eleni rivera
writer / director
Aunque ella sea pequeña, es feroz.
although she is small, she is fierce
Eleni Rivera is a bilingual (English/Spanish) writer, director, and narrative designer who thrives where cinematic storytelling and interactive worlds collide. With roots in film and a sharp edge in AAA game narrative, Eleni has built a career crafting emotionally charged, genre-rich stories that don’t just entertain—they linger.
Currently a Narrative Designer at Activision Blizzard, Eleni works on narrative development for the Diablo IV franchise, where she works with quests, directs voice talent, and brings worlds to life through immersive storylines and cinematic finesse. Previously at Respawn Entertainment, she was one of two narrative writers for Apex Legends Mobile, driving IP expansion, character development, and animation direction across a high-speed, multi-departmental production pipeline.
Her work as a filmmaker includes directing and producing award-winning union shorts like The Stain, Say Something, and the sci-fi gem The Gazer, which premiered on Gunpowder & Sky’s DUST. She brings a sharp eye to visual storytelling, a deep love for genre, and a commitment to character-driven narratives that push emotional boundaries.
A Ryan Murphy Half Initiative mentee and alum of Sundance Co//ab’s TV writing course, Eleni has also rewritten a feature screenplay that snagged Best Screenplay at LA Femme Int’l Film Festival.
Whether building out game lore, crafting screenplays, or commanding a film set, Eleni is a storyteller to the core—small but mighty, and always chasing the next unforgettable world to bring to life.