Senior Writer

CD PROJEKT SA

Senior Writer at CD PROJEKT RED creating captivating narratives for Cyberpunk 2. Collaborating with project Leadership and a team of writers to develop engaging storylines and characters.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeRemote • Boston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,800 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cooperate closely with the Creative Director, Lead Writer and narrative teams
Develop narrative elements and features of our game, such as writing engaging dialogues, intriguing scenarios, and memorable characters
Maintain the overall writing style and tone throughout the game
Create documents to support the game’s story in alignment with the project’s vision
Mentor and support a team of talented writers
Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure that the story elements are consistent across narrative, gameplay mechanics and visuals
Review and revise narrative features to ensure the highest possible standard

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years of experience as a Senior Writer, preferably with a focus on RPG and story-driven games
AAA experience is a bonus
Strong storytelling abilities and a deep understanding of interactive narrative design and dramatic structure
Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to create compelling characters, immersive storylines, sharp dialogue, and dynamic screenplays
Knowledge of game design principles and an understanding of how narrative elements integrate with gameplay mechanics
Ability to provide insightful feedback and support to members of the writing team
Ability to manage tasks independently while collaborating with the team
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Passion for video games and a deep understanding of different game genres and player expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars
Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
401K with employer matching
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more
Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain
RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events
Flexible working hours
Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available
A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team
Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet
Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world
No dress-code — we like to keep it casual

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Hard Skills & Tools

narrative designstorytellingdialogue writingcharacter developmentinteractive narrativedramatic structuregame design principlesscreenplay writingrevision and editingAAA game experience

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationcommunicationfeedback provisionindependent task managementteam supportcreativityattention to detailproblem-solvingadaptability