Narrative Designer
Job Summary
Job Description
Jam City is seeking an experienced Narrative Designer to contribute to their mobile game, Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery. Responsibilities include structuring and writing story pitches, outlines, character-driven scenes, and ancillary copy. The role requires collaboration with various teams (Product, Design, Production, Art, Animation) to align narrative with the F2P mobile game business goals. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in narrative design and game writing, experience scripting dialogue for large casts of characters, and a strong understanding of F2P mobile game design pipelines. They must also possess excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and be able to manage multiple projects efficiently within a fast-paced environment.
Must have:
- 3+ years Narrative Design exp.
- Dialogue scripting experience
- Branching storyline structuring
- F2P mobile game knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
Perks:
- Medical, dental, vision
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Life, disability, accident insurance
4 skills required
Job Details
We are looking for an experienced Narrative Designer to bring their expert writing and game design skills to our hit mobile game Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top industry talent and take ownership in the narrative process from initial concept to final product. If you’re a storytelling specialist looking for a role that offers fun creative challenges, we want to hear from you.
Qualified applicants will be asked to complete a Harry Potter Narrative Design/Writing test.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Structure and write story pitches, outlines, character-driven scenes with substantial dialogue, and ancillary copy within tight deadlines, owning the process from concept to final product
- Communicate the narrative vision of the game’s Lead Designers verbally and in writing, across internal departments and with external brand partners
- Help shape high-level overarching stories for upcoming features, events, and/or large content releases
- Proactively contribute in brainstorming sessions by pitching ideas for researched on-brand story arcs and quests within limited art and design scopeIntegrate inventive writing with design to support both creative and monetization objectives
- Work directly with Product, Design, Production, Art, and Animation to coordinate all facets of Narrative with F2P mobile business goalsInnovate with high accuracy across multiple iterations, addressing feedback, incorporating notes, and executing revisions from internal teams and external partners
QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years Narrative Design and Game Writing experience, or equivalent
- Experience scripting dialogue for large casts of original and canon characters
- Experience structuring and tracking multiple branching storylines
- General knowledge of F2P mobile game design pipelines and current market trends
- Ability to efficiently juggle multiple responsibilities without compromising creative quality
- Ability to self-prioritize assignments in a rapidly shifting, fast-paced creative environment
- Exceptional proofreading and copyediting skills
- Outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation for this role. The range listed is just one component of Jam City's total compensation package for employees, which may also include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, certifications, location, business needs, or market demands. This range is based on a full-time position. This range may be modified in the future. In addition, Jam City provides a variety of benefits to employees, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, life, disability, and accident insurance. Pay Range: $71,000 — $107,000 salary per year.
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