Highest-Paying Gaming Jobs (2026)
All 8 gaming careers we track, ranked by median salary. The highest-paying gaming job is VP of Gaming at $235,000/year (top earners: $410,000+).
| # | Job title | Median | Top 10% | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VP of Gaming | $235,000 | $410,000 | +7% |
| 2 | Director of Game Development | $168,000 | $285,000 | +7.5% |
| 3 | Game Monetization Manager | $112,000 | $198,000 | +10.5% |
| 4 | Live Operations Manager | $105,000 | $182,000 | +12% |
| 5 | Game Producer | $98,000 | $175,000 | +5.5% |
| 6 | Game Designer | $82,000 | $152,000 | +6.5% |
| 7 | Video Game Designer | $82,000 | $152,000 | +6.5% |
| 8 | Esports Manager | $65,000 | $135,000 | +18% |
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