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Game Writer Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

Clipwire Games is one of Canada's top grossing mobile game developers, and the creator of Monopoly ... Excellent written communicator and cross-functional collaborator, comfortable navigating production ...

Experience with object-oriented programming languages, game development, digital artistry, or real ... written exchanges in this language since the performance of the duties related to this position ...

Strong game design sensibility - can tell good gameplay from broken gameplay and can articulate why * Remote-first habits: clear async communication, writes things down, doesn't create silent ...

Strong game design sensibility -- can tell good gameplay from broken gameplay and can articulate why * Remote-first habits: clear async communication, writes things down, doesn't create silent ...

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How much do game writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for game writer in Quebec is $27.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much money do game writers make?

Game writers typically earn between $40,000 and $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the company. Senior or specialized writers with industry experience can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $100,000. Freelance game writers may have variable income based on project scope and client budgets.

What Does a Game Writer Do?

A game writer works in either the video gaming industry, the educational gaming industry, or the board game industry. Your responsibilities in this career are to come up with the story or narrative for a game, outline different aspects of the content, such as the world, setting, and characters that the player can be, and then create a script based on that outline. These duties are similar regardless of the type of game you are writing, although, with video game and education game writing, there is generally more collaboration among a larger team of writers, as well as between the writers and other technical workers, such as animators.

How do you become a game writer?

To become a game writer, you typically need strong storytelling skills, proficiency in writing and editing, and knowledge of game development tools or scripting languages. Building a portfolio of writing samples and gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions in game design can also help establish a career in game writing.

What is the difference between Game Writer vs Narrative Designer?

AspectGame WriterNarrative Designer
Primary RoleCreates dialogue, storylines, and scripts for gamesDesigns overall story structure, narrative flow, and player experience
Skills & CredentialsWriting, storytelling, scripting, often with coding knowledgeStorytelling, game design, scripting, and narrative integration
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with writers, designers, and developersWorks closely with design and development teams to shape story arcs
Industry UsageCommon in game studios, especially for story-heavy titlesUsed in game design teams focusing on narrative experience

While both roles focus on storytelling, a Game Writer primarily crafts dialogue and scripts, whereas a Narrative Designer shapes the overall story structure and player experience. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and focus within the game development process.

How do Game Writers typically collaborate with other members of the development team during the production process?

Game Writers work closely with designers, artists, and developers to ensure the narrative seamlessly integrates with gameplay and visual elements. They often participate in brainstorming sessions, provide narrative feedback on game mechanics, and revise scripts based on technical or artistic constraints. Effective collaboration requires strong communication skills and flexibility, as writers must frequently adapt their stories to fit changing project goals and feedback from other departments.

Are game writers in demand?

Game writers are in growing demand as the gaming industry expands, requiring skilled storytellers to develop engaging narratives and dialogue. Strong writing skills, familiarity with game development tools, and the ability to collaborate with designers and developers are important for success in this role.

What does a game writer do?

A game writer creates storylines, dialogue, character backgrounds, and narrative elements for video games. They collaborate with designers and developers to ensure the story integrates seamlessly with gameplay, often using scripting tools and storytelling techniques. Strong writing skills and understanding of game mechanics are essential for this role.

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

To thrive as a Game Writer, you need strong storytelling abilities, scriptwriting experience, and a background in creative writing, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with narrative design tools such as Twine, Ink, or game engines like Unity, as well as knowledge of branching dialogue systems, is typically required. Exceptional collaboration, adaptability, and communication skills help writers work effectively with designers, artists, and developers. These skills are crucial for creating immersive, engaging narratives that enhance player experience and align with the game's vision.
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Infographic showing various Game Writer job openings in Quebec as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,738 per year, or $27.3 per hour.

