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The Director, Trading Card Games (TCG), is responsible for overseeing the P&L for the TCG vertical within FFG Studio. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, including product line managers, producers, design teams and visual teams, all focused on the specific product type. The Director will ensure alignment with the Studio's overall strategy and goals, drive business forward, and manage financial and operational risks within their vertical.  

The Director, TCG will challenge the team to create and craft engaging experiences that entertain and captivate our growing customer base. This position ensures that each game line has impactful strategy and marketing campaigns to stand out in the industry. 

• Manage the profit and loss for game lines within their vertical, with support from the VP, Trading Card Games.  
• Approve product budgets and plans at the vertical level. 
• Ensure the integrity of intellectual property across game lines. 
• Work with marketing to decide product line priorities. 
• Foster a culture that supports the studio's vision, strategy, and mission. 
• Develop, coach, and mentor a strong leadership team, empowering them to achieve the studio's ambitions. 
• Collaborate with the VP, TCG to build three-year product plans. 
• Assess product life cycles, performance, and sales strategies. 
• Partner and advise on marketing plans and execution. 
• Lead risk assessment and management to keep game lines on schedule and budget. 
• Implement and maintain KPIs to track project quality, delivery, and financial status, reporting quarterly to the VP, TCG.  
• Work with the VP, TCG to determine key success metrics for each product line. 
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase profitability and efficiently.  
• Work with Publishing Services to address out-of-line orders from DUs. 
• Additional tasks as necessary for business success, as assigned by management. 

Education/Experience 

• A BA in General Business or equivalent experience. 
• Minimum of 5+ years' experience managing people and leading teams. 
• 5+ years' experience managing P&Ls and operating budgets for game products. 
• Experience in the gaming industry preferred.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines and diverse work styles. 
• Strong desire to coach, develop, and empower people. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to multitask effectively while focusing on key drivers of studio success. 
• Strong analytical skills for quick decision-making. 
• Proactive in identifying and resolving roadblocks and issues. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). 

Hesitant to apply because you don't have all the experience or qualifications listed? Let us decide! The right candidate doesn't always match up perfectly on paper. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences bring fresh ideas and innovation to our team. If you're passionate about this role and believe your unique background and skills could contribute to our mission, we'd love to hear from you! 

• 22 Days of PTO Annually 
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 
• Competitive 401K Match 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Fertility & Family Building Benefits
• Legal & Identity Theft Support
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days Off 
• Flexible & Hybrid Schedules 
• Extensive Game Discounts 
• $250 Annually in Game Bucks 
• Career Growth & Development 
• Mental Health Programs 
• Virtual Healthcare Options 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee Referral Program 

At asmodee, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare and 401(k) retirement plans, as well as generous paid time off and hybrid schedules to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide a competitive total rewards and compensation package, with several benefits listed below. 

Actual compensation for this role is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, market conditions and specific work location. Base Salary Range: $115,000-$130,000.