Producer

Company Overview

Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is a leading, independent video game development company founded in 2012 by Chris Roberts. With over 1,000 employees across studios in Manchester, Los Angeles, Austin, and Frankfurt, the company is dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games, including Star Citizen and Squadron 42. CIG emphasizes innovative, immersive experiences, creativity, and ground-breaking technology. The company is crowdfunded and supported by an enthusiastic community of backers.

Role Summary

The Senior Character Producer acts as a global driving force, coordinating project-wide efforts in collaboration with the leadership team to achieve project goals based on established priorities and available resources.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a global coordination engine, working closely with leadership to deliver project goals.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve risks and changes that may prevent the team from meeting deadlines.
• Anticipate and solve problems independently and collaboratively while building effective working relationships.
• Provide line management for various producers on the project, including oversight, mentorship, and support.
• Promote efficient work practices and processes while maintaining team motivation and fostering a healthy, collaborative environment.
• Undertake additional duties and responsibilities consistent with the role, including supporting recruitment efforts.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a video game producer working closely with development teams.
• Solid experience in production on large-scale projects.
• High proficiency in standard project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proactive attitude with a focus on optimization and continuous improvement.
• Ability to handle conflict resolution and develop distributed or international teams.
• Strong knowledge of character creation pipelines, from concept through to final in-game implementation.
• Experience supporting the production of character skins, cosmetics, customization content, and other player-facing visual assets.
• Experience with live-service/live-ops titles, including the delivery of content on recurring release schedules.
• Fluency in English is required for daily collaboration and meetings with international studio teams.

Culture and Environment

• CIG operates in a relaxed, innovative, and future-thinking environment.
• The company offers various social and sports groups, including tabletop games, wargaming, yoga, football, and tennis.
• CIG is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
• The company values "wild growth" and working with enthusiastic over-achievers.