Game Writer/Translator II/Jeu Rédacteur/traducteur II ou rédactrice/traductrice II

Bluberi Gaming Canada Inc

Drummondville, QC

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Writer/Translator II produces, translates, updates and manages primarily game-related documents and text content, and may occasionally review and translate documents for the Human Resources, Technology and Marketing departments, in accordance with established procedures and standards.

Interacting with various departments in offices across North America, he or she is comfortable writing and translating for a wide range of audiences and purposes, demonstrates solid analytical skills and has work experience in a multidisciplinary and creative environment, preferably in the gaming industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

  • From a set point in the production workflow through release by the QA department, produce and/or oversee all game text content and documentation, primarily in English, in accordance with established quality standards.
  • In collaboration with game development teams and the Quality Assurance team, ensure compliance with established standards and certification laboratory requirements.
  • Act as a guide and subject matter resource for game studios regarding game documentation processes, including descriptive documents and game text content, the creation of graphic help pages, their validation, and the handling of quality assurance tickets.
  • Validate the accuracy of all text content and game rules, ensuring that language and tone are appropriate for the casino gaming industry.
  • Write, maintain and translate documents and contents relating to assigned projects from multiple departments, in French and English.
  • Collaborate with project managers to ensure that writing and documentation procedures and standards are applied.
  • Other projects and duties as assigned by the manager.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree or college diploma (DEC) in a related field or relevant experience.
  • 5+ years of work experience in writing/translating.
  • Excellent writing skills in English.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, in both French and English.
  • Ability to write clear and complete descriptive texts from complex game mechanics.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.
  • Comfortable using computer-assisted translation (CAT) and AI tools, as well as website translation plug-ins.
  • Excellent interpersonal and adaptability skills.
  • Good ability with the Office suite and Teams.
  • Good knowledge of the casino game industry.

ASSETS:

  • Knowledge of management software (Easy Redmine, Jira…).
  • Experience in a game development environment.
  • Able to work as part of a team or independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:      

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.       
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.       
  • Depending on the position, may have to travel locally, nationally or internationally

BLUBERI VALUES:

  • We Are the New School
  • Clarity and Transparency
  • Find It, Fix It, Own It
  • Standard Operating Success
  • Easiest Company to do Business With
  • It’s a Team Sport
  • Celebrate Wins, But Never Be Satisfied

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Welcome to Bluberi, where we’re putting the FUN in gaming! Driven by innovation and a dash of disruption, our team are masterminds of developing highly original software and technology solutions that spice up the gaming scene. Bluberi is rapidly expanding and offers 8 offices throughout North America - headquarters in Las Vegas, NV, and design studios located in Reno, NV, Drummondville, QC, Moncton, NB, Austin, TX and our newest studios in Montreal, QC, Las Vegas, NV, and Atlanta, GA. We bring over 30 years’ industry experience, and we’re committed to delivering standout casino gaming experiences to players and operators alike. Our creative innovators are on a mission to shake things up with fun-driven products. At Bluberi, we dare to be bold, proud of our creativity, enjoy being disruptors and are always ready to add a little extra imagination with a twist into everything we do.

ABOUT THE TEAM:

Our team is a powerhouse of talent, uniting skilled professionals from diverse fields such as mathematics, visual arts, software engineering, game design, audio engineering, and quality assurance. With its head office in Las Vegas, the R&D team in Drummondville and studios all over North America, Bluberi is a fast-growing company offering a multitude of opportunities.

Driven by the passion to create captivating slot machines that inspire and entertain, we’re shaping the future of gaming, together, one brilliant idea at a time! 

À PROPOS DE L’ÉQUIPE :

Notre équipe est une véritable mine de talents, réunissant des professionnels spécialisés dans divers domaines tels que les mathématiques, les arts visuels, le génie logiciel, la conception de jeux, la conception sonore et l'assurance qualité. Avec son siège social à Las Vegas, son équipe de recherche et développement à Drummondville et ses studios répartis dans toute l'Amérique du Nord, Bluberi est une entreprise en pleine croissance qui offre une multitude de possibilités.

