parties, especially with supply chain.
• Successful Experience in managing product life cycles, ideally games or another form of entertainment product, with a focus on miniature games production would be an added bonus.
• Experience working with international manufacturers, have great understanding of production process.
• Experienced in implementing team processes, utilising various tools and platforms, including Monday.com, Google Drive, Microsoft Excel and other software packages where required.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE - #TEAMFORGED BENEFITS

• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working. You’ll have the option to mainly work from home, with occasional visits to our Manchester office. If you’re Essex-based, you can also work from our Essex office. The ideal candidate will be within commuting distance of either Essex or Manchester, UK.
• Secure your financial future with our pension contribution matching.
• Get a generous staff discount on our games.
• Prioritise your health and wellness with our comprehensive Vitality Health Package.
• Enjoy automatic, seasonal annual leave. Steamforged has a company-wide winter break between Christmas and New Year. This means you’ll get all working days from December 25th to January 1st inclusive as an automatic, extra holiday each year, on top of your usual annual leave allowance.

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

If the answer is yes, please send your latest CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to [e-mail] with the subject line “Production Manager”. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Note: This position is available for remote or office-based work at our Manchester office. Applicants must be located in the UK.

At Steamforged Games, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We celebrate differences and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Retail