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With overall direction from the Gaming Team, the Game Development Coordinator supports the conceptualization and development of products related to our Trading Card Game (TCG) category. They are heavily involved with all QA and QC aspects of the product. They also function as a crucial point of contact for various team members. They coordinate communication, product quality, and product accuracy while ensuring everyone has the necessary tools and information to move the product forward.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Product Development :
- Documentation - Creates and maintains checklists and maintains product requirements for product content and communicates this information throughout the organization.
- Intellectual Property Knowledge - Must be able to determine and report on the driving factors for any IP they oversee.
- Industry Trends - Understands and keeps up to date with TCG value drivers.
- Quality Assurance / Quality Control :
- Game Testing - This includes playing through the game multiple times, in diverse ways, and under various conditions.
- Identify Potential Issues – This could include rule clarity and errors, gameplay inconsistencies, game balance, game breaking loops, or issues with game components.
- Game Design Feedback – Must be able to both identify potential issues but also give feedback on potential solutions.
- Marketing, Advertising, Promotion, and Solicitation Activity :
- Marketing Feedback - Provide input into Marketing/Advertising/PR campaigns as requested.
- Travel Availability - Traveling to conventions and events locally, nationally, or globally to promote products and educate the player base.
- Communication :
- Cross Department Interaction - Responsible for keeping team members up to date with ranging developments for Upper Deck’s TCG initiatives acting as a liaison with other departments.
- Product Status Updates - Coordinates any key deliverable milestones and alterations across all departments.
The Game Development Coordinator will interact with numerous departments within the company as well as external parties. The core team will consist of the TCG Game Development Coordinator, Game Designer, Game Developer, and Brand Managers. Graphic Design, Photo, Art, and Editorial departments will be consulted heavily to ensure that content is conveyed properly. Project Managers will be constantly consulted to keep tasks on schedule and to meet licensor requirements when applicable. Financial and Legal requirements will also need to be considered, and those departments will be consulted when necessary. The Game Development Coordinator will collaborate with Customer Service as needed to help with customer issues. Lastly, may be asked to participate in live streams for various Upper Deck social media outlets to interact with collectors and the community.
Education/Years Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience with TCGs.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Passion for tabletop gaming with an extensive TCG background.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to oversee multiple, high priority projects with keen attention to detail.
- Team Collaboration skills to be able to work in a professional, team-based environment.
- Superior analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in the Microsoft 365 suite (advanced expertise with Excel)
- The ability to create and maintain complex Microsoft Excel spreadsheets is a plus.
- General Pop Culture knowledge and interest is preferred.
- Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent judgment when needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred.
- 4+ years of experience with TCGs.