Product Owner

Greetings, Wayfarer! Please take a seat and listen to my tale for a moment.

We are Glass Cannon Unplugged. We’ve made some noise with our initial projects: Frostpunk: The Board Game and Apex Legends: The Board Game. But our journey doesn’t stop there! We’re currently working on tabletop adaptations of Dying Light, Don’t Starve, and Diablo, with more exciting projects to be announced soon.

However, even the best ship can’t sail on its own.To face player expectations, navigate the complex waters of game design, and discover treasures in the world of crowdfunding, we need a loyal and brave crew.

We are looking for a Product Owner to join us.

Job Description:

We are seeking a visionary Product Owner to lead the creation and development of innovative board games adaptations of renowned video games. You will be responsible for creating the product vision, testing game prototypes, evaluating their mechanics and playability, and suggesting possible improvements to the creators, all within the project’s specified timeframes. Your tasks will also include actively searching for interesting board game prototypes on the market and establishing contacts with their creators.

Strong communication and decision-making skills are essential. You will collaborate with designers, developers, testers, sales, marketing and other key stakeholders, including licensors and brand owners. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire production process from prototype to final product, ensuring smooth transitions and high-quality outcomes.
• Identify and establish relationships with board game designers.
• Organize internal and external tests of prototypes for mechanics, rules, balance, and playability.
• Provide constructive feedback to creators on tested prototypes, highlighting strengths and weaknesses, and suggesting specific changes and improvements.
• Evaluate the market potential and quality of games, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer expectations.
• Negotiate and set terms of cooperation with designers.
• Work closely with licensors, development, graphic design, and marketing departments.

Key Qualifications:

• Proven track record in a similar role, with at least 3 years of experience.
• Good knowledge of current trends, game mechanics, and key players in the market.
• Experience in testing board games and evaluating their appeal.
• Experience in coordinating projects from prototype to final product.
• Ability to conduct constructive discussions and negotiations with creators.
• Strong decision-making and judgment skills combined with excellent work organization.
• Fluent in English (C1 level or higher in both spoken and written forms).
• Initiative and commitment.

Nice to Have:

• Experience as a Game Designer or Game Developer.
• Experience working with licenses and approval processes in the creative industry.
• Knowledge of Tabletop Simulator or similar software.
• Familiarity with crowdfunding platforms.
• Previous experience with asset approval platforms.