Video Production Writer

Title: Video Production Writer

Location: Redmond, WA,  United States

Role

Video Production Writer

Studio & Team

Nintendo of America Inc.

Location

Redmond, WA

Job Field

Marketing

Requisition ID

238

Role Type

Hybrid

Job Description:

Nintendo of America

About Nintendo of America: From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, Nintendo’s mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo’s iconic and cherished franchises including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™ across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.

We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo.com/. 

Team/Position Summary: The Content Lab Team at Nintendo of America (NOA) acts as an in-house creative partner to strategically ideate, innovate, produce, and deliver quality content on various channels.  

This position will be responsible for writing and editing scripts for video production, including game trailers and marketing, advertising, and social media projects.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Conceptualizes and writes content and messaging for internal users and/or consumers that is technically accurate, relevant, and ensures consumer satisfaction while maintaining the Nintendo brand.
• Collaborates with Original Content and Game Assets Producers to write, proof, and edit scripts in Nintendo’s distinctive style and voice.
• Assists with creative writing support including original content and localization scripts.
• Studies game briefs, campaign plans, and works with product and marketing team members to ensure game accuracy and key messages in scripts.
• Provides input and ideation during original content brainstorming sessions alongside other internal teams in support of product launch and other marketing initiatives.
• Collaborates with Advertising team to conceptualize and develop trailers for TV, web, and cinemas.
• Assists with tone development and direction of voice recording sessions.
• Works with senior members of Content Lab as well as Development and Localization teams to gain knowledge on previous games in franchises.
• Collaborates with AV producers in developing copy and on-screen text for video projects.
• Generates supporting copy for websites, social media, and other consumer-facing portals.
• Reviews and provides feedback on content written by others.
• Proofreads and performs copy QA.
• Collaborates across NOA, regional, and global teams to ensure accuracy, awareness, creative direction, and key messages are aligned.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional marketing or creative writing experience.
• Strong knowledge of the video game industry.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong technical or creative writing skills, in-depth knowledge of grammar and spelling mandatory.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Experience with large, well-known consumer brands, and/or agency is a plus.
• Undergraduate degree, and/or professional certification in English, Communications, Journalism, a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.

This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Pay Range:

$82,000—$131,200 USD