Animés par la passion de créer des jeux de casino captivants et divertissants, nous façonnons ensemble l'avenir du jeu, une idée brillante à la fois!

RÉSUMÉ DU POSTE :

Le ou la titulaire de ce poste produit, traduit, met à jour et gère principalement le contenu texte des jeux et la documentation connexe. Il ou elle peut également produire, traduire et mettre à jour de la documentation pour les services des ressources humaines, de la technologie et du marketing, dans le respect des procédures établies et d’un niveau élevé de qualité et de standards.

Travaillant avec diverses équipes dans plusieurs bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, la personne recherchée rédige et traduit du contenu de types variés pour différents publics, fait preuve de solides capacités d’analyse et possède une expérience professionnelle dans un environnement multidisciplinaire et créatif, idéalement dans le domaine du jeu.

RESPONSABILITÉS PRINCIPALES :

Les principales responsabilités sont les suivantes :

  • Produire et superviser le contenu texte et la documentation d’un jeu, principalement en anglais, jusqu’à l'approbation du jeu par le service d’assurance qualité. 
  • En collaboration avec les équipes de développement de jeux et l’équipe d’assurance qualité, s’assurer de la conformité aux standards établis et aux exigences des laboratoires de certification.
  • Agir à titre de guide et de personne-ressource auprès des studios de jeux en ce qui concerne les processus de documentation des jeux, incluant les documents descriptifs de jeu et de contenu texte, la création graphique des pages d’aide, leur validation ainsi que le traitement des tickets provenant de l’assurance qualité.
  • Valider l’exactitude de tous les contenus texte et des règles de jeu, dans un langage adapté au domaine des jeux de casino.
  • Rédiger, tenir à jour et traduire les documents et contenus relatifs aux projets qui lui sont confiés, provenant de plusieurs services, en français et en anglais.
  • Collaborer avec les gestionnaires de projets pour assurer l’application des normes et procédures en matière de rédaction et de documentation.
  • Toutes autres tâches connexes confiées par le ou la gestionnaire.

COMPÉTENCES ET EXPÉRIENCE REQUISES :

  • Baccalauréat ou diplôme collégial (DEC) dans un domaine connexe ou expérience pertinente.
  • Minimum de 5 ans d’expérience professionnelle en rédaction et/ou en traduction.
  • Excellentes compétences en rédaction en anglais.
  • Excellentes aptitudes en communication verbale et écrite, en français et en anglais.
  • Capacité de rédiger des textes explicatifs de façon claire et structurée à partir de mécaniques de jeu complexes.
  • Compétences organisationnelles démontrées et souci du détail.
  • Solides compétences en gestion du temps et capacité à respecter les échéanciers.
  • À l’aise avec l’utilisation d’outils de traduction assistée par ordinateur (TAO), de l’intelligence artificielle et de plug-ins (traduction de sites web).
  • Excellentes compétences interpersonnelles et grande capacité d’adaptation.
  • Bonne maîtrise de la suite Office et de Teams.
  • Bonne connaissance de l’industrie du jeu de casino.

ATOUTS :

  • Connaissance des logiciels de gestion (Easy Redmine, Jira…).
  • Expérience dans un environnement de développement de jeux.
  • Capacité à travailler en équipe ou de manière autonome.

EXIGENCES PHYSIQUES :

  • Dans l’exercice de ses fonctions, l’employé(e) doit régulièrement parler ou entendre. L’employé(e) est aussi amené(e) à se tenir debout, marcher, s’asseoir et utiliser ses doigts et ses mains pour toucher et manipuler des objets, des outils ou commandes.
  • Les aptitudes visuelles requises comprennent l’acuité visuelle de près, de loin et périphérique, la perception de la profondeur et la capacité à ajuster la mise au point.
  • En fonction du poste, des déplacements locaux, nationaux ou internationaux peuvent être nécessaires.