Writing for Video Games edX - online learning platform

Overview

The Writing for Video Games programme in collaboration with University of British Columbia - UBCx is a Professional Certificate. 

Key Facts

Acquire the globally in-demand skills necessary to succeed as a writer in the fast-growing world of video games.

As the gaming industry matures, excellence in writing and game narrative has become increasingly important to the success of both major studio titles and independent games. Through this interactive medium, writers and game developers are telling stories in new and exciting ways. To meet this need, studios are hiring increasing numbers of writers and narrative designers.

In this Professional Certificate Program, you’ll learn the tools and techniques of writing for video games in a comprehensive program designed by successful, working game writers and teachers. From story and character development to worldbuilding and interactive narrative, this Certificate will help you excel in a business that requires creative, flexible team players.

Job Outlook

• The game industry is “taking over the entertainment world,” and is larger than movies and music combined. (Source: ejinsight.com)
• With $160 billion in global revenue in 2020 and a projected $200 billion by 2023, the industry continually needs people. (Source: Newzoo.com)
• Median video game writer salary of $70k/year (Source: Salary.com)
• Career prospects include game writing, pitch writing, narrative design and script writing.