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Fanatics Collectibles

Game Designer - TCG

Seattle, WA

$176K/yr

About the Team Fanatics TCG is a new Seattle-based trading card game studio within the Fanatics Collectibles family, founded by industry veterans with a long-term mandate: to build enduring ...

CHRONO & COSMO

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TCG Sales Associate - Trading Card Games

Fontana, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $25.90/hr

TCG Sales Associate - Trading Card Games Location: Fontana, CA 92335 Job Type: Part-Time Pay Range ... Sort and organize high volumes of cards by game, set, and condition (Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering ...

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TCG Sales Associate - Trading Card Games

Fontana, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $25.90/hr

TCG Sales Associate - Trading Card Games Location: Fontana, CA 92335 Job Type: Part-Time Pay Range ... Sort and organize high volumes of cards by game, set, and condition (Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering ...

Fanatics Collectibles

Game Designer - TCG

Seattle, WA · On-site

$98K - $123K/yr

About the Team Fanatics TCG is a new Seattle-based trading card game studio within the Fanatics Collectibles family, founded by industry veterans with a long-term mandate: to build enduring ...

Praxis Tech

$140 - $230/hr

Build and lead a full-scale Trading Card Game (TCG) division with global ambition, including managing booster economics, rarity psychology, organized play, and a competitive ecosystem. About MGA ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance trading card game in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Freelance Trading Card Game (TCG) designer is a professional who creates concepts, mechanics, artwork, or content for trading card games on a project or contract basis. Unlike in-house designers, freelancers work independently and may collaborate with multiple companies or publishers. Their work can include designing new cards, developing game balance, playtesting, and sometimes illustrating or writing game lore. Freelancers typically manage their own schedules and client relationships, offering creative services to both established TCG brands and independent projects.

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Freelance trading card game designers often face challenges such as managing multiple projects with overlapping deadlines, adapting to different clients' visions, and ensuring consistent communication with publishers or development teams. Building strong organizational skills and maintaining a clear project management system are crucial for balancing workloads. Regularly seeking feedback and staying up-to-date with industry trends can help freelancers deliver innovative and marketable game concepts, making it easier to stand out in a competitive field.

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To thrive as a Freelance Trading Card Game Designer, you need expertise in game mechanics, creativity in concept development, and a solid understanding of the trading card game market. Familiarity with digital design tools like Adobe Creative Suite, prototyping software, and sometimes knowledge of programming or tabletop simulator platforms is often required. Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills help you work with clients and teams efficiently. These skills ensure that you can create engaging, balanced games that meet client needs and appeal to players in a competitive market.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Trading Card Game job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

General Interest - Trading Card Games

Fanatics Collectibles

Seattle, WA

$141K - $143K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

About the Team 

Fanatics TCG is a new Seattle-based trading card game studio within the Fanatics Collectibles family, founded by industry veterans with a long-term mandate: to build enduring franchises that live across tabletop, digital, community, and culture. We're looking for the most skilled and passionate talent in the games industry and beyond to help us create the best TCGs in the world. 

Role Summary 

The Fanatics TCG studio expects to hire across multiple disciplines and levels as new roles open. This General Interest posting is for candidates with trading card game experience who want to be considered for future opportunities as the team continues to scale. 

By submitting your application here, you'll join our talent pipeline and allow our recruiting team to connect with you as relevant TCG roles become available. 

Areas of Interest May Include 

  • Game Design (Systems, Set, Play Design) 
  • Narrative design and worldbuilding 
  • Art Direction, Illustration, or Visual Development 
  • Production, Content, or Creative Operations 
  • Business development 
  • Partnerships management 
  • Product Management (Physical, Digital, or Hybrid) 
  • Live Operations, Balance, or Gameplay Analytics 

Qualifications & Experience 

  • Professional experience working on trading card games, collectible games, or similar products 
  • Experience with physical products, digital platforms, or live game ecosystems 
  • Passion for TCGs, gameplay systems, collectibles, and fan-driven experiences 
  • Ability to collaborate in cross-functional, creative environments 

Skills & Abilities 

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills 
  • Creative, analytical, or execution-focused strengths relevant to your discipline 
  • Comfort working in evolving, fast-growing teams 
  • Player- and fan-first mindset 

Location & Compensation 

All employees of Fanatics TCG are expected to be onsite in our Seattle office five days per week. Compensation details will vary by role and will be shared when specific opportunities open. 

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants.Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website atwww.fanaticsinc.com/careers 

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