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Nuage Designs Inc

Tabletop Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22/hr

As Tabletop Team Lead, your key responsibilities include: * Leading the tabletop team in inventory counting, inspection, and quality control. * Ensuring tabletop items are clean, organized, and ...

Havenly

Senior Upholstery & Hard Goods Designer

New York, NY · On-site

$111.60K - $119.20K/yr

Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Hard Goods Designer to lead the design and development of ... You will bring category expertise in hard goods (tabletop, decorative accessories, lighting ...

Moose Toys

Senior Product Designer - Games

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$105K - $110K/yr

Develop new tabletop games to final production-ready consumer products by working with both ... This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities ...

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How much do tabletop designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for tabletop designer in the United States is $30.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $38.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Tabletop Designer job?

A Tabletop Designer is responsible for creating board games, card games, and other tabletop experiences. They develop game mechanics, rules, themes, and components to ensure engaging and balanced gameplay. This role involves playtesting, refining mechanics, and collaborating with artists, writers, and manufacturers. Tabletop designers may work independently, for game publishers, or as part of a development team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tabletop Designer position, and why are they important?

A successful Tabletop Designer needs a strong foundation in game mechanics, storytelling, and visual design, often supported by experience in graphic design or related fields. Familiarity with prototyping tools, layout software like Adobe Creative Suite, and sometimes 3D modeling programs is highly beneficial. Creativity, attention to detail, and excellent teamwork and communication skills set outstanding designers apart. These abilities are crucial for developing engaging, balanced games and collaborating effectively with publishers, playtesters, and artists.

What does a typical project timeline look like for a Tabletop Designer, and how do they collaborate with other team members?

Project timelines for tabletop games can range from a few months for small-scale games to over a year for more complex projects. As a Tabletop Designer, you'll often start with concept development and prototyping, then iterate based on playtesting feedback before finalizing game rules and visual elements. Collaboration is key—designers regularly work alongside illustrators, writers, editors, and playtest coordinators to ensure a cohesive product. Open communication and flexibility help manage revisions and keep projects on track, making teamwork an essential part of the role. This collaborative process not only improves the final product but also provides valuable opportunities for skill development and professional growth.
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Infographic showing various Tabletop Designer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,917 per year, or $30.2 per hour.
Tabletop Lead

Tabletop Lead

Nuage Designs Inc

Chicago, IL • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

As Tabletop Team Lead, your key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the tabletop team in inventory counting, inspection, and quality control.

  • Ensuring tabletop items are clean, organized, and properly staged for outbound orders.

  • Supervising workflow and assigning tasks to meet event fulfillment deadlines.

  • Training team members on safe handling of fragile inventory and operational procedures.

Maintaining inventory accuracy and reporting damages or discrepancies in the system.

R e q u i r e d

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • 2+ years of experience in warehouse, dishwashing, tabletop or production environments.

  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

  • Strong attention to detail.

  • Ability to work in a high-volume environment.


Preferred

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

  • Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.


Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach throughout the workday in a warehouse environment.

  • Frequently required to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 lbs unassisted; team lift required for items exceeding 50 lbs.

  • Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory safely.

  • Must be able to remain on feet for extended periods and move throughout a large warehouse facility.


Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.


  • This position operates in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and moving equipment.

  • The employee may occasionally be required to work in outdoor loading dock areas subject to varying weather conditions.

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety footwear, high visibility vests, and gloves is required in designated areas.

  • Schedule flexibility is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.




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