Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
WI · On-site
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
WI · On-site
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
NY · On-site
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
NY · On-site
Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing Preferred Qualifications * Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects * Knowledge of ...
Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$40 - $55/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$40 - $55/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$40 - $60/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
$40 - $60/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer (Remote)
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$40 - $55/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
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Senior Video Editor & AI Motion Designer (Remote)
Los Angeles, CA · Remote
$40 - $55/hr
You'll create cut scenes for interactive stories, gameplay videos, social content, product ... Exceptional storytelling instincts, strong grasp of narrative structure, and cinematic pacing.
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Woodland Hills, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Woodland Hills, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Video Editor
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$75K - $80K/yr
Shape narrative and emotional impact through editing choices, ensuring every piece connects and ... Expected to be available on game days in an editing and post-production capacity. * Willingness to ...
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$174K/yr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$174K/yr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level (Contingent)
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level Contingent
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Game Designer, Level Contingent
Santa Monica, CA · On-site
$58.03 - $65/hr
... narrative, gameplay, and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II ... Create scenarios, place game objects, and implement level progression using game editor tools
Provide real-time game and event coverage by editing content for the NBA's nightly, weekly, and ... Demonstrated ability to produce highly polished video content involving narrative structure ...
Provide real-time game and event coverage by editing content for the NBA's nightly, weekly, and ... Demonstrated ability to produce highly polished video content involving narrative structure ...
Provide real-time game and event coverage by editing content for the NBA's nightly, weekly, and ... Demonstrated ability to produce highly polished video content involving narrative structure ...
Provide real-time game and event coverage by editing content for the NBA's nightly, weekly, and ... Demonstrated ability to produce highly polished video content involving narrative structure ...
Video Editor Intern
Orlando, FL · On-site
Going into our 9th year as an organization, the Orlando Pirates have made multiple title game ... Understanding of narrative structure, pacing, music selection, and sound design. * Must have ...
Video Editor Intern
Orlando, FL · On-site
Going into our 9th year as an organization, the Orlando Pirates have made multiple title game ... Understanding of narrative structure, pacing, music selection, and sound design. * Must have ...
AI Narrative Producer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... editors, video and branded-content producers, creative directors, narrative game designers, documentary and short-form creators, generative AI filmmakers, and creative technologists. What success ...
AI Narrative Producer
Cambridge, MA · On-site
... editors, video and branded-content producers, creative directors, narrative game designers, documentary and short-form creators, generative AI filmmakers, and creative technologists. What success ...
Experience with 3D level editors * Understanding of narrative principles, and conveying emotion through gameplay * Experience with the following areas of design * Behavior Trees * Melee * Combat ...
Experience with 3D level editors * Understanding of narrative principles, and conveying emotion through gameplay * Experience with the following areas of design * Behavior Trees * Melee * Combat ...
Game Developer
New York, NY · On-site
$38 - $40/hr
Collaborate with designers to translate narrative horror elements into elegant analog rules that ... Proven track record in tabletop game development, set design, or technical editing within trading ...
Game Developer
New York, NY · On-site
$38 - $40/hr
Collaborate with designers to translate narrative horror elements into elegant analog rules that ... Proven track record in tabletop game development, set design, or technical editing within trading ...
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How much do game narrative editor jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for game narrative 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 the difference between Game Narrative Editor vs Game Writer?
| Aspect | Game Narrative Editor | Game Writer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Refines and structures story content, ensuring coherence and flow | Creates original storylines, dialogues, and character development |
| Required Skills | Story editing, narrative structuring, editing software proficiency | Creative writing, storytelling, scriptwriting |
| Work Environment | Collaborative with writers, designers, and developers in game studios | Primarily creative, often working independently or with a team |
| Common Usage | Used in game development to polish narrative content | Used to craft the initial story and dialogue content |
In summary, a Game Narrative Editor focuses on refining and structuring existing story content, while a Game Writer is responsible for creating original narratives and dialogues. Both roles are essential in game storytelling but serve different stages of the narrative development process.
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Video Editor
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Keywords Studios Plc •
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 10K+ employees10,000+ employees
Other
Posted 8 days ago
Keywords Studios rating
8.7
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
9th of 79 rated media
Job description
As an Editor, you’ll lead multiple complex, fast-paced video projects simultaneously, from pre-production through post. You’ll collaborate closely with the creative team, capture team, producers, assistant editors, and motion graphics designers to craft innovative trailers.
Responsibilities- Collaborate with the creative team, producers, and (in most cases) the capture team to conceptualize and deliver high-quality trailers for a variety of platforms and uses
- Implement sound design, music, and voice-over elements to enhance the emotional impact of each trailer
- Partner with the graphics team to apply visual effects and motion graphics that highlight key moments, dialogue, and character expressions
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve
- Proven experience editing trailers
- A strong portfolio demonstrating a deep understanding of storytelling, pacing, and action-driven editing
- Experience integrating VFX and sound design
- Strong grasp of narrative structure, pacing, and emotional tone in trailer editing
- Experience editing trailers for video games or cinematic projects
- Knowledge of multiplayer games, RPGs, and FPS titles
- Passion for video games and storytelling
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex ideas eloquently
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment
About Keywords Studios
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Whatever the scale of your project, whatever the time frame, whatever your location: Keywords is here for you, bringing our network of 13,000+ people and 70+ studios together to deliver the unified solutions you need. We offer everything necessary to ensure your project achieves its full potential and that strategic opportunities are turned into long-term growth. The games industry is complex and fast-moving. Working with Keywords allows you to remain lean and agile, and to remain focused on creating the world’s most immersive playing experiences. Our network of studios brings best-in-class experience, expertise, technology and capacity across the full development, release and player-support lifecycle.
Industry
Arts, entertainment, and recreation
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Burbank, CA, US