Narrative Director

1 Month ago • 8 Years + • Game Story Writing/Narrative Design

Job Summary

Job Description

The Narrative Director will define and oversee the narrative vision of a AAA game, ensuring story, dialogue, and character development align with gameplay. Collaborating with designers, writers, and other teams, you'll create engaging narratives. Responsibilities include developing lore, leading the writing team, ensuring story integration, maintaining narrative consistency, providing feedback, and participating in casting and recording. The ideal candidate has proven AAA Narrative Director experience, native English proficiency, French comprehension, and strong narrative design understanding. Leading writing teams and cross-functional collaboration are essential. A passion for video game storytelling and player engagement is key.
Must have:
  • Proven AAA Narrative Director experience
  • Native English fluency, exceptional writing/editing skills
  • French comprehension
  • Strong narrative design understanding
  • Team leadership & cross-functional collaboration
  • Deep world-building & compelling characters
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with medieval fantasy
  • Interest in Korean culture
Perks:
  • Hybrid work model
  • Generous RRSP contributions
  • Health, dental & wellness coverage
  • Personal & wellness days
  • OPUS subsidy

Job Details

English will follow below.

Studio KRAFTON Montréal est un studio créé et mené par des développeurs. Nous travaillons sur un jeu AAA  basé sur une propriété intellectuelle acclamée située dans un monde fantastique médiéval avec un gameplay narratif et stratégique. Nous croyons qu'il est important de s'amuser tout en créant des expériences mémorables, en étant fiers de notre travail et en respectant les contributions de chacun : joignez-vous à l’aventure! 

Description d’emploi:

En tant que Directeur Narratif/Directrice Narrative, vous serez responsable de définir et de superviser la vision narrative de notre jeu, en veillant à ce que l'histoire, les dialogues et le développement des personnages s'intègrent parfaitement au gameplay. Vous collaborerez étroitement avec les concepteurs, les scénaristes et les équipes créatives pour créer des récits captivants qui fascinent les joueurs et enrichissent l'expérience de jeu globale.

Ce que vous ferez:

  • Collaborez avec le directeur de la création, le directeur du jeu et le directeur de la conception des quêtes pour développer une vision narrative claire, en veillant à ce que la narration soit en accord avec la vision globale du jeu.
  • Développez une mythologie, une histoire et des éléments de création de monde riches pour renforcer l'immersion.
  • Dirigez l'équipe de scénaristes pour créer des scripts, des dialogues et des arcs de personnages captivants.
  • Coopérer avec les concepteurs, les artistes et les équipes audio pour garantir que les éléments de l'histoire soient efficacement intégrés dans le jeu.
  • Maintenez la cohérence du ton, des thèmes et de la structure narrative tout au long du processus de développement.
  • Fournissez des retours créatifs et des révisions pour améliorer le rythme de l'histoire et l'impact émotionnel.
  • Jouez un rôle crucial dans les processus de casting et d'enregistrement.

 

Ce que vous apportez:

  • Expérience avérée en tant que directeur narratif sur des jeux AAA.
  • Compétences équivalentes à un(e) locuteur natif anglais/locatrice native anglaise avec des compétences exceptionnelles en écriture, en édition et en narration.
  • Vous comprenez le français et êtes à l'aise dans un environnement de travail francophone.
  • Solide compréhension de la conception narrative et de son interaction avec le gameplay.
  • Expérience dans la direction d'une équipe de scénaristes et la collaboration avec des équipes interfonctionnelles.
  • Capacité à créer des mondes profonds et captivants avec des personnages et des dialogues convaincants.
  • Passion pour la narration dans les jeux vidéo et une solide compréhension de l'engagement des joueurs.
  • Intérêt et familiarité avec les décors de fantasy médiévale sont un plus.
  • Intérêt pour la culture coréenne est un atout.

Note : Cette description de poste donne un aperçu général des responsabilités et des exigences du poste. Les tâches peuvent varier et évoluer selon les besoins de l'entreprise.

