Senior Game Writer

Ripple Effect Studios; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 111,600 - 152,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks of vacation

10 days of sick time

Health, dental, vision coverage

Basic life insurance

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Canada is seeking a Senior Game Writer to deliver narrative content and collaborate with design teams. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of professional writing experience in the games industry, a relevant college degree, and excellent communication skills. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation ranging from $111,600 to $152,800 CAD, along with benefits like vacation time and health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a professional writing role within the games industry.
• Superb verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of English grammar and professional editing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other writers and the design team on creating live-service content.
• Generate outlines, story treatments, character descriptions, scene breakdowns, and other support materials.
• Ensure story quality and consistency across the world of the game.

Skills

Creative writing

Verbal communication

Organized work ethic

Education

College degree in screenwriting or creative writing

Job description

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Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story, a community that connects across the globe, and a place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay and all-out warfare, with over two decades of history and 5 billion hours played. Battlefield Studios is defining the future of the first‑person shooter, launching Battlefield 6 and the new era of Battlefield REDSEC. Ripple Effect, one of our world‑class studios, has been dedicated to the franchise since 2013 and is building a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences.

The Role: Senior Game Writer owns sections of the narrative under the guidance of the Narrative Director. You will deliver narrative content for portions of the game by collaborating with design and other narrative writers, reporting to the Design Line Director. The role is hybrid or onsite at the Vancouver – Great Northern Way studio for a 12‑month term.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other writers and the design team on creating live‑service content
• Align with the Narrative Director and own narrative for large content deliverables
• Provide guidance and feedback to other writers on the team
• Generate outlines, story treatments, character descriptions, scene breakdowns, and other support materials
• Work closely with the core design team to develop a strong symbiotic relationship between game mechanics, design, and narrative
• Ensure story quality and consistency across the world of the game
• Identify narrative problems and brainstorm creative solutions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a professional writing role within the games industry
• College degree in screenwriting, creative writing, or similar; or equivalent professional experience
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to write creative characters, dialogue, and scenes
• Organized, deadline‑driven work ethic
• Enthusiasm for direction in a team‑based, self‑starting environment
• Excellent knowledge of English grammar and professional editing
• Solid understanding of games and game development

Compensation and Benefits

The ranges listed below represent how EA expects to pay applicants for this role in VARCHAR 2024 in British Columbia. Pay will be determined based on relevant business and candidate factors.

• British Columbia (depending on location e.g., Vancouver vs. Victoria) – $111,600 – $152,800 CAD

Benefits include 3 weeks of vacation to start, 10 days of sick time per year, and extended health, dental, vision coverage and basic life insurance.

About Electronic Arts

We are proud of an extensive portfolio of games and experiences worldwide. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity and empower our teams to pursue growth opportunities. Our holistic benefits programs emphasize physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Electronic Arts is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law and make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required.