The Powell Group is looking for a Release Manager to oversee and coordinate the end-to-end release process for games across various PC, Console, and streaming platforms.

Responsibilities

• In this position, you will work closely with external contractors and developers as well as Internal Production, Marketing, Business Development, QA teams to drive each title to smooth and successful releases
• Own and manage the scheduling, coordinating and the management of release across our portfolio with internal and external stakeholders
• Set up and manage digital products on 1st party sites for submission and release
• Manage build submissions for certification on all major platforms (Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Steam, etc.)
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and communication with 1st parties (Waiver requests, schedule changes, slot booking, escalation of issues, etc.)
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to resolve any issues related to submission, certification, compliance, or general release
• Coordinate with Marketing and Business Development teams to order and distribute digital voucher codes
• Coordinate with Creative Service and Marketing teams to generate assets and manage metadata submissions on first party storefronts
• Execute metadata submissions for store fronts on all major platforms (Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, Steam, Apple, etc.)
• Work directly with development and production teams to submit rating materials (IARC, ESRB, PEGI, CERO, etc.)
• Work directly with Business Development and Marketing/Retail Distributors to manage and prepare game builds and packaging for retail releases
• Provide high quality documentation that enables knowledge sharing and improved submission quality
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Qualifications

• 2 years Release Management with 1st party game platform submission experience
• Experience with issue/bug tracking and source control software
• Managed the release of at least one sim-shipped game across multiple platforms
• Detailed oriented with strong project management and organizational skills
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners
• Relationship management skills with the ability to build and maintain internal and external partnerships
• Self-motivated with experience working independently and with a team, while being comfortable with ambiguity and shifting release requirements
• Strong record of managing multiple deliverables simultaneously
• Experience managing live incidents and troubleshooting technical issues
• JIRA and Confluence knowledge

Submit Your Application Today!

Interested in joining The Powell Group Team? Are you ready to level up your career? Submit your application today and a Powell Group team member will reach out if we think you're a good fit.