Principal Narrative Designer (MMO)

TL;DR

Principal Narrative Designer (MMO): Defining and crafting resonant narrative experiences for an innovative, early-stage MMO game concept with an accent on rapid implementation, iteration, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams. Focus on operating in an ambiguous environment, creating multiple potential designs, and pushing for continuous improvements through playtesting.

Location: Must be based and authorized to work in the United States

Company

hirify.global is a well-established game developer focused on creating games and experiences that delight players worldwide.

What you will do

• Design and implement MMO narrative content.
• Collaborate with writing teams and project leads to create holistic game experiences.
• Define high-level principles and best practices for narrative design.
• Refine narrative tools in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Lead small cross-disciplinary teams to build environments for core gameplay.
• Create multiple potential designs, articulating trade-offs and risks.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional Narrative Design experience.
• Experience delivering narrative experiences combining gameplay and storytelling.
• Proficiency in content scripting within an established game engine.
• Experience developing template/model content for junior staff.
• Shipped or worked on at least one AAA+ game.
• Must be based and authorized to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Experience working on a live product.
• Experience with narrative design for MMOs.
• Writing experience on game projects.
• Significant proficiency (3+ years) with Unreal.

Culture & Benefits

• Open paid time off policy and flexible work schedules.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Parental leave for employees, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• 401k with company match.
• Focus on player empathy and collaborative team culture.
• Equal employment opportunity provider with reasonable accommodations for disabled Rioters.