Narrative Designer (F/H/NB) - [AAA Project]

The Narrative Designer is responsible for conceiving and integrating coherent and immersive narrative experiences within the game. They define how story, gameplay, systems, and level design interact to offer an engaging player experience. The Narrative Designer works closely with game design & level design, scenario, artistic direction, and production teams. Key missions include interpreting creative vision, collaborating on narrative architecture, supporting game design, and writing narrative elements.

Must Have

• Interpret and concretize the creative vision of the Directors.
• Collaborate with Level Designers and Environment Artists to design the game's narrative architecture and systems.
• Work closely with writers to develop the game's narrative arc and integrate the story into gameplay.
• Support the Game Design team by contextualizing game systems, mechanics, and features.
• Be the reference point for Montreal teams to streamline communication and harmonize narrative intentions.
• Design and write all narrative elements, including scripts, environment descriptions, and ambiance directives.
• Excellent understanding of fundamental game design principles and processes.
• Good understanding of narrative elements across all genres and media.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good knowledge of the game production pipeline.
• Ability to collaborate and respond to feedback/notes professionally and on time.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
• Ability to adapt to development changes.

Company Description

Founded in 1996, Ubisoft Annecy has participated in the group's successful blockbusters, collaborating notably on the Splinter Cell and Assassin's Creed® sagas, as well as on entire game sections such as the raid in Tom Clancy's: The Division 2® and Ghost Recon Wildlands. We are also proud to have developed our own IP, Steep, and then Riders Republic!

Beyond our AAA productions, we contribute to the group's technological innovation, thanks to our technological expertise hub around the Snowdrop game engine, as well as the Technology Group in collaboration with Ubisoft Montreal.

In one of France's most dynamic regions, Ubisoft has established itself in an idyllic location between lake and mountains, in the heart of the Venice of the Alps, just 30 minutes from Geneva International Airport. With a constantly growing studio, we place the commitment of our employees and teamwork at the center of our concerns. Our ambition is reflected in innovation and excellence for an ultimate goal: the satisfaction of our players!

Job Description

The Narrative Designer is responsible for conceiving and integrating coherent and immersive narrative experiences within the game. They define how story, gameplay, systems, and level design interact to offer an engaging player experience. The Narrative Designer works closely with game design & level design, scenario, artistic direction, and production teams.

Main Missions:

• Interpret and concretize the creative vision of the Directors, by translating their narrative intentions into playable and engaging content.
• Collaborate with Level Designers and Environment Artists to design the game's narrative architecture (arcs, structure, rhythm, branching) and develop narrative systems such as quests, interactive dialogues, worldbuilding, and narrative progression.
• Work closely with writers to develop the game's narrative arc and integrate the story fluidly into gameplay.
• Support the Game Design team by contextualizing game systems, mechanics, and features in coherence with the universe, tone, and narrative logic.
• Be the reference point for the Montreal teams to streamline communication and harmonize narrative intentions between studios.
• Design and write all narrative elements, including scripts, environment descriptions, and directives related to the game's ambiance.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of fundamental game design principles and processes.
• Good understanding of narrative elements across all genres and media.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good knowledge of the game production pipeline.
• Ability to collaborate and respond to feedback/notes professionally and on time.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
• Ability to adapt to development changes.

Additional Information

Location: based in Annecy – France

Remote: hybrid

Hiring Process:

• Interview with the hiring manager
• HR interview

Ubisoft's teams comprise 19,000 people across more than 30 countries worldwide and are united by a common mission: to enrich players' lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. Their energy and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.

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