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Writopia Lab

Game Leader, UWS

New York, NY · On-site

$25/hr

Our Game Leaders are half camp counselors (fun, funny, warm, and engaging) and half adventurous creatives who love role playing games and inventive storytelling. Writopia Lab's Game Leaders meet ...

Echtra Games

Gameplay Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... game studio comprised of seasoned developers who helped and shaped the world of action role-playing games. It is a sub-organization of Zynga. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San ...

Echtra Games

Senior Gameplay Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... game studio comprised of seasoned developers who helped and shaped the world of action role-playing games. It is a sub-organization of Zynga. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in San ...

Hasbro

Sr Worldbuilding Art Director WOTC

Renton, WA · Hybrid

Our adventuring party at Dungeons & Dragons, the world's greatest role-playing game, is looking for a ground- breaking Senior Art Director to join our award-winning team. A creative individual who ...

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How much do role playing game jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for role playing game in the United States is $92,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Role-Playing Game (RPG) Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RPG Designer, you need a solid understanding of game mechanics, storytelling, and world-building, often supported by a background in game design or related fields. Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity or Unreal), scripting languages, and prototyping tools is typically required. Creativity, collaboration, and strong communication skills help designers generate innovative gameplay experiences and work effectively within development teams. These skills are essential for crafting engaging and immersive RPGs that resonate with players and succeed in a competitive market.

What are the most common challenges faced by a Role Playing Game (RPG) Designer during the development process?

One of the most common challenges for RPG Designers is balancing complex gameplay mechanics with an engaging narrative, ensuring that neither overshadows the other. Coordinating with writers, artists, and programmers to create a cohesive world while meeting deadlines can also be demanding. Additionally, designers often need to iterate on player feedback to refine game systems and maintain player engagement throughout long play sessions. Successful RPG Designers thrive in collaborative environments and are adept at problem-solving and adapting to shifting project needs.

What are role-playing games (RPGs)?

Role-playing games (RPGs) are a genre of games where players assume the roles of characters in a fictional setting. Players collaboratively create stories, make decisions, and often follow rules or guidelines to determine the outcomes of their actions. RPGs can be played in person with pen and paper (like Dungeons & Dragons), with computer or video games, or even online with others. The focus is typically on character development, storytelling, and immersive experiences. These games encourage creativity, teamwork, and strategic thinking.
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Game Leader, UWS

Game Leader, UWS

Writopia Lab

New York, NY • On-site

$25/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Overview
Are you a Game Leader (GL) or Dungeon Master (DM) who loves working with kids and teens? Writopia Lab, an award-winning 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that runs the country's best creative writing workshops for kids ages 6 to 18, is looking for part-time RPG enthusiasts to run D&D 5e and other role-playing games in-person at our lab on the Upper West Side in Manhattan using Zoom, Roll20, and D&D Beyond.
Since its formation in New York City in 2007, Writopia Lab has grown into a nationwide community of young writers. Our mission is to foster joy, literacy, and critical thinking in children and teens from all backgrounds through creative writing (and gaming!).
Our summer games on the UWS run for week-long sessions, three hours a day in the afternoons Monday through Friday. We are looking for GLs who can commit to four or more weeks in the afternoons between the end of June and the end of August (they do not need to be consecutive weeks).
What Game Leaders Do
Our goal is to develop social and emotional life skills through gaming. Our Game Leaders are half camp counselors (fun, funny, warm, and engaging) and half adventurous creatives who love role playing games and inventive storytelling. Writopia Lab's Game Leaders meet players where they are, providing instruction and support to help new players learn to love RPGs and delivering a next-level gaming experience to those who have already played before.
We train our GLs in our method and we provide adventures for our Game Leaders to run. We provide all the dice, battlemats, and other gaming materials you need to run a fantastic campaign.
Qualifications and Requirements
  • Three years as a Game Leader or Dungeon Master
  • Proficiency running Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
  • Proficiency with other RPG systems such as Avatar Legends, Kids on Brooms, and Esper Genesis preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working with kids and/or teens in a creative environment

Location, Pay, Hours
Location: This is an in-person position at Writopia Lab, 155 West 81st Street, New York, NY
Pay: $25 per hour for leading games; $17 per hour for administrative tasks. Most hours will be paid at the leading games rate.
Hours: Generally 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Mondays through Fridays.
How to Apply
If you are excited by the idea of joining a community of creatives and working on collaborative storytelling with children and teens, please apply. (Don't forget to attach your resume and cover letter, which should discuss your RPG history!) For more information regarding who we are and what we do here at Writopia Lab, please visit our website at www.writopialab.org. Please do not submit cover letters or other application materials generated by AI.
Writopia Lab, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.
Writopia Lab, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Writopia Lab does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or on any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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