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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.

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.
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Assistant/Associate Professor of 3D Animation, Graphic Design or Visual Communication and Photogr...

Assistant/Associate Professor of 3D Animation, Graphic Design or Visual Communication and Photogr...

Oral Roberts University

Tulsa, OK • On-site

$29K - $38K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

ABOUT US
Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!
JOB DESCRIPTION
- FULL TIME
Oral Roberts University Institute of Design, Experience and Art (IDEA) invites applications for promotion-track Assistant/Associate Professor position for one of three design related areas: 3D animation, graphic design or visual communication-photography. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Ideal candidate must have demonstrated success in one of these areas:
  • 3D Modeling: Experience with 3D modeling, gaming, narrative storytelling and animated communication while demonstrating sensitivity to aesthetics, typography and design. Additionally, the candidate should have an awareness of and an enthusiasm for growing into the emergent field of XR (extended reality) design and development. Opportunities exist for interdisciplinary development with other academic units, including Worship, Theatre, Dance, Film and Computer Science.
  • Design: Experience in graphic or communication design, which may include typography, interactive design & development, branding, narrative and time-based media, publication design, design research, UI/UX, community-based design, portfolio development, professional practices, or internship supervision. Ideal candidates will successfully demonstrate sensitivity to aesthetics, typography and design.
  • Visual Communication and Photography: Candidate will have professional photographic and visual design experience that integrates contemporary professional practice with specific emphasis on emerging technologies (AI and LLMs) and interdisciplinary practices. Additionally, the candidate should have an awareness of and an enthusiasm for growing into the collaborative, interdisciplinary design environment, professional practice and design studio and project management.
DUTIES
ORU Faculty teach broadly in the curricula of their subjects, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of position will include the undergraduate level development and teaching of introductory and core courses in the discipline, resulting in 3-3 load of six-contact hour per week studio courses.
Successful hires will also be responsible for development of courses in their area(s) of specialization, as well as be responsible for producing scholarship/creative work commensurate with the requirements for promotion. The successful candidate will teach critical thinking, problem solving, contemporary theory and emerging concepts in contemporary visual design practice.
REQUIREMENTS
Required Qualifications:
  • Terminal graduate degree preferred (MFA, PhD), or equivalent degree from an accredited institution, or significant sustained industry experience:
    • Game development and/or virtual production and/or virtual reality, modeling and lighting animation and film disciplines.
    • Graphic design or related field, including but not limited to branding, environmental design, digital design, motion design, or digital product design.
    • Visual Communication or Photography, visual and communication related areas of study, including digital or film, studio and commercial, marketing or social media.
  • Evidence of excellent operational skills in industry standard practices necessary to instruct undergraduate students in one of the referenced subdisciplines.
  • Demonstrated professional or research practice in referenced subdisciplines.
  • Experience with using and teaching production equipment, such as software, printers, computer-controlled machines, screens or cameras.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ideal candidate will have professional skills and experience in professional practices related to subdiscipline.
  • Teaching experience in adjacent areas such as art history, digital fabrication or packaging and environmental design.
  • Evidence of student mentorship, i.e. professional placement or graduate school applications.
NOTES
  1. Complete the ORU online faculty application
  2. Please provide a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and transcripts from all colleges and universities listed on your C.V. and application
  3. Portfolio providing evidence of disciplinary expertise (website or remote file share)
  4. Please provide three letters of recommendation

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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