Head of Production

Kluge Interactive is an immersive game studio building the future of human connection through immersive and enhanced experiences. We are best known for Synth Riders, one of the most popular VR rhythm games. 

We are working on several other VR titles and making VR games for a UGC social platform for some of the world's most influential VR, music, and technology companies.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a world class Head of Production with a notable track record and deep-rooted experience in the gaming industry. This unique individual will join our dedicated team and play a pivotal role in our studio's expansion.

The Head of Production will collaborate directly with one of the studio partners and Chief Operating Officer, as well as a creative leadership team, producers, developers, game designers, sound designers, creative writers, and artists. It's a role that demands effective collaboration with a diverse and cross-functional team to ensure the seamless execution of our vision for immersive gaming.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in production leadership roles within the game industry, with proven VR game development and production expertise.
• Demonstrated track record of managing, mentoring, and expanding production teams and steering production vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Exceptional project management and interpersonal skills, fluent in agile methodologies, and experienced with various production tools.
• Strong commitment to work-life balance and effective workload planning, including experience preventing crunch time across teams.
• Proficient in English and with excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for fostering strong inter-departmental collaboration.
• Hands-on experience resolving daily production challenges and formalizing production structures where necessary.
• A passion for gaming and an intuitive understanding of player expectations, enriched by personal experience as a gamer.

Desired Requirements

• Highly experienced in shipping AAA-quality games
• Extensive experience in production, curious about production theory and trends, and eager to lead a team through a pivotal growth stage.
• Experience working remotely with international teams across multiple time zones.
• Knowledge in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation is highly valued.
• Spanish language proficiency is a bonus
• Experience in mobile game development is an advantage.
• Direct experience in product management, game design, data science, QA testing, or other key product team roles.

Responsibilities

• Work with the studio leadership to create, implement, and oversee production best practices and processes that align with the current vision of the company
• Lead and manage the production of VR game projects from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with studio vision and quality standards.
• Line-manage production and product direct reports, fostering professional growth, workforce balance, and avoiding production bottlenecks.
• Actively recruit and retain talented Producers and contribute to the formalization and ongoing refinement of the production structure.
• Collaborate across departments to implement best production practices and methodologies, ensuring smooth, structured, and effective end-to-end processes.
• Uphold a culture of inter-departmental communication, inclusivity, and support, where feedback mechanisms drive personal and team improvement.
• Oversee the production of live service, multiplayer, and multiplatform games by setting a high standard and maintaining consistent oversight.
• Champion new technologies and processes to elevate production efficiency and output quality.
• Direct and manage remote team members effectively, ensuring collaboration and independence in a balanced remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• The flexibility of fully remote work to accommodate your personal working style and schedule.
• Opportunity to work within a talented and diverse team that values every voice, embracing the idea that the best ideas can come from anyone.

We are an independent studio passionate about making quality games and invested in paving the way for the future of XR. You'll work in a creative and positive working environment with a diverse team of highly experienced and enthusiastic people. 

If you share these passions and believe you have the qualifications to help take Kluge to the next level, please contact us!