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Saginaw Area Consortium

Gate Manager

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$12.50/hr

... game. REPORTS TO: Jacob Premo, Athletic Director COMPENSATION: $12.50 per hour ESSENTIAL JOB ... Release of Information and Employee History Check Under 1996 P.A.189 of 1996; MCL380.1230b. • Law ...

Saginaw Area Consortium

Gate Manager

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$12.50/hr

Willingness to support both high school and middle school games, with high school events taking ... Must receive a satisfactory response to 4205-F Authorization for Release of Information and ...

Stellantis

Vehicle Access Sr. Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$98K - $135K/yr

We are looking for technology game changers to lead Stellantis into a fundamental transformation ... Meet all vehicle program milestones and conduct all releasing processes within Stellantis related ...

Stellantis

Network Specialist

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

Release, Maintain and Update Automotive Ethernet, CAN and LIN communication guidelines. * Perform ... Proven success in building game-changing products in the automotive industry. * Management ...

Easterseals MORC

$34K - $44K/yr

We are looking for Game Changers ! The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference ... Also responsible for gathering documents for release to external entities. * Complies with all ...

Easterseals

$34K - $44K/yr

We are looking for Game Changers ! The types of people who wake up excited to make a difference ... Also responsible for gathering documents for release to external entities. * Complies with all ...

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What does a game release manager do?

A Game Release Manager oversees the process of launching new video games, ensuring that all necessary steps are completed for a smooth and timely release. They coordinate between development, quality assurance, marketing, and publishing teams to manage schedules, resolve issues, and meet deadlines. The Game Release Manager is responsible for managing version control, certification processes with platform holders, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Their goal is to make sure the game is delivered to players on time with minimal issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game release manager?

To thrive as a Game Release Manager, you need strong project management skills, a deep understanding of software development cycles, and a background in game development or related fields. Familiarity with release management tools like Jira, version control systems such as Git, and experience with certification platforms (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox, Steam) are typically required. Exceptional communication, organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure timely, smooth, and high-quality game launches by effectively managing complex release processes and stakeholder expectations.

What are some common challenges faced by game release managers during a game's launch period?

Game Release Managers often navigate tight deadlines, last-minute bug fixes, and coordination between multiple teams such as development, QA, marketing, and customer support. Ensuring all release milestones are met while maintaining quality and compliance with platform requirements can be demanding. Additionally, managing communication across global time zones and handling unforeseen technical issues require strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Successfully balancing these responsibilities is key to delivering a smooth and timely game launch.

What is the difference between Game Release Manager vs Game Producer?

AspectGame Release ManagerGame Producer
Primary FocusCoordinating and managing the release process of a game, including timelines, quality assurance, and distributionOverseeing the overall development, production, and delivery of a game, including team management and project scope
Required SkillsProject management, scheduling, communication, quality controlLeadership, project management, resource allocation, stakeholder communication
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with QA, marketing, and development teams during release phasesWorks closely with development teams, publishers, and executive stakeholders throughout the project

The Game Release Manager primarily focuses on coordinating the release process, ensuring timely and quality delivery of the game. In contrast, the Game Producer oversees the entire development lifecycle, managing teams and resources. Both roles require strong project management skills, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly, with the Release Manager concentrating on the launch phase and the Producer on overall production.

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Remote Games Portfolio & Digital Content Lead

Lansing, MI • On-site

NeoPollard Interactive
Internet and IT • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about NeoPollard Interactiveexternal

$70 - $95/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

We are NeoPollard Interactive. Digitally born, player-focused, and proudly powering the most profitable iLottery programs in North America through our interactive games, powerful gaming systems, and comprehensive suite of player services.

We are innovative. From inception, innovation has been the core of NPi. As one of the first iLottery platform providers in North America, we laid the groundwork — helping pioneer the introduction and successful launch of some of the first iLottery programs in the U.S. We deliver innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology to our partners with an industry-proven track record of revenue growth.

