Laurie Goulding
About Laurie Goulding
Laurie Goulding is the Narrative Editorial Director at Riot Games, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in narrative editing and intellectual property management, with previous roles at Riot Games and Games Workshop.
Work at Riot Games
Laurie Goulding currently serves as the Narrative Editorial Director (Central Creative) at Riot Games, a position held since 2019 in Los Angeles, California. In this role, Goulding provides high-level creative services to various teams, including game development, research and development projects, film and animation studios, and merchandise partners. Previously, Goulding worked as a Lead Narrative Editor for League of Legends from 2017 to 2019, where responsibilities included overseeing narrative content and ensuring alignment with the game's overarching story. Additionally, Goulding held the position of Senior Editor for a brief period in 2017, contributing to the editorial direction of projects.
Education and Expertise
Laurie Goulding has a strong educational background in media and digital technologies. Goulding studied at the University of Winchester, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film and Media Studies from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, Goulding attended Staffordshire University, where a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Digital Post-Production Technologies was achieved. This educational foundation supports Goulding's extensive experience in narrative development and intellectual property management within the gaming industry.
Background
Before joining Riot Games, Laurie Goulding worked at Games Workshop as a Commissioning Editor from 2011 to 2016. In this role, Goulding led the development and management of the New York Times bestselling franchise 'The Horus Heresy,' overseeing various aspects including novels, artwork, audio scripts, and gaming content. Goulding's career also includes a brief tenure as an Examination Statistics Project Manager at Leicester City Council in 2005, where responsibilities focused on project management.
Achievements
Laurie Goulding has made significant contributions to the gaming and publishing industries, particularly through the successful management of the 'The Horus Heresy' franchise at Games Workshop. This project not only achieved bestseller status but also encompassed a wide range of media, including novels and audio scripts. At Riot Games, Goulding is actively involved in recruiting creative talent, including writers, editors, and producers, to support the growth of new teams, and has established editorial standards to enhance process documentation and succession planning.