As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Video Game Writer in Los Angeles, CA is $76,918, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,479 weekly, or $6,410 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Video Game Writer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Video Game Writer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $56,968 to $92,070. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,475) and 75th percentile ($84,849), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,070 per year. This $18,374 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Communication Skills or InDesign, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles Video Game Writer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 statewide for Video Game Writer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Video Game Writer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $56,968 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $66,475 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $76,918 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $84,849 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Video Game Writer Salary $92,070 Los Angeles, CA August 01, 2026
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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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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 Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Video Game Writer ranges from $66,475 to $84,849 with the average base salary of $76,918. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,888 to $104,164 with the average total cash compensation of $91,463.
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