 

Studio KRAFTON de Montréal s’engage à cultiver un environnement de travail qui respecte toutes les différences et qui encourage chacun.ne à se sentir inclus.e et valorisé.e. Nous offrons des opportunités d'emploi égales à tous les employés et candidats à l'emploi et interdit toute discrimination et harcèlement de quelque nature que ce soit, sans distinction d’âge, de couleur, de religion, de sexe, d'origine nationale, de statut de handicap, d'orientation sexuelle, d'identité ou d'expression de genre ou toute autre caractéristique protégée par les lois applicables. Notre objectif est de fournir un lieu de travail respectueux qui vous permettra de vous épanouir tant dans au travail que dans la vie.

 

Chez Studio KRAFTON Montréal, nous souhaitons que nos membres soient aux commandes de leur travail, depuis la conception et à travers toutes les étapes de la production, tout en leur offrant les meilleures conditions de travail et des avantages qui ont un impact positif sur leur vie. Cela inclut:

  • Le véritable travail hybride : vous choisissez si vous travaillez à distance tout le temps (dans la province de Québec), si vous souhaitez venir au studio quelques jours ou tout le temps.
  • Contribution généreuse de l'employeur au RÉER
  • Couverture santé, dentaire et bien-être incluant la télémédecine ;
  • Des journées personnelles et de bien-être ;
  • Subvention OPUS

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

 

Studio KRAFTON Montreal is a studio created and led by developers. We are working on a AAA game based on an acclaimed intellectual property set in an enthralling medieval fantasy world with a rich narrative and strategic gameplay. We believe in having fun while creating memorable experiences, being proud of our work, and showing respect for each other's contributions. Join the adventure with us!   

Job Description:

As a Narrative Director, you will be responsible for defining and overseeing the narrative vision of our game, ensuring that story, dialogue, and character development align seamlessly with gameplay. You will collaborate closely with designers, writers, and creative teams to craft engaging narratives that captivate players and enhance the overall game experience.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the Creative Director, Game Director, and the Quest Design Director to develop a clear narrative vision, ensuring storytelling aligns with the overall vision of the game.
  • Develop rich lore, backstory, and world-building elements to enhance immersion.
  • Lead the writing team to create compelling scripts, dialogue, and character arcs.
  • Coopérate with designers, artists, and audio teams to ensure story elements are effectively integrated into the game.
  • Maintain consistency in tone, themes, and narrative structure throughout the development process.
  • Provide creative feedback and revisions to improve story pacing and emotional impact.
  • Play a crucial role in casting and recording processes.

 

Knowledge/Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Narrative Director on AAA games.
  • Native English speaker proficiency with exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Able to understand French and are comfortable in a predominantly French-speaking work environment.
  • Strong understanding of narrative design and how it interacts with gameplay.
  • Experience leading a team of writers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to create deep, engaging worlds with compelling characters and dialogue.
  • Passion for storytelling in video games and a strong understanding of player engagement.
  • Interest and familiarity with medieval fantasy settings is a plus.
  • Interest in Korean culture is a plus.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Tasks may vary and evolve according to the needs of the business.

 

Studio KRAFTON Montreal is committed to cultivating a work environment that respects all differences and encourages everyone to feel included and valued. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

 

At Studio KRAFTON Montréal we want our team members to have ownership of their work from conception all the way through production while providing them with the best working conditions and benefits that have a positive impact on their lives. This includes:

  • Being truly hybrid: meaning you choose if you work remotely all the time (in the province of Quebec), if you wish to come to the studio a couple of days or all the time;
  • Generous RRSP employer contributions;
  • Health, dental & wellness coverage including telemedicine;
  • Personal & wellness days;
  • OPUS subsidy.

