Senior Writer

Job Description

Avalanche is a Warner Bros. Games studio located in downtown Salt Lake City nestled against the backdrop of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. We've been in the video game business since 1995, creating interactive experiences for fans of the world's largest franchises. Join the team behind the blockbuster open world, action RPG Hogwarts Legacy as we create what's next!

Senior Writer

Avalanche a division of WB Games, Inc., is looking for an experienced writer and talented storyteller with a deep understanding of the wizarding world. Applicants should be creative, self-motivated problem solvers who enjoy collaborating with other writers and designers to create an immersive game narrative.

The Daily
• Collaborate with the story and design team to develop compelling narratives, often leading the creative course of the conversation.
• Research and play a wide variety of similar games to keep current on gaming trends.
• Work quickly to research brand-specific details to ensure the authenticity of the writing in the wizarding world and the country and era in which the story takes place
• Receive feedback and modify work based on direction from both the internal team and franchise representatives.
• Review product as necessary to help maintain on-brand messaging.
• Work with the cinematics team to keep the visual storytelling authentic and accurate.
• Review and edit less-experienced writers' work, collaborating with them to help them grow as writers and help maintain a unified story thread throughout the gameplay world.

The Essentials
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.
• Proficient storyteller and writer, with a special emphasis on game writing.
• Work that shows a deep understanding of gaming narrative and branching storytelling, particularly in the realm of RPGs.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Final Draft a plus.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of the game-making process.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and deliver work in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong belief in a team-based approach.
• 6+ years of relevant game production experience is preferred

Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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