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Assistant Narrative Design Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer, Electrical

San Francisco, CA

$126K - $165K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer, Electrical

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$126K - $165K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists ...

Alfatech

Be Seen First

Senior Electrical Engineer, Hybrid, Data centers

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager, and ... process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists ...

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer, Electrical

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$105K - $120K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$150K - $165K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... basis of design narrative, design checklists, interdisciplinary coordination schedules, etc.

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists ...

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists ...

AlfaTech

Sr. Engineer

San Jose, CA

$122K - $168K/yr

Job Summary In this role, the Senior Engineer will assist the Lead Project Engineer or Project ... process (design criteria submission, the basis of design narrative, design checklists ...

TechStyle Fashion Group

Sr. Director, Design

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$170 - $220/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... narrative and guest-centric approach.* Drive cross-functional alignment and influence across ... Act as a mentor and multiplier, building and leading a team of directors, designers, and assistants ...

JF Retail Services

Sr. Director, Design

El Segundo, CA · Hybrid

$170K - $220K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... narrative and guest-centric approach. * Drive cross-functional alignment and influence across ... Act as a mentor and multiplier, building and leading a team of directors, designers, and assistants ...

Fabletics

Sr. Director, Design

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... narrative and guest-centric approach. * Drive cross-functional alignment and influence across ... Act as a mentor and multiplier, building and leading a team of directors, designers, and assistants ...

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What is an assistant narrative designer?

An Assistant Narrative Designer is a professional who supports the creation and implementation of stories, characters, dialogue, and world-building elements in video games or interactive media. They work closely with senior narrative designers and other team members to help develop engaging storylines, write in-game text, and ensure narrative consistency. Their responsibilities may also include organizing narrative assets, assisting with editing, and participating in brainstorming sessions to enhance the storytelling experience. This entry-level role provides valuable experience for those looking to grow within the game narrative field.

How does an assistant narrative designer typically collaborate with other game development team members?

As an Assistant Narrative Designer, you will work closely with writers, game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure that story elements are seamlessly integrated into gameplay. Your responsibilities often include supporting the lead narrative designer, assisting in scriptwriting and dialogue, and providing feedback on how narrative choices affect player experience. Effective communication and a willingness to iterate based on team feedback are essential, as you’ll regularly participate in meetings and brainstorming sessions to align story direction with the game's overall vision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant narrative designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Narrative Designer, you need strong creative writing skills, a solid understanding of storytelling principles, and often a relevant degree in writing, game design, or a related field. Familiarity with game engines (such as Unity or Unreal), branching narrative tools (like Twine or Ink), and collaborative platforms (such as Jira or Confluence) is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork are essential soft skills for collaborating with designers, artists, and developers. These abilities ensure that narrative elements are seamlessly integrated into the game experience, enhancing player engagement and supporting cohesive project development.

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Creative Director - Darkpaw Games

Daybreak Games

San Diego, CA • On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Position Title: Creative Director
Studio/Department: Darkpaw Games/Live Development
Employee Type: Full Time, Regular
Location:San Diego, CA / Remote (Daybreak Approved Remote Locations (CA, WA, TX, NY))
Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000, pay may vary on location.
Description
The Creative Director will provide creative leadership for game aesthetics, mechanics, design, and story for Darkpaw Games, located in San Diego, CA. In partnership with the Darkpaw Games Creative and Leadership teams, this person will also help attract and retain the best creative gaming talent around. This position will:
  • Provide visionary oversight and creative direction for an unannounced title within Darkpaw Games.
  • Establish and refine the high-level core gameplay loops.
  • Advise on and develop supplementary systems that reinforce gameplay loops that focus on core pillars of the game:
    • Community and Teamwork - Working together and building social bonds to achieve things that you can't do (or is very hard to do) on your own.
    • Fairness - You perform certain gameplay actions, put the time in, "work" hard and you get rewarded, your accomplishments and achievements are never taken away.
    • Escape and Exploration - We build alternative worlds where players can take a break from real life or want to get a feeling of exploring something new with a sense of danger (high fantasy exploration).
  • Maintain knowledge of the global game market and use to influence and add value to our product offerings.
  • Assist with the recruitment of key talent and grow and mentor the Design team.
  • Lead creative teams to establish and meet key milestones with expected quality, budget, and time standards.

Required Experience & Skills
  • 10+ years of direct game development experience.
  • Proven success from previously released titles.
  • Relevant experience in achieving results via strong leadership.
  • Ability to motivate teams and build consensus.
  • Ability to design and elaborate on core gameplay loops and design systems that reinforce the loop from end-to-end.
  • Effective and positive interpersonal skills.
  • Proven problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience developing MMO games.
  • Strong portfolio of work in current game engines UE4/5.
  • Ability to assist with systems, level, and narrative design when the situation arises.
  • Experience working on PC and console games.
  • Experience developing procedurally generated content.

Preferred Skills:
  • Experience developing games on pre-existing IP.
  • Previous experience with building a game from concept to release.

Feel like you are a match for this role, but don't meet all the requirements and pluses? We encourage fresh viewpoints, so as long as you can show us how your attitude and other skills make up for any gaps, we still want to see your application!
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Daybreak Game Company LLC is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games. Best known for blockbuster hits and franchises such as DC Universe™ Online, PlanetSide®, EverQuest®, and Dungeons and Dragons Online®, Daybreak creates, develops, and provides compelling online entertainment for millions of gamers worldwide. We are the game publisher for Darkpaw Games, Dimensional Ink Games, and Standing Stone Games. To top it off, we are making games in three of the coolest cities in the United States: San Diego, Austin, and Boston. We make games that bring people together and build lasting communities and are totally devoted to delivering the ultimate gaming experience! Find out more about our company at www.daybreakgames.com.
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Daybreak Game Company will never ask applicants for social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or through online messaging apps (WhatsApp, Hangouts). We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview.
**Daybreak Game Company, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Diversity in the workplace.**

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