Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Product Lead role involves guiding the development and launch of a new fantasy RPG mobile game, impacting the product lifecycle from concept to market launch.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will lead product vision and strategy, collaborate with creative and development teams, manage business goals like monetisation and user acquisition, oversee production schedules, conduct market research, communicate with clients and stakeholders, and travel as needed.
Experience and skills
Requires 10+ years in mobile game industry with RPGs and major IPs, strong product management experience, knowledge of JRPGs, excellent organisational and communication skills, ability to travel, and EU or similar timezone location.
Job location and travel
Based in the EU area or within a similar timezone with travel requirements.
Unique job features
Involves leadership in a new fantasy RPG mobile game development with international team collaboration and travel.
Company overview
Skillsearch is a recruitment agency specializing in the technology, gaming, and digital sectors, connecting skilled professionals with companies seeking talent in these industries. They generate revenue through recruitment services, including permanent and contract placements, by charging fees to employers for successful candidate placements. Founded in 1990, Skillsearch has built a reputation for expertise in niche markets and a personalized approach to recruitment, offering tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of both clients and candidates. Their deep industry knowledge and extensive network make them a trusted partner in talent acquisition.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight over 10 years of mobile game industry experience, focusing on RPGs and major IPs, especially emphasizing any work with JRPGs and fantasy RPGs to match Skillsearch's client needs.
Emphasize leadership skills in product vision, strategy, and roadmap development, along with proven success in managing game lifecycles from concept to launch, including monetization and user acquisition strategies.
Apply through multiple channels such as Skillsearch's official corporate website and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Skillsearch’s gaming or product divisions, using ice breakers like commenting on recent RPG launches or asking about the challenges in managing large IP projects to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'product vision,' 'monetization strategies,' 'RPG,' 'JRPG,' 'user acquisition,' and 'game lifecycle management' to ensure it passes automated screening.
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