Christen Groves
About Christen Groves
Christen Groves is a Senior Creative Manager at Wizards of the Coast, specializing in Magic: The Gathering. With a diverse background in both the feature film and game industries, she has held various roles at notable companies including Blue Sky Studios and Paramount Animation.
Current Role at Wizards of the Coast
Christen Groves serves as the Senior Creative Manager for Magic: The Gathering at Wizards of the Coast. In this role, she leads multidisciplinary teams, focusing on the development and production of creative content for the iconic trading card game. Her experience in both the feature film and game industries informs her approach to content creation, allowing her to produce engaging and innovative material that resonates with the game's audience. She has been with Wizards of the Coast since 2022, contributing to the ongoing evolution of the Magic: The Gathering brand.
Previous Experience in Animation
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, Christen Groves held several positions in the animation industry. She worked at Blue Sky Studios as a Production Coordinator from 2018 to 2020, and prior to that, she was a Production Assistant at the same studio from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Production Supervisor in Art at Paramount Animation for three months in 2021 and as a Production Supervisor for Visual Development at Warner Bros. Animation for seven months in 2021. This diverse background in animation has equipped her with valuable skills in creative management.
Education and Academic Background
Christen Groves earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Visualization from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in art and creative processes, which she applies in her current role as a Senior Creative Manager. Her academic training has been instrumental in her ability to lead creative teams and produce high-quality content.
Leadership and Team Management
In her current position, Christen Groves leads multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating her leadership capabilities in creative management. Her experience in various roles within the animation and gaming industries has honed her skills in overseeing projects and guiding teams towards successful outcomes. This leadership experience is crucial in her role at Wizards of the Coast, where collaboration and innovation are key to developing engaging content.
Writing and Creative Contributions
Prior to her work in animation, Christen Groves was a Writer at Bark & Co. from 2015 to 2016. This role allowed her to develop her writing skills and contribute creatively to projects. Additionally, she served as the SIGGRAPH 2015 Team Leader for ACM SIGGRAPH, where she managed a team for the event. These experiences reflect her diverse skill set and ability to contribute creatively across different platforms.