Narrative Designer and Writer (Freelance) (Action RPG)

Location: Remote in Quebec City, Canada, or hybrid work in Quebec City

Company

hirify.global develops large-scale video game projects.

What you will do

• Define and champion narrative strategy and quality across the game.
• Work with the Creative Director to establish the main story arc and chapter-level narratives.
• Write dialogue, item descriptions, and other narrative content for the Pathfinder world and characters.
• Design environmental storytelling, investigation clues, dramatic reveals, boss-arena sequences, and other major narrative moments.
• Integrate and test narrative content in game levels using available technical tools.
• Attend voice-over sessions, review gameplay and playtests, and use player feedback and data to improve the narrative experience.

Requirements

• Professional experience in game writing or narrative design on shipped products.
• In-depth knowledge of video game genres, target audiences, and current market trends.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex narrative ideas, systems, and mechanisms.
• Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the development cycle.
• Strong analytical skills and openness to constructive feedback and continuous learning.

Nice to have

• Experience with Unreal, Unity, Twine, or other game storytelling tools.
• In-depth knowledge of the Pathfinder universe and/or Action RPGs.

Culture & Benefits

• Freelance contract through March 2027, with a possibility of extension.
• Full-time workload of approximately 37.5 hours per week.
• Flexible remote or hybrid work arrangement in Quebec City.
• Competitive hourly or daily rate based on experience and expertise.
• Gaming-focused environment centered on passion, respect, and shared enjoyment.