Wyrd Miniatures is currently looking for a full-time Game Designer – Role Playing Games to work on new and ongoing projects. This position is responsible for creating and developing game systems, as well as content for games throughout our line, with a primary focus on Role Playing Games. This requires a deep understanding of system building and how to develop both for game balance and playability. Be prepared to take on many roles as part of a small and growing company.

Located in Marietta, GA (30 minutes north of Atlanta). Relocation is required.

Primary Job Duties

• Deep understanding of multiple Role Playing Game systems
• The ability to identify what makes a game “fun” while also understanding what makes it work
• Ability to think beyond what already exists in the industry
• Game Design
  Follow established precedent and remain true to the Intellectual Property (IP) and high quality associated with Wyrd Miniatures products.
  • Ability to meet multiple deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Maintain high-quality and frequent communication with other members of the development team and management
  • Coordinate with freelance vendors, including, designers, writers, editors, artists, and playtesters
  • Create vision and design goals for games under the direction of your supervisor
  • Clear and concise writing for rules
  • Develop creative content for game design, game background, and fiction stories
  • Write fiction for stories, bios, background, as needed
  • Write art and miniatures descriptions for production
• Maintain a high-functioning knowledge on all Wyrd games (including a Rules Marshal level of knowledge for Malifaux and all spin-off games)
• Additional Duties
  • Contribute ideas and content for Wyrd Miniatures websites
  • Forum moderation and Rules Marshal role
  • Assist in preparation and running of Wyrd Miniatures presence at conventions and trade shows

Requirements

• 2+ years of industry experience
• Game design experience (credit on at least 1 shipped game title), with demonstrated success in Role Playing Games
• Experience designing and implementing large numbers of game assets such as characters, creatures, items, settings, plot lines, abilities, and spells
• Experience leading a gaming project to completion
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Knowledge of Malifaux
• Veteran game player

What Makes You a Good Fit at Wyrd
Being a small but rapidly growing company, Wyrd pushes forward due to the employees ability to take the initiative, take chances, make mistakes and learn from them, and willingness to challenge the status quo in the industry. To succeed here, you must be eager to take on additional roles, and to innovate and pursue projects that management may not have even thought of yet. While we promote a relaxed atmosphere we know that to be successful in this competitive industry requires sound business practices. We highly value interaction with our community of gamers, creating a strong team of developers, and a close communication by management. Be prepared to use your knowledge of the industry to promote new ways that Wyrd might further define itself in positive ways. In short, we are looking for someone who is up for a challenge and willing to learn as they go!

Submission Requirements
Send an e-mail to [email protected] for job submittals.

(only applicants with all the following items will be considered)

• Resume
• List of Games you’ve worked on, including your role (indicate if there was credit given)
• Explain what you believe are 3 important elements to a successful and fun RPG, including why, and examples where they have been used.
• What are the most important elements of Malifaux you would preserve when converting to an RPG, and how would you do it?