At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!

Who We Are

Wizards of the Coast is a family of explorers, risk-takers, and game-makers who are passionate about crafting unforgettable play experiences. As a subsidiary of Hasbro, we bring to life iconic games such as Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, engaging millions of fans around the world. Join us as we continue to innovate and build a thriving global community of players.

We Are Looking For

A passionate and experienced Manager - Magic Judge Program to lead the strategic development and execution of the Magic: The Gathering Judge Program. In this role, you will ensure judges are empowered, supported, and equipped to maintain integrity, consistency, and high-quality player experiences across all levels of play. As a member of the play team, you will collaborate closely with teams including events, communications, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to cultivate a professional and diverse judge community that supports in-store, regional, and premier-level events.

What You'll Do

• Build, own and evolve the vision, structure, and execution of the Magic: The Gathering Judge Program globally.
• Develop certification pathways, advancement criteria, and continuing education tools for judges at all experience levels.
• Work with internal team members and third-party organizations to ensure operational excellence in judge deployment and performance at events.
• Establish and maintain a code of conduct, disciplinary procedures, and support systems to ensure a respectful and safe judging environment.
• Build scalable systems for judge recruitment, training, recognition, and retention.
• Advocate for program requirements in cross-functional meetings and long-term planning.
• Act as a liaison between Wizards and the global judge community, providing regular communication and support.
• Monitor program metrics and feedback to continuously refine and improve outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in event operations, program management, or community leadership—preferably in a gaming, esports, or tabletop environment.
• Deep knowledge of Magic: The Gathering play events, rules enforcement, and tournament structures.
• Strong understanding of Magic’s organized play ecosystem and the role judges play in maintaining event integrity as well as player experience and satisfaction.
• Proven ability to build systems and programs that scale globally.
• Outstanding communication, conflict resolution, and collaborator management skills.

What We Value

• A collaborative approach and a dedication to cross-functional teamwork.
• Passion for Magic: The Gathering and the communities it serves.
• Initiative, creativity, and drive to build programs that inspire trust and excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or coordinator.

The base salary range for this position is $102,000.00 to $162,200.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and market conditions. Additionally, employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match
• Life & Family Support: Paid Parental Leave
• Giving Back: Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs
• Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement
• Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts & More!

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