Associate Producer (Contract) – Santa Monica Studio, PlayStation
Festybay, Los Angeles, CA, United States
PlayStation isn’t just the
Best Place to Play
— it’s also the
Best Place to Work.
As a global leader in interactive entertainment,
PlayStation
develops the iconic
PlayStation®5 ,
PlayStation®4 ,
PlayStation®VR ,
PlayStation®Plus , and award-winning titles from
PlayStation Studios .
We foster an inclusive and empowering workplace that celebrates diversity, creativity, and collaboration. If you’re passionate about innovation, technology, and storytelling — join our team and help shape the future of entertainment.
About the Role Santa Monica Studio
— the creators of
God of War
— is seeking an experienced
Associate Producer
to join the team developing a
new, unannounced title!
In this role, you’ll support day-to-day production, scheduling, and project coordination. Working closely with the Lead Producer, you’ll help manage timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure smooth development from concept to final release.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee specific phases or portions of development from design to final approval.
Support creative partners and help integrate new technologies.
Maintain schedules, budgets, and team tasking.
Communicate clearly with internal teams, external partners, and consultants.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Break down complex tasks into actionable steps.
Evaluate how creative changes impact schedules and resources.
Identify key stakeholders, gather feedback, and follow through on decisions.
Collaborate with the Lead Producer to plan resources and resolve challenges.
Build strong relationships across disciplines and encourage collaboration.
Provide feedback and elevate personnel issues when needed.
Ensure compliance with company policies and production standards.
Skills & Qualifications
Strong
project management
and
scheduling
skills.
Excellent
organization
and
attention to detail .
Proficient with:
JIRA ,
Confluence ,
Hansoft ,
Microsoft Project ,
Excel ,
DevTrack ,
Perforce
Familiar with
Agile/SCRUM
and traditional production workflows.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Up-to-date knowledge of
game industry trends
and a passion for AAA game development.
Education & Experience
3+ years in game production, with at least one shipped title as Associate Producer or higher.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Hourly Range:
$47.26 – $70.91 USD Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits here .
Equal Opportunity Statement Sony Interactive Entertainment is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
PlayStation is also a
Fair Chance Employer , welcoming qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.
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Best Place to Play
— it’s also the
Best Place to Work.
As a global leader in interactive entertainment,
PlayStation
develops the iconic
PlayStation®5 ,
PlayStation®4 ,
PlayStation®VR ,
PlayStation®Plus , and award-winning titles from
PlayStation Studios .
We foster an inclusive and empowering workplace that celebrates diversity, creativity, and collaboration. If you’re passionate about innovation, technology, and storytelling — join our team and help shape the future of entertainment.
About the Role Santa Monica Studio
— the creators of
God of War
— is seeking an experienced
Associate Producer
to join the team developing a
new, unannounced title!
In this role, you’ll support day-to-day production, scheduling, and project coordination. Working closely with the Lead Producer, you’ll help manage timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure smooth development from concept to final release.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee specific phases or portions of development from design to final approval.
Support creative partners and help integrate new technologies.
Maintain schedules, budgets, and team tasking.
Communicate clearly with internal teams, external partners, and consultants.
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Break down complex tasks into actionable steps.
Evaluate how creative changes impact schedules and resources.
Identify key stakeholders, gather feedback, and follow through on decisions.
Collaborate with the Lead Producer to plan resources and resolve challenges.
Build strong relationships across disciplines and encourage collaboration.
Provide feedback and elevate personnel issues when needed.
Ensure compliance with company policies and production standards.
Skills & Qualifications
Strong
project management
and
scheduling
skills.
Excellent
organization
and
attention to detail .
Proficient with:
JIRA ,
Confluence ,
Hansoft ,
Microsoft Project ,
Excel ,
DevTrack ,
Perforce
Familiar with
Agile/SCRUM
and traditional production workflows.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
Up-to-date knowledge of
game industry trends
and a passion for AAA game development.
Education & Experience
3+ years in game production, with at least one shipped title as Associate Producer or higher.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Hourly Range:
$47.26 – $70.91 USD Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits here .
Equal Opportunity Statement Sony Interactive Entertainment is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
PlayStation is also a
Fair Chance Employer , welcoming qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.
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