We are one-of-a-kind. The only Lottery supplier in North America exclusively focused on iLottery. We have one central focus; creating the most intuitive and fun iLottery experiences for players. Our sole focus drives our innovation and success in the iLottery space.

We are industry experts.Serving the largest share of U.S. Lotteries that currently sell online with a track record of powering iLottery success through our state-of-the-art technology, top-performing game content, and innovative and comprehensive iLottery services.

We are NPi. Join us.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Games Portfolio and Digital Content Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of the games portfolio and all customer-facing website content. This includes managing the full game lifecycle, maintaining high-quality digital experiences, and ensuring timely and accurate content delivery across platforms.

Content Management

·Manage daily updates of lottery content via Contentful CMS, adapting assets to suit each platform.

·Develop and maintain landing pages, Lottery Learning Link, promotional pages, and player-facing bonuses, ensuring high-quality user experiences.

·Request game, website and acquisition graphics, build, and create banners, pop-ups, landing pages and marketing materials

Client & Partner Relationships

·Point of contact with clients and internal teams to gain approval of fast-moving content plan

·Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate and develop front-end components seamlessly.

·Collaborating with Analytics teams to ensure accurate tracking of newly generated content.

·Comfortable reviewing sites and content responsively (e.g., through dev tools, different browsers, and physical devices) to ensure quality and consistency.

Games portfolio management

  • Prepare roadmap games for existing vendors
  • Manage game release timelines and ensure delivery dates are met
  • Interact with multi-cross-functional teams (marketing, product, creative, editing, etc) to get the games launched according to the roadmap
  • Perform the game launch asset briefing process (graphic and descriptive)
  • Manage operational dealings with vendors
  • Perform QA on games in UAT and Production
  • Review customer-facing game material on the website
  • Perform Game approvals tasks
  • Promotionalcampaign testing
  • Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

  • BA/BS Marketing, Business or equivalent experience
  • Gaming experience required; must be familiar with industry
  • Experience with on-line gaming industry; Mobile app gamer, casino goer and/or fantasy sports player a plus
  • Product management or project management experience a plus
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Must be self-motivated and take on tasks without direction
  • Responsible, detail oriented, well organized, independent, ability to learn quickly, multi-tasking,great interpersonalskills, team player
  • Excellent project management, time management and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in data driven prioritization
  • Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Some travel required
  • Must be available to work during the bulk of EST business hours. May need to adjust schedule periodically to accommodate clients and partners in other time zones.
  • This position is remote and can reside in Canada or US.

WHY WORK AT NPI?
We hire the best.

We prioritize innovation.

We support and empower our team.

Join us as we continue to shape the future of the iLottery industry by delivering players’ favorite games across all channels and driving outstanding returns for good causes.

Our team member benefits include…

•Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

•Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance

•401K Savings & RRSP Program

•Paid Vacation and Personal Time

•Wellness and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) from Ulliance Life

•Company-Provided Laptop and Cellphone

•Career Development Opportunities, including Ongoing Training and Professional Development Courses (Including the NPi Leadership Academy for Emerging Leaders)

•Quarterly Performance-Sharing Program for All Employees Who Have Completed Six Months of Continuous Service

•Paid Parental Leave Program

ABOUT NEOPOLLARD INTERACTIVE

Born in the digital domain, NeoPollard Interactive LLC (“NPi”) is an award-winning supplier of best-in-class iLottery solutions to the North American lottery market. Serving the largest share of U.S. lotteries that currently sell online, NPi helped pioneer the successful introduction of iLottery in the U.S. and is North America’s proven partner of choice to enable regulated lotteries to design and deploy complex gaming solutions in support of generating incremental revenue for good causes through the online channel. NPi offers cutting-edge technology, a full suite of managed services, and the industry’s top-performing game content as part of its innovative and comprehensive approach to partnering for iLottery success. Jointly owned by Pollard Banknote Limited (TSX: PBL) and NeoGames S.A.(Nasdaq: NGMS)—both globally recognized industry leaders—NPi powers the most profitable iLottery programs. Visit us at www.neopollard.com.

Pollard iLottery Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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