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Riot Games

Director, Game Production

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

As a Director, Game Production on the VALORANT team you are responsible for helping Riot deliver ... Directs planning, estimation and execution of development processes across a large organization or ...

Riot Games

Director, Game Production

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

As a Director, Game Production on the VALORANT team you are responsible for helping Riot deliver ... Directs planning, estimation and execution of development processes across a large organization or ...

Riot Games

Director, Game Production

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

As a Director, Game Production on the VALORANT team you are responsible for helping Riot deliver ... Directs planning, estimation and execution of development processes across a large organization or ...

Naughty Dog

Producer

Santa Monica, CA

$139K - $141K/yr

Evaluate project scope and make recommendations to the Creative Director, Game Director, and studio leadership What skills you will use: * Solid understanding of video game development, software ...

Firaxis

Director of UI/UX

Cary, NC · On-site

$145K - $215K/yr

Who We Are MAKE LIFE EPIC Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development ... The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players, while also improving ...

Firaxis

Director of UI/UX

Cary, NC

$145K - $215K/yr

Who We Are MAKE LIFE EPIC Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development ... The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players, while also improving ...

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Director of UI/UX

Cary, NC · On-site

$145K - $215K/yr

Who We Are MAKE LIFE EPIC Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development ... The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players, while also improving ...

2K

Director of UI/UX

Cary, NC

$145K - $215K/yr

Who We Are MAKE LIFE EPIC Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development ... The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players, while also improving ...

Sony Pictures

Art Director - Game Shows

Culver City, CA · On-site

$117K - $153K/yr

They will also work closely with the Game Show Group development team on new shows and sales creative. Working under the Executive Creative Director, this role conceptually and visually elevates all ...

Naughty Dog

Producer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$64.47 - $80.58/hr

Evaluate project scope and make recommendations to the Creative Director, Game Director, and studio leadership What skills you will use: * Solid understanding of video game development, software ...

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What does a Director of Game Development do?

A Director of Game Development oversees the entire process of creating a video game, from conception to release. They manage teams of designers, programmers, artists, and testers to ensure the game's vision is realized on schedule and within budget. Their responsibilities include strategic planning, resource allocation, and serving as a liaison between creative and business teams. They also help define the overall direction and quality of the game's development. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and deep knowledge of the gaming industry.

What are some common challenges faced by a Director of Game Development in managing cross-functional teams?

A Director of Game Development often oversees teams composed of artists, programmers, designers, and producers, each with distinct workflows and priorities. One of the key challenges is aligning these diverse groups toward a unified project vision while managing timelines, resource allocation, and communication across departments. Balancing creative ambitions with technical feasibility and budget constraints is also a frequent hurdle. Successful Directors foster a collaborative environment, encourage open communication, and remain adaptable to evolving project needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director of Game Development, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Game Development, you need expertise in game design, project management, and a solid understanding of programming or art pipelines, often backed by a relevant degree and industry experience. Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity or Unreal), project management software, and version control systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you guide teams and foster creative collaboration. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality games on schedule, managing complex projects, and maintaining a productive, innovative team environment.
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Director, Game Production

Director, Game Production

Riot Games

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Directors of Production lead teams, initiatives and products from conception through launch and operation inside of the gaming space. They create and align teams to product vision, have a deep understanding of player needs, competitors and market conditions, and are able to balance scope, quality and time to predictably deliver at a high quality bar for players.
VALORANT is Riot's take on a character-based tactical shooter (for more info on VALORANT click here!). As a Director, Game Production on the VALORANT team you are responsible for helping Riot deliver first in class experiences to our players. You will keep the players' experience in mind as you track progress, deliver content/features, and organize priorities and goals. You will partner across disciplines to provide genre-defining experiences to our players.
Responsibilities:
  • Creates, evangelizes and drives a multi-year, multi-team operational vision for initiatives and large development teams
  • Partners with Product Management to manage the portfolio of strategic opportunities for their area, re-allocating resources and shifting organizational priorities to maximize strategic value of plans
  • Partners with cross-discipline leadership to define expected outcomes for full product or large organization initiatives
  • Leverages structured frameworks to ensure consistent communication, decision making, and prioritization around planned initiatives
  • Builds reaction / maintenance plans for live / launched initiative outcomes and owns decision making for those plans
  • Directs planning, estimation and execution of development processes across a large organization or business unit
  • Oversees the delivery of global software projects utilizing both internal and external distributed development teams
  • Ensures that initiatives under their watch can be tested early and iterated on prior to final release in order to maximize value and minimize wasted effort
  • Actively advances Riot's understanding of sustainable development, building sustainability and continuous improvement into products and orgs
  • Creates alignment between their area, stakeholders and partner organizations working towards both common and divergent goals
  • Builds and maintains a positive working environment for their teams that promotes a sustainable work-life balance, collaboration and healthy conflict resolution

Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years experience in software/game development
  • 6+ years in a production leadership position on a live service game
  • 5+ years direct people management experience, including experience managing people managers
  • 2+ years experience leading teams through metagame feature development (planning, execution, delivery, post-release support)

Desired Qualifications:
  • Deep passion for, and understanding of, competitive online games and their player communities
  • Familiarity with online shooters, especially VALORANT or tactical shooters
  • Experience developing across multiple platforms, including PC, console, or mobile.

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this could be your role!
Our Perks:
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
At Riot Games, we put players first . That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games and experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether you're working directly on a new player-facing experience or you're supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, we're better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, we're looking forward to your application.
It's our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.
Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
  • Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
  • Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
  • Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
  • Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.
  • (Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $248,200.00 - $372,300.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
  • (Mercer Island only) Base salary range between $248,200.00 - $372,300.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.
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About Riot Games

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Riot Games was founded in 2006 by Brandon Beck and Marc Merrill with the intent to change the way video games are made and supported for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title League of Legends to worldwide acclaim. The game has since gone on to become the most played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of our community and it's for them we continue to evolve and improve the League of Legends experience.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2006

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