Principal Narrative Designer

The role

You will execute the narrative vision and strategy for new and existing IP. You will work with writers, design, and art leadership to integrate storytelling across gameplay and define Fortnite's storytelling.

What you will do

• Work with writers to execute narrative vision and development for Fortnite and potential new and existing game IPs
• Vet and review existing intake processes for the writing team across various projects
• Collaborate with Senior Creative, Art, and Production leadership to craft game stories, characters, and worlds
• Work with the game design team to ensure narrative complements and enhances gameplay
• Coordinate with the Art team on narrative aspects of characters and world-building
• Aid in the development and writing of engaging storylines, dialogue, and in-game text
• Maintain effective communication with the development team and stakeholders
• Collaborate with Lead Writer 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 Narrative Lead, Lead Writer, or Narrative Director
• Significant experience with fiction writing and game design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the 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 for employees and dependents
• Company-wide paid breaks
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Paid sabbatical for 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. Their Unreal Engine technology is used by game developers and content creators across various industries.