Also called: Lore Historian, Franchise Continuity Manager
Tracks every story detail of a giant game or movie franchise so new stories don't contradict old ones.
A lore keeper answers a writer's question about a character's birthplace and keeps a giant database of story facts for a game or film franchise.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. English or history degree.
Ways in: 4-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: English, History.
Growing about average. Tiny field.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI knowledge bases now track story details and catch contradictions, so fewer lore roles open.
Classes: English literature, History, Creative writing, Library or research skills.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-3041.
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