A Board Game Designer is a creative professional who develops and creates new board games. They come up with ideas for gameplay, rules, and themes, often testing their concepts through prototypes. Designers work to ensure that their games are engaging, balanced, and enjoyable for players of various ages and skill levels. The process involves brainstorming, playtesting, and refining the game based on feedback. Successful designers may collaborate with publishers to produce and distribute their games, which can range from simple family games to complex strategy games. Notable designers include Klaus Teuber, known for Catan, and Reiner Knizia, famous for his many award-winning games.