Rules Editor

Role Summary
Fanatics Collectibles is building the future of trading card games.

The Fanatics TCG studio is creating the next generation of global TCG franchises — combining compelling IP, innovative gameplay systems, and premium collectible objects.

At the core of every great TCG is clarity.

Players must be able to understand what cards do, how systems work, and how interactions resolve — across thousands of cards and many years of evolution.

We are seeking a

Rules Editor

to help define and maintain the language of the game.

This role sits at the intersection of

game design, editorial, and systems design

— ensuring that every card is expressed with precision, consistency, and readability, while contributing to the long‑term integrity of the rules system.

The ideal candidate combines

exceptional attention to detail, strong editorial instincts, and a deep understanding of game systems .

What You’ll Do
Define and Maintain Rules Templating

Develop and maintain the

rules templating standards

for the game.

Establish consistent language for how mechanics, abilities, and interactions are expressed.

Ensure that templating scales across

thousands of cards and evolving mechanics .

Edit Card Text for Clarity and Consistency

Review and edit

card names, rules text, and supporting text

for clarity, correctness, and consistency.

Ensure that cards communicate their function clearly to both

new and experienced players .

Balance precision with readability, maintaining a clear and approachable voice.

Partner Closely with Game Design

Work with designers to translate mechanics into

clear, rules‑accurate card text .

Identify ambiguities, edge cases, and unintended interactions early in the design process.

Provide feedback that improves both

card clarity and system coherence .

Support Rules System Development

Contribute to the development and maintenance of the

comprehensive rules system .

Help ensure alignment between

card text and underlying rules .

Identify gaps or inconsistencies in rules and propose solutions.

Build Editorial Standards and Processes

Establish workflows for

card editing, review, and approval .

Help define style guides and editorial standards for the game.

Partner with production and tools teams to integrate editorial into the

card creation pipeline .

Ensure Long‑Term System Integrity

Think beyond individual cards to ensure the system remains

coherent, extensible, and resilient

over time.

Help future‑proof templating and rules decisions as new mechanics are introduced.

Maintain a high bar for

accuracy, consistency, and player comprehension .

What You Bring

3–8+ years of experience

in editing, rules design, or similar roles in games, publishing, or technical writing.

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with

precision and consistency at scale .

Strong understanding of

game systems and how rules interact .

Ability to translate complex ideas into

clear, concise language .

Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams, especially

design and production .

Passion for

trading card games, tabletop games, or systems‑driven design .

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with

trading card games or tabletop rules systems .

Background in

technical writing, editing, or structured content systems .

Familiarity with

rules templating or card text development .

Experience contributing to

style guides or editorial standards .

Why Join Fanatics TCG
Fanatics Collectibles is building the future of fandom.

The Fanatics TCG studio represents a rare opportunity to help define the language of a new game — shaping how players understand, learn, and experience it for years to come.

As a

Rules Editor , your work will sit at the foundation of the player experience — ensuring that every card is clear, consistent, and part of a system that holds together over time.

If you’re excited about precision, systems, and crafting language that brings games to life, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary and Benefits
Seattle Salary Range

$123,050—$154,100 USD

The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short‑term or long‑term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to Seattle and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/.

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