Why PlayStation?PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.Join the award-winning team that created God of WarSanta Monica Studio is seeking a Senior Producer for External Development for a new unannounced title!The Production Team at SMS excels at creative problem solving and communication. We thrive on being at the intersection of people and productivity as the glue that holds the studio together.A Senior Producer will lead long-term scheduling efforts and direct ground-level production activities across multiple disciplines and major areas of the game. Responsibilities include partnering with the lead producer, creative directors, and leads, guiding and mentoring other producers, and collaborating with the development team to create, maintain, and execute a comprehensive project plan that balances scope, resources, and schedule.Responsibilities Own the external development pipeline across multiple content teams and partners:Build and maintain comprehensive production schedules, delivery trackers, scope documentation, and partner staffing forecastsManage day-to-day production needs to ensure the team can focus on achieving the highest possible game qualityBalance resources and priorities across teams and departments to ensure goals are met on time and within budgetManage partner onboarding, milestone planning, and review cycles in collaboration with discipline leads and producersMentor other producers and ensure consistent execution across external partners and internal stakeholdersDrive development execution and studio-wide alignment:Break down large, complex initiatives into manageable, actionable stepsGather and synthesize cross-functional input to assess impact across the project lifecycleAnticipate risk and partner with stakeholders to implement mitigation strategiesEnsure a shared understanding of scope, goals, and changes across the team and leadershipPartner with project leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver success:Build strong relationships with discipline leads, directors, and creative leadership to align production practices with creative goalsCollaborate with managers to support team member development, performance conversations, and growth planningHelp evolve the studio’s production craft by proposing and testing new approaches, methodologies, or toolingStay curious, flexible, and adaptable in a dynamic environment; able to guide the team through change and ambiguitySkills Project Management CraftmanshipExpertise in traditional and Agile production methodologies (Waterfall, SCRUM, Kanban) – PMP or equivalent certification a plusStrong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills, with deep attention to detail and process excellenceProficiency with project management and content tracking tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Hansoft, Microsoft Excel, and Perforce; familiarity with asset pipelines and review tools a plusCommunication & Collaboration Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across a range of stakeholders and audiencesDemonstrated ability to lead through influence and inspire trust in high-pressure, high-collaboration environmentsProven conflict resolution and risk mitigation skills with a focus on driving alignment and momentumEducation & Experience Minimum 10 years of game development experience in a production role, ideally in an internal development environmentExperience leading external production for large-scale (250+ person) AAA games from concept through launchStrong understanding of vendor management best practices and performance trackingAt least one shipped AAA console and/or PC title as a Senior Producer or equivalentDemonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and coordinate across multiple departmentsPrior experience mentoring junior producers or managing small production teamsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Click here to learn more.The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$75 - $112.50 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 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