Freelance Slot Game Designer Jobs in Bothell, WA

Are you an experienced tabletop RPG designer with the demonstrated ability to lead major RPG products from inception through publication?

We are seeking a Senior Game Designer to work with our design team to conceptualize and build Dungeons & Dragons products. In this role, you'll help craft the future of D&D by designing and writing meaningful portions of future products, mentoring junior designers, and assisting in commissioning and managing freelance writers. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, can design and write innovative and high-quality RPG material, and hit deadlines, this role is for you. We're looking for passion and integrity in equal measure.

This position is located in Renton, WA and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office collaboration Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week.

• Design substantial portions of D&D products and help generate new product concepts
• Provide mentorship and feedback to less experienced designers
• Collaborate with producers, project leads, editors, and graphic designers to build project schedules and guide products through the entire production process
• Work with art directors to write art orders for D&D products
• Break down large design projects and assign tasks for junior designers
• Manage the work of freelance designers to ensure consistency and quality
• Incorporate playtest feedback into every product
• Represent Wizards of the Coast and D&D at events and in interviews

• Bachelor's degree in the liberal arts, or equivalent professional experience
• 6+ years designing RPG products with significant credits on products from known publishers
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong familiarity with Dungeons & Dragons and proficiency in the fifth edition rules
• A track record of developing innovative and balanced game mechanics
• Strong long-form writing skills that require no more than a light editing touch
• Detailed understanding of the production process and how books are assembled and published
• Experience collaborating with and guiding both in-house and external designers
• Promotional/marketing experience a plus
• An eye for detail and dedication to excellence