Senior Game Writer & Narrative Lead (Hybrid, Soweto)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Game Writer for a narrative-driven role in Soweto, Gauteng. You will craft dialogue, lore, and in-game text, shaping the emotional core of upcoming titles and collaborating with design and art teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of writing, with 3+ years in game narrative design, strong storytelling, and a portfolio of published games. Hybrid work model offered in Soweto.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional writing, with at least 3 years specifically in game narrative design.
• Portfolio showing strong narrative and dialogue skills from published games.
• Exceptional creative writing, editing, and proofreading abilities.
• Strong understanding of narrative structure, character development, and pacing in interactive media.
• Experience with branching narratives and player choice systems is desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, English, Journalism, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging and immersive story content, including dialogue, character backstories, quests, and in-game text.
• Collaborate with game designers to develop and implement narrative systems and mechanics.
• Create detailed narrative design documents and story outlines.
• Develop compelling character arcs and personalities that resonate with players.
• Ensure consistency in tone, voice, and lore throughout the game.
• Work with voice actors and localization teams to maintain narrative integrity.
• Contribute to world-building and believable game environments.
• Implement narrative elements within the game engine using scripting tools.
• Provide creative input and feedback on narrative aspects of game design.
• Proofread and edit all written content for clarity and style.

Skills

Storytelling

Dialogue writing

Narrative design

Editing & proofreading

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Scripting languages

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Game Writer for a narrative-driven role in Soweto, Gauteng. You will craft dialogue, lore, and in-game text, shaping the emotional core of upcoming titles and collaborating with design and art teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of writing, with 3+ years in game narrative design, strong storytelling, and a portfolio of published games. Hybrid work model offered in Soweto.