Production Director

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Production Director to join our team working on Cyberpunk 2, the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077 and Phantom Liberty. Reporting to the Executive Producer and as a member of the project’s Directors group, they will drive project-wide clarity, manage risk and ensure development remains predictable and aligned across the entire project. The ideal candidate is highly experienced in game development and production management, is organized and self-motivated, and is passionate about games. 

Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the project’s Directors group, shaping project-wide strategy beyond production.
• Oversees and manages the various Producers directly, and provides mentorship for the full production team.
• Responsible for recruitment of the Production team, coordinating and consulting with the Executive Producer.
• Provides structured performance input for producers and other leaders, focusing on delivery effectiveness, collaboration and risk management.
• Builds team structures that enable scalability, strong cross-functional collaboration and long-term project success.
• Supports the Executive Producer in project routines, reviews, and external representation when required.
• Supports the Executive Producer by representing production leadership when needed, contributing to both production and broader leadership decision-making.
• Oversees management of project backlog, jira methodologies, tools, workflows and production practices.
• Ability to challenge and set standards for deliverables, pipelines and milestones.
• Anticipates risks, implements mitigation strategies, and escalates critical issues to the Executive Producer.
• Helps to oversee co-development partnerships, budgets and cross-team dependencies to ensure smooth execution.
• Consults with Executive Producer to identify areas of need for project headcount and budget.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of experience as a Lead Producer or Production Director in game development, with a proven track record of leading large-scale, successful AAA projects and managing producers.
• Ability to self-drive, work autonomously, and deliver..
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams, in an Agile environment.
• Experience building, growing, and maintaining productive teams.
• Deep understanding of the pipelines in the game development process, and proven track record of instilling process and workflows.
• Experience with Jira and Confluence.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a positive and constructive attitude.
• Practices and encourages kindness, empathy and respect.

Additional Information

The application window for this position will close by 06/30/2026.

This job is hybrid/in-office.

Health & Well-Being

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $198,600 - $297,800 USD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

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