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Senior Video Game Writer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The ideal candidate has significant experience writing for video games, has worked with branching dialogue systems before, and thrives in a highly collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Video Game Critic

Chicago, IL

$127K - $129K/yr

... games, and give your opinion on the newest events is the biggest necessity ... We are looking for people who love to write and have a clear and distinctive voice. Since we are a ...

Senior Video Producer

Easton, PA · Hybrid

$77K - $80K/yr

Senior Video Producer Overview (Why This Role?) Do you thrive in the field - camera in hand ... This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining ...

Full-time Senior Video Editor: About Boncom Boncom is an advertising and communications agency. We ... Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills * Proven experience delivering ...

Video Game Critic

Chicago, IL · On-site

$127K - $129K/yr

... games, and give your opinion on the newest events is the biggest necessity ... We are looking for people who love to write and have a clear and distinctive voice. Since we are a ...

We are currently looking for passionate writers with strong and varied interests in the video game industry and community. mxdwn Games News Writers are expected to be on top of and keep up to date ...

... the Senior Manager of Game Presentation and work closely with the Senior Video Manager to help ... Excellent communication skills, both written and oral * Ability to adapt in a fast-paced ...

Granite is seeking an experienced Senior Video Producer to lead high impact video initiatives that ... Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, including strong written, visual, and ...

... and video game news? We're looking to expand our team at MXDWN Games with passionate gamers and writers who have their finger on the pulse of the gaming community. Right now we are looking for ...

The Vox Media Podcast Network is seeking a Senior Video Producer to drive multiplatform production ... Write and edit scripts as needed in collaboration with hosts/show teams. * Collaborate cross ...

Description Under the direction of the Senior Video Production Manager, primary tasks for the Video ... Other duties required may include writing, producing, and shooting video content for NCCER in a ...

The Vox Media Podcast Network is seeking a Senior Video Producer to drive multiplatform production ... Write and edit scripts as needed in collaboration with hosts/show teams. * Collaborate cross ...

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How much do senior video game writer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior video game writer in the United States is $103,091.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $124,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Video Game Writer vs Video Game Narrative Designer?

AspectSenior Video Game WriterVideo Game Narrative Designer
CredentialsWriting experience, portfolio, sometimes related degreesWriting background, storytelling skills, often similar degrees
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with designers, developers, and producers in game studiosWorks closely with design teams to craft story arcs and gameplay narratives
Industry UsageCommonly used in game development teams for script and story developmentUsed to design and implement narrative structures within games

The main difference is that a Senior Video Game Writer focuses on creating scripts, dialogue, and story content, while a Video Game Narrative Designer develops the overall story structure and integrates narrative elements into gameplay. Both roles require storytelling skills and collaboration, but the Narrative Designer emphasizes story architecture and gameplay integration.

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Infographic showing various Senior Video Game Writer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 33% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 51% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 47% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,091 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Game Writer

Templar Media

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

About Us
As an independent developer and publisher, Templar develops the games that we want, on our own schedule. We are actively staffing up for both in-house game development and supporting published titles. Templar provides a professional yet non-corporate environment where every team member's input and collaboration matters. Based in Alpharetta, GA just north of Atlanta, Templar is in the perfect area for those that enjoy sunny weather and a relatively low cost of living.
About the Role:
As a Game Writer at Templar Media, you'll play a key part in shaping the story and narrative experience of our current and upcoming titles. You'll collaborate closely with the design, art, and programming teams as well as project leadership to create the overarching story, character dialogue, and fine details that bring our worlds to life. The ideal candidate has significant experience writing for video games, has worked with branching dialogue systems before, and thrives in a highly collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Write the core narrative, character arcs, branching dialogue trees, quest lines, and side stories.
  • Develop compelling, voice-distinct dialogue for NPCs, companions, and historical/légendary figures.
  • Create supporting content such as item descriptions, journal entries, environmental storytelling, codex/lore entries, and UI text.
  • Collaborate with game designers to integrate narrative seamlessly with mechanics (player choices, puzzles, exploration, and consequences).
  • Work with artists and audio teams to support visual and voice-over storytelling.
  • Iterate quickly on feedback from playtests, team reviews, and direction while maintaining tone consistency.
  • Help maintain narrative documentation (story arcs, character sheets, style guides).

Requirements
  • Shipped at least one video game title as a writer
  • Excellent English writing skills with the ability to adapt tone (dramatic, intimate, witty, solemn, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of interactive storytelling, branching narratives, and player psychology.
  • Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable working remotely with clear communication.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Passion for history, ancient cultures, or biblical-era storytelling is a big plus.
  • Experience on narrative-heavy games (adventure, RPG, choice-driven, or historical titles).
  • Familiarity with tools such as Articy, UE5, Google Docs, Sequencer, etc.
  • Unreal game-engine experience is a bonus but not required.
  • Background in creative writing, screenwriting, or history-related fields.
  • Sensitivity to cultural and religious themes in storytelling.
  • Storyboarding Art

Templar offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package and a professional but non-corporate environment. This position is full-time onsite/remote at our studio in Alpharetta, GA.