Warner Bros. Games is seeking a Vice President, Product Development to lead their publishing producers and product managers, partnering with internal and external studios to support the development of games across the DC and Mortal Kombat franchises. The role is responsible for ensuring the successful launch and live operations of a portfolio of video games across all platforms, driving innovation, healthy content plans, strong game economies, and robust operations.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in the video game industry, with at least 5 years in leadership roles managing production, product or development teams.
- Proven track record of launching and operating successful games, with prior experience in console/pc and recent experience in Free-To-Play mobile.
- Strong knowledge of game development processes, live ops best practices, player engagement strategies.
- Analytical mindset with experience using data to inform decisions and guide product strategy.
- In depth understanding of game economies and live game services, especially mobile Free-to-Play.
- Strong organization, project management and problem-solving skills.
- Computer Skills: fluency with MS Office and a suite of project management tools (e.g. Trello, Jira, Confluence, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Leads publishing readiness for assigned franchises, ensuring cross-functional stakeholders (e.g. marketing, UA, comms, QA, localization, customer support, digital storefronts, etc.) are aligned and executing effectively.
- Supports internal and external studios in delivering profitable, critically-acclaimed games.
- Manages the milestone review process and works with studios and publishing stakeholders to prepare for transparent product reviews and greenlight meetings.
- Leads product managers in supporting studios with the development of healthy game economies and robust live services that will drive long-term player engagement and satisfaction.
- Helps drive the creation of comprehensive product franchise plans in conjunction with studios, marketing, and senior management that will expand the fanbase and propel growth in each franchise.
- Works closely with studios to ensure Product Vision and Goals are well-defined and achievable according to parameters set during the WB Games Green Light Process.
- Serve in a unique cross-group role to ensure all live services functions required to launch and sustain a digital product are well organized, timely and efficient.
Other
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Passion for games and a deep understanding of player behavior, market dynamics, and competitive landscape.
- Experience effectively working with creative talent, IP holders and cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
- Effective negotiation skills with good commercial instincts.
- Travel required
