Hybrid Executive Producer

at Skydance

• Job title: Executive Producer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $220,000 - $250,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Los Angeles, United States

About the role

• Executive Producer leading the development of cutting-edge interactive games at Skydance Games. Collaborating with teams to translate creative vision into engaging player experiences.

Responsibilities

• Own the full production lifecycle of the project, from concept through launch and beyond.
• Bring production vision to the table, partnering closely with the Game Director to translate creative vision into actionable production plans, milestone definitions, and long-term roadmaps.
• Build adaptable processes that support the team’s needs as the project evolves, establishing strong fundamentals while staying adaptable.
• Manage project budgets and forecasts in collaboration with studio leadership, ensuring resources are aligned with priorities.
• Lead and mentor the production team, setting clear expectations and fostering growth.
• Build strong relationships across disciplines and with external partners, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities.
• Communicate openly across the team and with studio leadership, providing transparency on progress, risks, and solutions.
• Model calm, decisive leadership that supports both quality results and a healthy, sustainable development culture.
• Champion production best practices that reflect the realities of the team, not just theory.
• Collaborate with discipline leads to surface risks, identify solutions, prioritize trade-offs, and manage scope effectively.
• Use playtests, data, and player feedback to inform planning, iteration, and long-term development goals.
• Partner with Directors and the Executive Producer to improve internal workflows, streamline communication, and support long-term planning.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in game production, with a proven track record of shipping high-quality titles.
• 5+ years of managing/mentoring direct reports.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to align diverse groups around shared goals.
• Experienced in co-development and outsourcing.
• Ability to think strategically and “big picture” but also dive into the details when the situation calls for it.
• Skilled in Agile, hybrid, and waterfall production methodologies, with the judgment to apply the right approach at the right time.
• Proficiency with production tools such as Jira, Confluence, and other project management platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile, hybrid, and waterfall methodologies, and knowing when to apply
• Experience managing and mentoring other producers
• Passion for games, curiosity about emerging trends, and commitment to delivering amazing experiences!