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Netflix

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

$170K - $250K/yr

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Qualifications: * 7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing ...

Netflix

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

OR · On-site +1

$170K - $250K/yr

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Qualifications: * 7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing ...

Netflix

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

$170K - $250K/yr

Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom ... Qualifications: * 7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing ...

Globalstep

QA Game Tester

Dallas, TX · On-site

Our specialized gaming practice has helped leading video game studios launch and support over 3,000 ... Strong written and verbal communication skills in English * Strong organization skills and the ...

Relevate Health

$100K - $125K/yr

Senior Game Producer Level Ex Games (Powered by Relevate Health) is a fast-growing game studio that creates video games for doctors. Our games leverage deep game design and real game tech to advance ...

Templar Media

Game Producer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$121K - $123K/yr

Communicate status updates clearly to senior leadership, external partners (if applicable), and the ... Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal - with experience presenting to ...

Care Access

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How This Role Makes a Difference Working as the Senior Video and Film Editor , you are an ... Aspiring to be an award-winning editor, you've already written the acceptance speech. Flexibility ...

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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.
Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

Senior Game Producer - Party & Puzzle Games

Netflix

Remote

$170K - $250K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Netflix rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 65 rated media

Job description

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what's next.
Netflix is looking for a versatile Senior Game Producer, Party and Puzzle Games, to join our dynamic Games Production team and contribute to our goal of bringing best-in-class games to our members. We're a team with big ambitions and an obsession to deliver memorable game moments that leave players telling their own stories for years to come. As a part of Netflix, we strive to hire the best and value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusion, and collaboration.
As a Senior Producer for Party and Puzzle Games, you will be at the forefront of our game development process, driving excellence in game quality, timelines, and risk management. You will lead major initiative titles and franchises, ensuring game excellence and strategic alignment with our portfolio objectives. Your role will involve mentoring and managing a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
This role is remote and will require frequent interaction with both Pacific and Eastern European time zones. Some travel will be required quarterly to either Los Angeles or Los Gatos.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Game Leadership: Produce a complex title from inception to live. Be the single source of truth for game information.
  • Excellence in Game Production: Have a proven track record as an excellent game producer with a focus on game readiness, quality, predictability, impact, and performance.
  • Roadmap and Schedule Creation: Develop and drive full lifecycle project roadmaps, schedules, and quality standards, ensuring alignment with broader portfolio and quality goals.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with our operations teams to own partnerships with cross-functional teams, excelling in relationship management and delivery.
  • Strategic Focus: Demonstrate a strong understanding of portfolio objectives and the ability to align project efforts with strategic goals.

Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in Video Game Production, preferably in both Publishing and Development, shipping multiple products from ideation to live operation on various platforms.
  • Strong understanding of game development - Design, Programming, Art, Audio, Localization, QA, Release Management.
  • Able to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, utilize analytical skills for continuous improvement.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively.
  • Experience in presenting to and communicating effectively with stakeholders and partners at all levels.
  • Proven leadership skills, able to influence teams without direct authority, while fostering a positive team environment and relationships.
  • Expertise in managing project budgets - forecasting, tracking, reporting
  • Can make cost-effective decisions while maintaining high bar for game quality
  • Up-to-date on industry trends, player preferences, and the competitive landscape.
  • Passionate about gaming across various genres/platforms, with a focus on party, puzzle, tabletop, card games.
  • Highly-adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments
  • Open to receiving and giving feedback
  • Sensitive to cultural differences - able to work effectively with diverse teams and audiences.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $170,000.00 - $250,000.00. This compensation range will vary based on location.
Netflix provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.
Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.
Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.
Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.

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Netflix is the world's leading streaming entertainment service with 222 million paid memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries, feature films and mobile games across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any Internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Gatos, CA, US

Year founded

1997

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