About UsBackstage Pass Institute of Gaming is a specialised institution that trains the next generation of game developers, designers, and artists. Kyodai Gameworks is a game studio building original IP for mobile, PC and console. Its team includes industry experts, mentors, students, and Backstage Pass alumni.
We're looking for an experienced game designer and production leader to take on a dual role. You'll mentor student teams at Backstage Pass to international standards, and you'll lead projects and production at Kyodai Gameworks.
The RoleYou'll report directly to the Founder on all Kyodai Gameworks projects and Backstage Pass student projects. The role combines creative leadership, production ownership and hands-on mentoring. You'll take games from concept to launch, and you'll help students build work that competes on a global stage.
What You'll DoAt Kyodai Gameworks• Head projects and production across the studio's slate of original IP for mobile, PC and console
- Lead cross-functional teams through the full development cycle: concept, pre-production, production, launch and live operations
- Own the publishing of Kyodai titles, including release planning, platform submissions, store presence and launch execution
- Plan and deliver external game development projects for clients and partners, managing scope, timelines, budgets and quality
- Set up and manage game analytics and attribution pipelines, and turn player data into design, retention and monetisation decisions
- Track project progress, milestones and deadlines through project management tools, and report status to the Founder
- Review revenue and KPI reports, and drive monetisation, LiveOps and optimisation initiatives to grow revenue from the studio's games
- Build strong production processes, pipelines and team culture
- Manage tasks and deadlines of reportees.
At Backstage Pass• Mentor student teams in building polished,
playable games to international quality standards
- Guide student projects from game idea and concept through prototyping to a finished game
- Prepare and submit student games to international festivals, competitions and award events
- Share industry best practices in game design, production and analytics with students
What We're Looking ForMust Have• 8+ years of experience in game design, including shipped titles on mobile, PC and console
- Solid hands-on experience with Unity and Unreal Engine
- Proven production experience leading teams and delivering games on schedule
- Strong track record of developing original game ideas and concepts from scratch
- Hands-on experience setting up and using Game Analytics, Firebase, Google AdMob, and Unity Analytics
- Experience with attribution tools such as Singular
- Hands-on experience with project management tools such as Jira, Trello, Asana or ClickUp for tracking progress, deadlines and reporting
- Experience reviewing revenue reports and taking action to increase game revenue through monetisation, LiveOps and player data
- Experience publishing games on app stores, Steam and/or console platforms
- Ability to deliver external or client development projects
- Passion for mentoring and developing young talent
- Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills
Nice to Have• Games that have been recognised at international festivals or award events
- Experience with other attribution and analytics tools such as AppsFlyer or Adjust
- Familiarity with console certification processes
Why Join Us• Lead original IP across all major platforms
- Shape the careers of the next generation of game developers
- Work directly with the Founder and have real influence on studio and academic direction
- Build games that compete and win on the international stage
How to ApplyApply through LinkedIn or send your resume and portfolio (with links to shipped titles) to
[email protected]
📌 Head of Production & Game Design Mentor (Hyderabad)
🏢 Kyodai Gameworks
📍 Hyderabad