WriterMob EntertainmentRemote12 minutes agoApplyMob Entertainment is a startup multimedia studio that is best known for our hit indie horror game "Poppy Playtime". This franchise is one of the hottest new properties in gaming, and our team is naturally expanding as our ambition expands. To give a taste of our brand's popularity, more than 100 billion YouTube views of Poppy Playtime related content have occured since the game's launch 4 years ago.Mob Entertainment, the studio behind indie-horror gem Poppy Playtime, is seeking a remote, full-time, Writer to help the Creative Development team build and expand our flagship IP, develop new transmedia properties, and contribute to linear storytelling efforts.Applicant should be a thoughtful and passionate storyteller – someone who can work well with designers, directors, and developers.What You’ll DoDevelop narrative game content including dialogue, lore documents, item descriptions, cinematics, marketing videos, and environmental storytelling.Help craft original linear content tied to Mob’s IP—including scripts and prose fiction.Collaborate with leads to build and expand the Poppy franchise.Define and maintain consistent tone, voice, and continuity across multiple storytelling platforms. Manage project documentation (lore bibles, character bios, story treatments).Stay up to date on emerging trends in film, series, lit, and gaming.Work closely with other design and discipline teams to foster and help align create vision and offer narrative solutionsMinimum Requirements5+ years of professional writing experience in games, film/TV, comics, or interactive media with shipped AA-level, or recognized IP product, to their creditBachelor’s degree in Screenwriting, Creative Writing, Narrative Design or a related field—or equivalent professional experienceA portfolio that demonstrates storytelling ability across multiple formatsExcellent written communication skills and collaborative spirit. Self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to work in fast-paced, iterative environmentsThorough knowledge of the story development process and experience in a writers’ room settingAbility to produce written work without constant supervision and have relevant soft-skills to pivot and align around product needs.Recommended RequirementsLos Angeles / SoCal basedHorror/Genre fanFamiliarity with Mob Entertainment’s IP and styleInterest in transmedia storytelling, ARGs, animationA background in DM/GM-ing or story-based puzzle designUnderstanding of current video game, youtube, and entertainment market trends and tastesTo Apply Please submit:ResumeCover LetterWriting Portfolio including at least one prose sample and 1-2 additional pieces in other formats (script, game dialogue, comic, video, audio, etc.)#LI-RemoteOUR CORE VALUES:StorytellingQualityObsessionCreativitySubversionCollaborationScrappinessEMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:KindnessResult-OrientedAutonomyEfficiencyHumilityBe real.Be weird.#LI-RemoteMob Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, family or parental status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. All employment decisions are based on a person’s merit, business needs, and role requirements. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to info@mobentertainment.com Create Your Profile — Game companies can contact you with their relevant job openings. Apply