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Hasbro

Sr Game Designer - D&D

Renton, WA · On-site

$112K - $168K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Game Designer to work with our design team to conceptualize and build ... Volunteer and Community Initiatives * Learning & Development * Exclusive Perks Please review our ...

Age of Learning, Inc.

Lead UX/Game Designer

Glendale, CA · On-site +1

$140K - $165K/yr

The Lead UX/Game Designer will work across all of ABCmouse's game experiences: improving existing ... 16 paid volunteer hours per year * 7 paid days for company-wide year end closure (includes 3 ...

Epoch Games

Lead 3D Game Artist

Winston Salem, NC

Company Description Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We have no centrally-located headquarters and are unincorporated at this time. Most of the original ...

AEG

Game Day Volunteer

Columbus, GA · On-site

This internship is designed for individuals interested in game operations, live event production, fan experience, and sports entertainment. As a Game Operations Volunteer, you will work directly with ...

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

This is a volunteer role helping kids save lives. * Stream esports content on platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook Gaming. * Engage with viewers, fostering a positive and inclusive ...

Asmodee

Game Design Manager, TCG

Roseville, MN · On-site +1

They are responsible for managing the game designers of the TCG Design + Development team. They ... Legal & Identity Theft Support * 2 Paid Volunteer Days Off * Flexible & Hybrid Schedules

Games For Love

Esports Streamer

Lynnwood, WA · On-site +1

This is a volunteer role helping kids save lives. Responsibilities: * Stream esports content on platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook Gaming. * Engage with viewers, fostering a positive and ...

LA28

Services Lead, Beach Volleyball

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Manage a team of Sport Specific Volunteers including recruitment, retention, training, scheduling, recognition and task delegation * Act as point of contact with LA28 Functional areas to solve Games ...

Epoch Games

Unreal Engine Level Designer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$93K/yr

Company Description Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. The ... We are still building a long list of assets; we expect our Level Designers to be resourceful with ...

Peach Tree Place

Volunteer

Weatherford, TX · On-site

Plan and lead recreational activities such as board games, arts and crafts, or themed events ... We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities designed to match your unique talents and passions.

Rio at Mission Trails

Volunteer

San Antonio, TX

Plan and lead recreational activities such as board games, arts and crafts, or themed events ... We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities designed to match your unique talents and passions.

Rio at Mission Trails

Volunteer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Plan and lead recreational activities such as board games, arts and crafts, or themed events ... We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities designed to match your unique talents and passions.

Sunflower Park Health Care

Volunteer

Kaufman, TX · On-site

Plan and lead recreational activities such as board games, arts and crafts, or themed events ... We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities designed to match your unique talents and passions.

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How much do volunteer game designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer game designer in the United States is $149,118.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $155,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a volunteer game designer?

A Volunteer Game Designer is an unpaid role where individuals contribute to the design and development of a game, usually for indie studios, non-profits, or passion projects. Responsibilities may include creating game mechanics, level design, writing documentation, or playtesting. It’s a great way to gain experience, build a portfolio, and collaborate with other developers. While unpaid, it can lead to networking opportunities and potential future job prospects.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect as a volunteer game designer?

As a Volunteer Game Designer, you may work on a range of projects from creating new game concepts to refining gameplay mechanics for existing titles, often for nonprofit organizations, indie teams, or community initiatives. Your responsibilities could include designing levels, writing storylines, or playtesting and providing feedback. You'll frequently collaborate with other volunteers such as artists, programmers, and writers, requiring strong teamwork skills. Flexibility and proactive communication are important, as volunteer teams are often distributed and may have less formal structure. This role provides hands-on experience and a chance to build your portfolio while supporting creative and meaningful projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the volunteer game designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Game Designer, you should have a solid understanding of game design principles, creativity, and a portfolio showcasing your work. Familiarity with tools like Unity, Unreal Engine, or game asset creation software is beneficial, though formal certifications are typically not required. Strong communication, collaboration, and time-management skills help you work effectively with diverse teams, often in remote or flexible settings. These skills ensure you can contribute meaningfully to game projects, adapt to varying team needs, and create engaging gameplay experiences even in a volunteer capacity.

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Infographic showing various Volunteer Game Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,118 per year, or $71.7 per hour.

Principal Game Designer, D&D Universes Beyond

Hasbro

Renton, WA • On-site

$143K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Posted 8 days ago

Hasbro rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

We take play seriously. We're looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what's never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you'll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.
The Principal Game Designer - D&D Universes Beyond will help define the next generation of Dungeons & Dragons play, creating expressions that welcome players into the hobby while honoring what makes D&D iconic. This position involves developing product vision from early possibility into authentic, accessible, and unmistakably D&D experiences, all while leading and mentoring a team of game designers.
This is a hybrid role requiring three days a week in our Renton, WA office.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Shape the design vision for new play experiences, product formats, and audience opportunities with senior leadership.
  • Explore how D&D core principles can adapt to different worlds, genres, play styles, and form factors while preserving the heart of the game.
  • Establish game design practices and standards, helping teams move from ambiguity to focused creative direction.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure each experience captures the spirit of its world, serves its audience, and delivers on the creative vision.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of game designers, setting a high bar for craft, collaboration, and player-centered thinking.
  • Step into hands-on design development, leading critical initiatives and helping teams find clarity, momentum, and creative solutions.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
  • 8+ years of experience in game design, product innovation, or related roles with proven ownership of game design direction across long-form print products.
  • Strong understanding of D&D and RPG game systems and how mechanics, content, progression, narrative, social dynamics, and player choices shape engagement.
  • Integrates audience research, segmentation, playtesting, and market insights to shape design direction.
  • Experience working with partners, creative collaborators, or licensed properties, adapting narrative and mechanics to fit established worlds, brands, and approval needs.
  • Strong communication and storytelling skills when aligning leadership, partners, and cross-functional teams around creative concepts, recommendations, tradeoffs, and design rationale.
  • People management experience, including mentoring designers, giving feedback, supporting career growth, and building healthy team practices.
Nice to Have:
  • Broad familiarity across the gaming category including tabletop games, roleplaying games, board games, video games, etc.
  • A love of pop culture.

The pay transparency range for this role is listed below. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, location and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.
Pay Range
$143,400-$230,400 USD
Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:
  • Health & Wellness
  • Time Off to Recharge
  • Financial Well-being
  • Life & Family Support
  • Volunteer and Community Initiatives
  • Learning & Development
  • Exclusive Perks

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