Weβre looking for a talented Narrative Designer to join our team and help craft unforgettable stories that resonate with players.
π Generate innovative ideas for game plots and narratives.
π Create compelling, memorable characters that captivate players from the first encounter.
π Write all types of text: from documentation to in-game content, including loglines, synopses, drafts, flowcharts, comics, character profiles, dialogue styles, tutorials, and UI texts.
π Design engaging story scenes with a focus on direction and cinematic presentation.
π Collaborate with other departmentsβgame designers, technical designers, developers, artists, and animatorsβto ensure a seamless integration of narrative into the game.
π Participate in the planning with art-department to align visuals with the story.
π Incorporate feedback effectively, iterating on narrative content as needed.
π Review game builds, analyze outcomes, and make necessary script adjustments to enhance the storytelling experience.
π Experience: At least 3 years in game development as a Narrative Designer or Game Designer.
π Storytelling Mastery: Deep knowledge of story structure, non-linear narratives, and verbal/non-verbal storytelling techniques.
π Interactive Storytelling: Experience creating branching dialogues and innovative narrative systems.
π Creative Vision: A solid grasp of what makes video game storytelling unique, coupled with the ability to invent creative, non-verbal ways to deliver impactful narrative moments.
π Writing Skills: Strong dramatic writing abilities in English, capable of creating emotionally resonant content.
π Team Player: Comfortable collaborating in a fluid and dynamic team environment.
π Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
π Documentation: Skilled at writing clear and effective documentation to organize complex narrative structures.
π Iterative Mindset: Thrives in an iterative development process, with a willingness to refine ideas based on input and results.
Would be a plus
π Education: Background in Narrative Design, Game Design, Journalism, Creative Writing, or a related field (e.g., literature, screenwriting, dramaturgy, psychology).
π Dramaturgy Expertise: A strong understanding of the principles of drama, character development, and scene construction.
π Media Knowledge: Well-read and experienced with a wide range of games and media to draw creative inspiration from.
π Dialogue Proficiency: Ability to write dialogue across different tones and styles.
π Analytical Thinking: Capable of working with large volumes of information, identifying key points, analyzing issues, and offering practical solutions.
π Tools Expertise: Familiarity with visualization tools (e.g., Miro) and narrative design tools (e.g., Articy:Draft, Twine, Ink).
π Systems Design: Experience designing narrative tools, dialogue systems, and storytelling mechanics.
π Language Skills: Native English fluency + Ukrainian (or Russian).