Recruitment — Open Positions

📋 Context

The Duel Commander Committee consists of five voting members responsible for overseeing and shaping the format.

As some of you may know, Crimelune / Flavien is stepping down in the near future. We are getting ahead of this transition by opening applications now.

We're looking for a committed individual with a strong understanding of the format and its community.

✉️ How to Apply

Applications must be submitted in writing. Your application must address two points:

🔭 Your Vision of the Format

  • What place does Duel Commander hold within the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, in your view?
  • What are its strengths and weaknesses?
  • What draws players to this format — and what keeps them here?

🛠️ What You Want to Bring to the Table

  • Your past experience and involvement related to the format or its community
  • Skills and knowledge relevant to the committee's work
  • The directions you'd like to see the format take, and how you intend to contribute to them
📌 Recruitment Process
1

Written Application

Submit your application to the email address below.

2

Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a conversation with the committee to discuss their candidacy.

3

Onboarding

A supported integration period to help you settle into the role.

✉️ Apply for Core Member

This position is open to everyone, without distinction. All applications are reviewed carefully and fairly.

📢 The Opportunity
Status: Volunteer Reports to: Communication Manager Team: Duel Commander Committee

The Duel Commander Committee is looking for a volunteer Community Manager to animate and develop its presence on Bluesky, Facebook, and Reddit.

Are you passionate about the Duel Commander format and social media? Do you want to actively contribute to the life of our international community?

🎯 What We're Looking For
  • An English-speaking person, another language being a valued plus
  • A player involved in the Duel Commander community, with strong knowledge of the format and its stakes
  • Someone autonomous in creating content adapted to each social network
  • An ability to animate and bring a community to life on a regular basis
🎁 What We Offer
  • The opportunity to directly contribute to the evolution of an internationally appreciated format
  • Visibility within the Magic: The Gathering community
  • Close collaboration with the committee and other communication team members
  • Flexibility in organizing your time, according to your availability
Commitment: Volunteer position, with the time you can dedicate to it. We're looking for regular presence rather than intensive work.
💼 Responsibilities
Communication & Community Animation
  • Publish regular content on Bluesky, Facebook, and Reddit (announcements, discussions, format news)
  • Adapt the tone and format of publications to each platform
  • Answer community questions and moderate discussions
  • Create engagement (polls, metagame discussions, event coverage)
  • Relay official committee announcements (banlist changes, rule modifications, news)
Content Creation
  • Write posts in English, and in other languages when possible depending on audiences
  • Produce original content to animate the community between official announcements
  • Monitor trends in the format and topics of interest
Coordination
  • Collaborate with the communication manager to align editorial strategy
  • Participate in communication meetings if necessary
  • Report community feedback and concerns to the committee
✅ Desired Profile
Essential Skills
  • Fluent in English (oral and written), another language being an asset
  • Excellent knowledge of the Duel Commander format and its specificities
  • Active involvement in the Magic: The Gathering community
  • Autonomy in content creation and management
  • Writing skills and communication sense
  • Understanding of social media codes and practices (Bluesky, Facebook, Reddit)
  • Regular availability to ensure continuous presence
Appreciated Skills (Not Mandatory)
  • Experience in community management or digital communication
  • Graphic design skills (Canva, Photoshop, etc.)
  • Knowledge of publication scheduling tools
  • Experience in online community moderation
  • Knowledge of competitive play and tournament circuits
Personal Qualities
  • Community service mindset
  • Diplomacy and ability to handle sometimes tense exchanges
  • Creativity in content production
  • Team spirit and good communication
  • Passion for Magic: The Gathering and the Duel Commander format
📌 Recruitment Process
1

Submit Your Application

Send a free-form application: introduction, involvement, motivations, and examples of created content if available.

2

Discussion

A conversation with the communication manager to discuss the role and your fit.

3

Progressive Integration

Join the team with a support period to help you get started smoothly.

📋 Conditions

Duration: Long-term commitment desired to ensure continuity.

  • Direct contribution to the evolution of a recognized format
  • Visibility within the international Magic community
  • Development of community management skills
  • Official recognition of your role

✉️ Apply for Community Manager

This opportunity is open to all, without distinction.

🤝 Want to Help?

The Duel Commander project is community-driven, and we're always happy to welcome new contributors. If you have skills, time, or ideas you'd like to offer — even if they don't fit a specific open position — we'd love to hear from you.

Whether it's a one-time contribution or an ongoing involvement, every bit of help strengthens the format and the community around it.

✉️ Get in Touch

No formal application needed — just introduce yourself!