Senior Story Editor

3 Months ago • 4-8 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Story Editor at Larian Studios, you will be a crucial part of shaping the narrative direction of their upcoming projects. Responsibilities include reviewing pitches, scripts, and outlines; providing detailed editorial feedback; monitoring story consistency across multiple projects (internal and external); ensuring narrative coherence in character development, lore, and themes; collaborating with writers and producers; maintaining organized story archives; and contributing to the overall narrative vision of the company. The role demands a strong understanding of story structure, editorial processes, and continuity management, and requires exceptional written communication and critical evaluation skills. This on-site position in Guildford may require occasional international travel.
Must have:
  • Story editing experience
  • Strong narrative design skills
  • Excellent written communication
  • Detail-oriented & organized
  • Collaborative spirit

Job Details

At Larian, storytelling is core to our identity. As we prepare for our next chapter, we’re looking to bring the best storytellers from every medium together in a dedicated department. Different disciplines, different backgrounds, different voices, all contributing to the outstanding narratives of our next projects for decades to come.

As Senior Story Editor you’ll read through submissions, and sourced pitches and scripts, and identify those that have the right ingredients for an outstanding narrative. This role requires a deep understanding of story structure, editorial processes, and continuity management. You’ll serve as both a critical evaluator and a creative partner, ensuring narratives are coherent, consistent, compelling, and well-developed, while fitting into Larian’s overall vision and direction.

Responsibilities

    • Review and provide editorial feedback on pitches, outlines, scripts, and narrative treatments
    • Monitor the progression and consistency of multiple stories in development, both internal and external
    • Ensure narrative coherence, including consistency in character development, lore, and thematic elements
    • Coordinate with writers and producers to improve story cohesion and clarity
    • Maintain organized documentation, story archives, and detailed narrative records

Requirements

    • Experience in story editing, script coverage, narrative design, or publishing/editorial roles
    • Strong grasp of character, theme, plot, and structure
    • Detail-oriented with an ability to work across multiple concurrent projects
    • Excellent written communication and story evaluation skills
This position will be based full-time from our Guildford studio, and international business travel may be expected on occasion.

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