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Hasbro

Sr Editor - Japanese Bilingual

Renton, WA

This Senior Game Editor position draws on your mastery of the Japanese language, drive for thoroughness and consistency, and love of collaboration. Our team of outstanding editors collaborates to ...

Hasbro

Sr Editor - Japanese Bilingual

Renton, WA · On-site

$87K - $149K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

This Senior Game Editor position draws on your mastery of the Japanese language, drive for thoroughness and consistency, and love of collaboration. Our team of outstanding editors collaborates to ...

Jackbox Games

Video Editor - Contract

Chicago, IL

$40 - $55/hr

Jackbox Games is looking for a Contract Video Editor to join our marketing team! * Hourly Rate: $40-55/hr (dependent on experience) * Hours Per Week: 10/hr week (with potential to scale up) * Date ...

Naughty Dog

Cinematics Editor

Santa Monica, CA

Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention ... We are looking for an Editor to assist the editorial team with cinematics for our upcoming title.

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How much do game editor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for game editor in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game editor?

Game Editors are specialized software tools used by game developers and designers to create, modify, and manage different aspects of video games. They allow users to edit levels, characters, environments, and other in-game assets without needing to write code from scratch. Game editors streamline the development process, making it easier to prototype ideas, test changes, and polish the final product. Examples include Unity Editor, Unreal Engine Editor, and custom editors built for specific games.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Editor, you need a solid understanding of game mechanics, narrative design, and editing principles, often backed by a degree in English, communications, or game design. Familiarity with game development engines (like Unity or Unreal), content management systems, and editing software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective collaboration skills help a Game Editor stand out. These competencies ensure clear, engaging, and consistent in-game content, directly impacting the player's experience and the game's overall quality.

What is the difference between Game Editor vs Game Designer?

AspectGame EditorGame Designer
Primary RoleEditing and refining game content, scripts, and assetsConceptualizing and designing game mechanics, story, and levels
Required SkillsAttention to detail, editing, scripting, knowledge of game enginesCreativity, storytelling, level design, programming basics
Work EnvironmentGame development studios, editing suites, collaborative teamsDesign studios, creative teams, often involved in early development stages
Common UsageUsed in game localization, content refinement, and QA processesUsed in initial game concept creation and level development

While both roles are integral to game development, a Game Editor focuses on refining and editing existing game content, ensuring quality and consistency. In contrast, a Game Designer is responsible for creating the core concepts, mechanics, and overall game experience. Both roles require a strong understanding of game development tools, but their focus areas differ significantly.

How does a game editor typically collaborate with designers and developers during the game development process?

Game Editors work closely with both game designers and developers to ensure that game content is both functional and engaging. They often review scripts, dialogue, and storylines, providing feedback and making edits to maintain consistency and enhance player experience. Collaboration frequently involves attending team meetings, using project management tools, and communicating changes or suggestions promptly. This teamwork ensures that the final product aligns with the creative vision while maintaining technical feasibility.
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Infographic showing various Game Editor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,728 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Game Designer, Level (Contingent)

Naughty Dog

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$174K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, Yoh Enterprise Solutions.  Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.

This is a hybrid / onsite position based at our studio in Santa Monica, CA

For nearly 40 years, Naughty Dog has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. We're also proud to say that The Last of Us Part I is now available for the first time on PC. 


Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative, character-driven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contribute to the overall well-being and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.

What you will do:

  • Design the layouts for your levels, blocking out simplified geometry to create engaging environments 
  • Develop level composition, architectural concepts, and create evocative shapes in collaboration with the art department 
  • Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools 
  • Produce and maintain documentation that establishes the core concepts of your level 
  • Drive communication and collaboration for spaces you design as well as other parts of the game, ensuring communication across disciplines and meeting deadlines 
  • Effective and respectful communicator and collaborator, both with other designers and members of other departments 
  • Coordinate extensive playtesting, reviews, and iteration 
  • Additional Responsibilities may be assigned as needed 

What skills you will use: 

  • 3+ years of industry experience in Level Design experience for games 
  • Experience blocking out environments for games using 3D software packages such as Maya, Unreal Editor or otherwise, that exemplify understanding of level design fundamentals 
  • Experience using a game editor such as Unreal Editor and scripting/programming using a language such as C#, Lua, Python, Visual Scripting 
  • Excitement for learning and growing as a designer. Keen to develop new skills. 
  • Proficient and effective communication skills 
  • Welcomes criticism and has experience collaborating as part of a team, innovating without losing sight of the gameplay vision 
  • Understanding the single player gaming landscape 
  • Maintains knowledge of the broader gaming landscape trends 
  • Problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude. 

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete a design test.

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