Principal Narrative Designer

The role

You will execute the narrative vision and strategy for new and existing IP. You will write, collaborate, and integrate storytelling into gameplay to define the storytelling of Fortnite.

What you will do

• Act as a liaison between the Head of Story and the writing team to execute narrative vision
• Write scripts and story outlines in partnership with the Head of Story
• Vet and review existing intake processes for the writing team
• Collaborate with leadership, production, and other stakeholders to craft stories, characters, and worlds
• Work with the game design team to ensure narrative complements gameplay
• Coordinate with the Art team on narrative aspects of characters and world-building
• Develop and write engaging storylines, dialogue, and in-game text
• Maintain communication with the development team for narrative integration
• Collaborate with Lead Writers to lead casting and voice recording sessions

Required qualifications

• Extensive narrative design or writing experience in game production
• At least one AAA shipped project as a Story Producer, Narrative Lead, Lead Writer, or Narrative Director
• Significant experience with fiction writing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well under deadlines
• Knowledge of industry trends and successful intellectual properties
• Proficiency in modern video game storytelling techniques and narrative systems

Nice to have

• A highly creative mind with a collaborative, empathetic, and innovative approach

Benefits

• 100% of premiums paid for medical, dental, and vision HRA for you and dependents
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with competitive match
• Mental well-being program through Modern Health providing free therapy and coaching
• Company-wide paid breaks
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment

About the company

Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company that has been making award-winning games and engine technology for over 30 years.