Accountabilities:

Own the end-to-end production pipeline: Oversee the complete lifecycle of all slot game projects, from initial concept and planning through development, certification, market launch and post-launch optimisation.
Shape the game portfolio: Define and manage the studio's game development slate, identifying themes, features and mechanics that appeal to players in US online and land-based gaming markets.
Lead licensed and branded content production: Manage the development of branded slot titles, coordinate relationships with licensors and oversee brand approval processes to ensure all deliverables meet agreed requirements.
Manage multidisciplinary teams: Coordinate and lead cross-functional workstreams involving game designers, mathematicians, artists, audio specialists, engineers, QA professionals and compliance teams.
Establish production standards: Develop and implement effective production methodologies, documentation processes, quality assurance standards and operational best practices.
Monitor regulatory developments: Stay informed about gaming regulations across US states and Canadian provinces, ensuring that production decisions, game features and content remain aligned with market requirements.
Drive team development: Recruit, manage, mentor and develop talent across different disciplines, building a high-performing team as the studio expands.
Optimise commercial performance: Analyse game performance data and key performance indicators to inform creative decisions, improve game mechanics and maximise the commercial success of published titles.
Manage external partnerships: Collaborate effectively with platform providers, B2B aggregators and other industry partners to support successful game distribution and delivery.

Requirements

Professional experience: At least 7 years of experience in online slot game production, with a proven track record of successfully delivering multiple titles to market.
US market expertise: Demonstrable experience producing online slot content for regulated US gaming markets, with a strong understanding of their commercial and regulatory requirements.
Licensed content production: Previous experience managing branded or licensed slot game projects, including licensor relationships, intellectual property requirements and approval workflows.
Game mechanics expertise: In-depth knowledge of online and land-based slot game mechanics, including hold-and-spin features, linked progressives and other popular gameplay formats.
Analytical capabilities: Ability to interpret game performance data, commercial KPIs and player engagement metrics to guide creative and production decisions.
Leadership experience: Proven ability to manage and lead multidisciplinary game development teams, coordinate complex projects and deliver results across multiple functions.
Mathematical knowledge: Strong understanding of slot game mathematics, including paytable structures, Return to Player (RTP) calculations and volatility profiles, with the ability to review and assess game mathematics.
Industry partnerships: Familiarity with B2B aggregators, game distribution models and platform partners such as Light & Wonder.
Additional market experience: Direct experience producing slot content for US land-based casinos or tribal gaming markets is a strong advantage.
Production methodologies: Knowledge of game localisation processes, international content adaptation and agile production methodologies is preferred.
Leadership qualities: Strong communication, organisational and decision-making skills, combined with a strategic mindset, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary: Monthly compensation ranging from R100,000 to R150,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Remote working: Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere globally, offering flexibility and autonomy.
Senior leadership opportunity: Take ownership of the studio's production strategy and play a key role in shaping its creative and operational direction.

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