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Associate Producer
4 years ago
Job Description
Ubisoft Toronto Inc.
224 Wallace Avenue. M6H 1V7
Toronto, Ontario
www.toronto.ubisoft.com
Location of position: Toronto, Ontario
Our Mission
Ubisoft is committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore, and discover new possibilities.
Ubisoft Toronto was founded in 2010 and has contributed to many award-winning Ubisoft brands including: Assassin’s Creed®, Far Cry®, For HonorTM, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell®, and Watch Dogs®. In 2018, the team at Ubisoft Toronto developed its first new IP, Starlink: Battle for Atlas, and is leading development of Watch Dogs: Legion. Ubisoft Toronto is one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2020.
Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas have a chance to shine and everyone is eager to share knowledge.
Challenge accepted? Join us and Create the Unknown.
On being an Associate Producer at Ubisoft Toronto
As the Associate Producer, under the supervision of the Producer, you will be responsible for the efficient management of the members of the development team. The incumbent will oversee the advancement of the work and the attainment of production objectives as well as ensure high levels of motivation and commitment from team members.
The daily life of an Associate Producer at Ubisoft Toronto
Deliverables
- Participate in defining the project deliverables and risks;
- Carry out the follow ups on the deliverables with the PM and production managers and provide the producer with information on the progress of the work on a regular basis;
- Coordinate, delegate, and ensure the organization of the work to be carried out;
- Suggest a plan of attack for any delays that could affect the content, schedule, or quality
- Ensure proper bug management (bug reports, priorities, etc.);
- Ensure and coordinate the liaison for the marketing deliverables (demos, promotional events, product placement integration, etc.);
- Participate in promotional activities for the game.
Budget
- Participate in respecting and following up on the budget;
- Determine the purchasing needs for the project (e.g.: software, material).
Recruitment
- Identify human resource needs and ensure the creation and follow up of the hiring plan;
- Participate in selecting team members.
Training
- Act as a coach for the team and provide regular feedback;
- Participate in determining training and development needs.
Assessment
- Participate in the team’s performance assessment process;
- Take the necessary disciplinary measures during the first steps of the disciplinary process when necessary.
Other HR
- Participate in the creation and development of the project’s organizational structure;
- Ensure that the decision-making framework is respected (who decided what);
- Optimize and improve work methods;
- Organize team-building activities (e.g.: t-shirts, meals, activities outside Ubi);
- Implement measures that foster communication within the team;
- Address difficult team situations (conflicts, communication issues, etc) and take the actions necessary to resolve them;
- Ensure communication between crafts and the producers;
- Resolve any problem that the team may encounter during production;
- Carry out all other related tasks.
What it takes to make it
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business administration or project management;
- Minimum 5-10+ years of relevant experience in management;
- Must have project management experience in Video Game development environment;
- Must have experience managing cross discipline teams of approx. 30-50 people;
- Ideally have shipped a minimum of 1 AAA game title in a project mgmt. role;
- Influential leadership;
- Analytical and problem solving aptitude;
- Experience in recruiting and selecting;
- Capacity to analyze risk and make contingency plans;
- Be creative and innovative;
- Be proactive, dynamic and diplomat;
- Result-oriented and work under-pressure;
- Excellent communication skills.
We offer
· Competitive Salary
· Comprehensive Benefits Package:
o Disability Insurance
o Dental Insurance
o Extended medical insurance
o (Optional) RRSP contribution
o Relocation assistance
o Bonus (If Applicable)
Why Ubisoft Toronto?
Located in Toronto's up-and-coming Junction Triangle neighbourhood since 2010, Ubisoft Toronto is a studio full of passionate and experienced game developers focused on making innovative and exciting games. With over 35 languages spoken, Ubisoft Toronto is as diverse as the booming city it calls home. At Ubisoft Toronto, we are passionate about positive culture. We host monthly team celebrations, organize events for employees and their families, and we offer a variety of health and wellness initiatives like on-site yoga, on-site occupational therapists, flexible days, and an abundance of fresh fruit to promote a balanced life.
Ubisoft Toronto conducts annual performance reviews to help our team develop their careers and grow with our studio, and we provide the opportunity for salary increases annually as part of the performance review process. Ubisoft Toronto also offers a comprehensive health benefits package, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, training, and career development.
Join us and see for yourself why Ubisoft is rated one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People multiple years running!
Join Us!
We hunt for talent from across the industry – seasoned experts who know what it takes to ship world-class games and the next generation of game developer all-stars. We value team chemistry and a desire to grow our studio together. If this sounds like your kind of studio, what are you waiting for? Apply to join us now!
Ubisoft Toronto is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. The studio welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation upon request. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.
Additional Information
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