Video Game Writer Salary in the United States

Video Game Writer Salary

How much does a Video Game Writer make in the United States? The average Video Game Writer salary in the United States is $76,313 as of May 25, 2023, but the salary range typically falls between $69,950 and $83,893. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Video Game Writer ?

Video game writing is the art and craft of writing scripts for video games. Similar to screenwriting, it is typically a freelance profession. It includes many differences from writing for film, due to the non-linear and interactive nature of most video games, and the necessity to work closely with video game designers and voice actors. There are many differing types of text in video games in comparison to stage shows or movies, including written text, foreign or made-up languages, and often situation-based information. Especially when developing Triple A games, more than one writer will be req...

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Field Service Technician (Electronic Table Games)
Interblock Gaming - Richmond , VA
Update/change game settings per management recommendation(s) * Utilize ANVEO tech reporting system ... Our exclusive collection of fully and semi-automated electronic gaming tables and video gaming ...
ZipRecruiter - 37 days ago
Audio/Video Developer/Producer
TIPPING POINT SOLUTIONS, INC. - Vienna , VA
... game-based training products, has an immediate opening for an experienced Audio/Video Developer ... Communicate effectively orally and in writing and analyze the needs of the target audience
Upward.net - 41 days ago
TV Features Articles Publishing Editor
Screen Rant - Richmond , VA
...  TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for an experienced editor to ... Participate in writer development and general writer management * Oversee and facilitate writer ...
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Movie & TV Features Articles Publishing Editor
Screen Rant - Richmond , VA
...  TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for an experienced editor to ... Participate in writer development and general writer management * Oversee and facilitate writer ...
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Part time afterschool Elementary Computer Teacher
C3 Cyber Club - Stafford , VA
Familiar with video and/or computer games Enjoys working with and teaching kids between 5 and 14 ... you start? (Please write the date) 7- What are the counties that you can teach at? (Loudoun ...
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    Video Game Writer

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Video Game Writer in the United States. The base salary for Video Game Writer ranges from $69,950 to $83,893 with the average base salary of $76,313. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,702 to $86,937 with the average total cash compensation of $78,561.

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