Senior Game Writer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Creative and collaborative environment

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Game Writer in Paarl to craft compelling storylines, rich lore, and engaging dialogue that define player experiences.

You will develop narrative frameworks, write scripts, and collaborate with designers to weave storytelling into gameplay, ensuring a cohesive and immersive world for players.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Game Writer with credits on shipped titles.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of narrative structure and interactive storytelling techniques.
• Ability to develop compelling characters and plotlines.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a game development environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write engaging storylines, backstories, and in-game dialogues.
• Create narrative design documents, including plots, character profiles, and lore bibles.
• Collaborate with game designers and level designers to weave narrative into gameplay.
• Write UI text, tutorials, and marketing copy with a consistent brand voice.
• Review and edit content from other writers and team members for quality and coherence.
• Maintain narrative consistency and quality across the entire game project.

Skills

Storytelling

Writing

Editing

Narrative design

Collaboration

Tools

Game development tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a narrative visionary and talented Senior Game Writer to join their creative team in Paarl. This role is crucial for crafting compelling storylines, rich lore, and engaging dialogue that define the player experience. You will be responsible for developing narrative frameworks, writing scripts, and collaborating with other disciplines to ensure the story is woven seamlessly into the gameplay. The ideal candidate has a passion for storytelling, exceptional writing skills, and a deep understanding of interactive narratives, contributing to memorable and immersive gaming worlds.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and write engaging storylines, character backstories, and in-game dialogues. Create narrative design documents, including plot outlines, character profiles, and lore bibles. Collaborate with game designers and level designers to integrate narrative elements organically into gameplay. Write UI text, tutorials, and marketing copy, ensuring a consistent brand voice. Review and edit content from other writers and team members. Ensure narrative consistency and quality across the entire game project.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Game Writer, with credits on shipped titles. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Strong understanding of narrative structure and storytelling techniques in interactive media. Ability to develop compelling characters and engaging plotlines. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a game development environment. Familiarity with game development tools and workflows is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting gaming projects. Creative and collaborative work environment. Professional development and continuous learning opportunities. Contribute to the creation of immersive worlds and characters.