Producer, Publishing (Digital Gaming)

Company Description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Team:

Mattel Game Studios’ mission is to harness the power of Mattel's iconic brands and IP to create a wide variety of engaging digital games. Our team is guided by industry leaders with decades of experience in various facets of the gaming industry. We are seeking talented individuals to join us in our mission to create innovative and engaging digital experiences that resonate with our beloved brands. If you are passionate about gaming and eager to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team in family entertainment, this is the opportunity for you!

Job Description

The Opportunity: 

The Game Producer, Publishing at Mattel Game Studios will serve at the nexus of business, customer and product.

This individual will be responsible for ensuring alignment between Mattel’s strategic objectives, brand guidelines and the development efforts of our 3rd party partners.

The ideal candidate will possess a firm understanding of the games market (F2P/Premium), a passion for games and a deep appreciation and affinity for Mattel’s core brands.

This role will work in close partnership with the Lead Producer, Publishing on executing the team’s strategy and deliver exceptional gaming experiences developed by our external partners.

What Your Impact Will Be: 

• Product Vision & Strategy Collaborate with the Lead Producer and stakeholders to define the product vision, target audience and key features for new and existing titles.
• External Project Management Manage the relationship and project execution with external development team(s), ensuring their deliverables meet Mattel’s quality standards, timelines and budget expectations.
• Internal Stakeholder Alignment Drive alignment across internal Mattel departments throughout the development process.
• Communication Hub Act as the primary point of contact between Mattel and external development teams, facilitating clear and consistent communication.
• Market & Competitive Insights Share relevant market analysis to inform external development partners’ decisions and ensure strategic alignment.
• Brand Stewardship Ensure external development teams understand and adhere to Mattel’s brand guidelines, providing feedback to maintain brand integrity.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience 3-5+ years in game production, product or project management within the video game industry.
• Proven Track Record Demonstrable success leading multiple games through the full product lifecycle (concept to launch and live operations)
• Project Management Acumen Strong organizational skills and proficiency with project management methodologies (Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, etc.) and relevant tooling (Jira, Confluence, Asan, etc.).
• F2P & Premium Expertise Solid understanding and practical experience working on both Free-to-Play (F2P) and Premium game titles, including their distinct development processes and business models.
• Problem-Solving Mindset Excellent analytic skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving challenges.
• Communication Excellence Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of tailoring messages for technical, creative and business audiences.
• Collaborative Spirit A true team player with the ability to build strong working relationship and influence effectively across teams.
• Craft Enthusiast Deep, long-stand passion for the art and science of game development across genres and models – as a fan and industry professional.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Passion for the art and science of Games (of any genre/model) as a fan and professional.
• Deep familiarity and passion for Mattel’s core brands and their potential within the digital gaming space. (Barbie™, Hot Wheels®, Monster High™, Uno®, Master of the Universe, etc.)
• Experience working with and on behalf of a licensed IP.
• Operated as a Games Producer in both a studio and publisher environment.
• Shipped product across multiple platforms (Mobile, PC and Console)
• Directly lead or managed Live Operations for a product (F2P or Premium).
• Navigated platform submission and certification processes (Apple, Google, Steam, Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo)

The annual base salary range for this position is between $108,000 and $136,000.**

**This range is indicative of projected hiring range, however annual base salary will be determined based on a candidate’s work location, skills and experience. Mattel offers competitive total pay programs, comprehensive benefits, and resources to help empower a culture where every employee can reach their full potential.

Additional Information

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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