At Riot Games, the Production discipline brings our bold creative visions to life, translating Publishings strategic objectives into unforgettable marketing campaigns that resonate with players around the world. Our Production team blends organizational mastery with creative partnership, acting as the connective tissue between strategy & execution. We operate with authenticity, champion collaboration, strive for craft excellence, & embrace innovation at every turn.
Were looking for a seasoned Director of Content Production to lead the production discipline for VALORANT, our global tactical shooter. In this role, you will oversee a team of experienced Producers responsible for delivering high-impact creative contentincluding gameplay trailers, animated shorts, live-action videos, & brand assetsdesigned to excite, inform, & engage our global player base.
As a senior leader, youll partner closely with the VALORANT Publishing team to shape the creative & production strategy & ensure flawless execution across a diverse portfolio of content initiatives. You will be responsible for setting the vision & operational excellence of the Content Production team, mentoring leaders, & scaling our production capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our players & partners. You will report directly to the VP of Marketing & serve as a key member of the Publishing leadership team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Team Development:
Hire, mentor, & develop a high-performing team of Producers, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, & collaboration. Build a resilient production team that can scale with VALORANTs growing creative needs.
- Strategic Planning & Goal Setting:
Define & drive annual & quarterly OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) for the Content Production team. Align production priorities with publishing goals & broader Riot strategies to ensure maximum player impact.
- Production Oversight & Execution:
Oversee the execution of all content production pipelinesfrom pre-visualization to post-productionacross a variety of formats, including CG, gameplay, live-action, & motion design. Ensure timelines, budgets, & quality standards are consistently met or exceeded.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Serve as the production liaison between brand, creative, localization, & external vendors. Facilitate seamless communication, streamline feedback loops, & ensure creative integrity throughout the production lifecycle.
- Operational Excellence:
Optimize workflows, tools, & systems to improve production efficiency & scalability. Ensure your team is equipped with the right resources, tools, & data to drive excellence at every stage of production.
- Vendor & Partner Management:
Build & maintain strong relationships with creative agencies, production studios, & freelance partners around the world. Vet vendors, manage contracts, & ensure timely & cost-effective delivery of content.
Required Qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in content production, project management, or creative operations within marketing, games, entertainment, or digital media
- 4+ years of experience in senior leadership roles managing high-performing production teams
- Deep expertise in leading complex, multi-format creative campaigns from concept through final delivery
- Proven ability to drive clarity, energize teams, & deliver results that support global brand goals
- Track record of building scalable systems & defining measurable KPIs for creative production teams
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to align cross-disciplinary teams, manage stakeholder expectations, & guide executive-level conversations
- Proficiency in industry-standard production tools, asset management systems, & collaboration platforms
- Expertise in calendar & resource planning, budget management, & cross-functional scheduling
Desired Qualifications:
- A deep appreciation for compelling content & the creative process, with a hands-on approach to ideation & execution
- Familiarity with CG animation, VFX, or live-action production pipelines
- Understanding of game marketing and/or game development production workflows
- 10+ years of experience working across global & cross-functional teams
- Experience in managing external vendors, production bids, purchasing systems, & contract negotiations
- Ability to shape creative feedback & iterate with diverse creative disciplines
For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, & decision-making that prioritizes your fellow Rioters, who are the customers of your work. Being a dedicated fan of games is not necessary for this position!
Our Perks:
Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy & other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, & life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, & children, & a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.
At Riot Games, we put players first. That mission drives every decision in our quest to create games & experiences that make it better to be a player. Whether youre working directly on a new player-facing experience or youre supporting the company as a whole, everyone at Riot is part of our mission. And just like in our games, were better when we work together. Our goal is to create collaborative teams where you are empowered to bring your unique perspective everyday. If that sounds like the kind of place you want to work, were looking forward to your application.
Its our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants & members of Riot Games Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped & disabled Rioters & does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal & state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state & local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, & the Washington Fair Chance Act.
Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:
- Safeguarding confidential & sensitive Company data
- Communication with others, including Rioters & third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
- Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, & networks
- Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players & other Rioters
These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, & compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs & additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency & security.
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