Editorial Assistant

DSS GAMES is a leading creator of irreverent, one-of-a-kind social games. With each game, we strive to “keep it weird” and make our games in the most environmentally sustainable way possible.

Our games are sold nationally through accounts such as Amazon, Target, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Urban Outfitters, and more. All of our games are actually tabletop games (not video games or apps!) We are all about getting people off their phones and into the here and now.

Welcome to DSS GAMES!

As our Editorial Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the product development process. You will work closely with the design, production, and marketing teams to review, edit, and refine game materials, ensuring they are engaging, error-free, and align with our brand's voice and style.

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.

Full-time position with benefits

Reports To: Editorial Director

Editorial: 50%

• Assist in the editorial development for all games to be published by DSS GAMES
• Hands-on developmental editorial work for games in development
• Provide Editorial Director’s feedback and direction to freelance writers and designers
• Give feedback on package copy
• Works with Production Designer on editorial notes to ensure corrections are made
• Grow the Company’s base of freelance writers and copy editors
• Work with other Company Department heads (Sales, Marketing) to review copy on larger public-facing projects (such as new copy for Company website)
• Lead the reprints portion of game development alongside Production Designer
• Attend trade shows
• Proofread all game files at various stages in development
• Collaborates with Production Designer on creating and updating department & freelancer SOPs, references, and templates

Departmental Admin: 30%

• Ensure game files are up to date, labeled, and stored in the correct locations on the drive
• Oversee and update schedules for all titles in development in deadlines tracker
• Update action items and schedules on Monday.com
• Write product copy and work with Junior Graphic Designer to make product mockups for sales purposes, tradeshows, and internal documents
• Update weekly meeting agendas for editorial review & department meeting agendas
• Coordinate and schedule meetings for individuals or teams
• Reviews & approves invoices from freelancers
• Manages deadlines to help Editorial Director & product development team to stay on schedule

Playtesting: 10%

• Support playtesting process all the way through to final findings
• Help gather feedback from playest groups; synthesize findings
• Give feedback on game rules
• Develop objectives for specific play-tests for games in development

New Ideas: 10%

• Organize meetings + agendas for Publishing Committee
• Work with Editorial Director to expand our base of freelance game inventors/creators
• Help update and organize the running list for new ideas
• Review ideas submitted to the company from 3rd parties
• Conducts competitive research on game concepts and games

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional working experience
• Wants to learn + work in a creative field
• Bachelor's degree in English or related major
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Passionate about small business with entrepreneurial spirit
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred

• 2+ years of work experience in the field of Publishing or Editorial, or as Executive Assistant
• Comfortable in small, casual office environment
• Familiarity with Monday.com
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
• Is no stranger to FUN