 

 

Similar Jobs

SEGA - Brand Marketing Manager

SEGA

(On-Site)
1 Month ago
ESL FACEIT Group - EFG - Live Broadcast Producer

ESL FACEIT Group - EFG

Ohio, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Snowprint Studios - Art Director

Snowprint Studios

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
Netflix - Ads Product Marketing Manager - LATAM

Netflix

Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico (On-Site)
2 Months ago
The Walt Disney Company - Senior Manager, Business Operations

The Walt Disney Company

New York, New York, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Next Level Business Services - Technical Writer

Next Level Business Services

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States (On-Site)
6 Months ago
Activision - Senior Narrative Animator

Activision

Los Angeles, California, United States (On-Site)
4 Months ago
Firesprite - Principal 3C's Specialist - Design

Firesprite

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Nexon - Localization Copy Editor

Nexon

El Segundo, California, United States (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Bluehole - Cinematic Animator

Bluehole

(On-Site)
1 Month ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Skill Jobs

Limbic Entertainment - Head of Design

Limbic Entertainment

Hessen, Germany (Hybrid)
4 Weeks ago
Techland - Lead FX Artist

Techland

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (On-Site)
1 Month ago
SKYDANCE - Executive Assistant, Office of the CCO

SKYDANCE

Santa Monica, California, United States (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
DraftKings - Director of Data Science

DraftKings

Boston, Massachusetts, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Framestore - Launchpad Insights Work Experience in Visual Effects

Framestore

England, United Kingdom (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Epic Games - Senior Tools Programmer

Epic Games

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Netflix - Character FX Artist

Netflix

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Foster + Partners - Motion Designer

Foster + Partners

London, England, United Kingdom (On-Site)
8 Months ago
Activision - Senior Analyst, Analytics Insights

Activision

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Sportskeeda - Content Editor - Pick4Sure

Sportskeeda

India (Remote)
3 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Jobs in Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Epic Games - Character Art Director

Epic Games

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Ubisoft - Senior ML Data Scientist

Ubisoft

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Final Strike Games - Senior HR Generalist

Final Strike Games

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Fortis Games - Head of Analytics

Fortis Games

Canada (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Epic Games - Programmeur d’outils et d’animation

Epic Games

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Next Level Games - Rendering Engineer

Next Level Games

British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Blazesoft - Front-End Developer

Blazesoft

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Rockstar Games - AI/Gameplay Programmer (Mid/Senior Level)

Rockstar Games

Oakville, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Epic Games - Quality Assurance Programmer

Epic Games

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
1 Week ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Game Story Writing/Narrative Design Jobs

The Walt Disney Company - Storyboard Artist

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Warner Bros Games - Senior Writer

Warner Bros Games

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
Maverick Games - Virtual Camera Operator

Maverick Games

Warwick, England, United Kingdom (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Nexon - Localization Copy Editor

Nexon

El Segundo, California, United States (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Oculus VR - Senior Narrative Systems Designer

Oculus VR

San Mateo, California, United States (Remote)
3 Weeks ago
G5 Games - Narrative Director

G5 Games

Astana, Astana, Kazakhstan (Remote)
5 Months ago
CD PROJEKT RED - Open World Designer

CD PROJEKT RED

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (On-Site)
2 Weeks ago
Crystal Dynamics - Senior Camera Designer

Crystal Dynamics

(Remote)
1 Month ago
Tencent - 2D Open World Game Director

Tencent

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China (On-Site)
1 Month ago
CD PROJEKT RED - English Adaptation Specialist

CD PROJEKT RED

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (On-Site)
3 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

About The Company

KRAFTON is a collective of studios, each with their own distinct creative identity. Our team is always aspiring to evolve, innovate, and create new technology and entertainment experiences that fans can interact and engage with for years to come. This is the power of KRAFTON continuously generating unparalleled creation based on technology.

View All Jobs

Get notified when new jobs are added by Krafton

Level Up Your Career in Game Development!

Transform Your Passion into Profession with Our Comprehensive Courses for Aspiring Game Developers.

Job Common Plug