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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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Senior Narrative Gameplay Animator (Project Hire)

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

That's No Moon Entertainment
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$9.0K - $11K/mo

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

That's No Moon is an independent studio of storytellers and game-makers who believe in the power of narrative-driven experiences. With a diverse team of talented developers, our shared vision is to create the future of AAA experiences with a culture of creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices. Our passionate team of developers helps shape our studio, our projects, and our future.
We are looking for a Senior Narrative Gameplay Animator with a passion and drive for creating incredible animations for a AAA title. Be the go-to person in supporting immersive, narrative moments throughout the game. The animation will be of the highest quality and in-game functionality. This person will collaborate with other departments and key roles such as the Lead Animator, Camera Layout, Design, Tech Art and Stage. This role will contribute to the unified goal of creating scripted animations that are functional, narrative driven, fluid and will tie into cinematics and gameplay seamlessly.
Responsibilities:
  • Create and integrate AAA quality animations for scripted moments within the game using Unreal Engine 5
  • Use motion capture optimally and hand-key appropriately
  • Support the creation and maintenance of an Unreal pipeline for scripted events
  • Collaborate and work alongside other animators to ensure that animations are cohesive with cinematics and gameplay
  • Work at the highest level, technically and aesthetically
  • Be proactive with troubleshooting any animation workflow, rigging and pipeline issues
  • Communicate effectively with animators, engineers, realization team, and design, to give and accept feedback
  • Assist in establishing standard methodologies in animation
  • Participate in motion capture shoots when needed

Requirements & Skills:
  • Proven Senior experience working with motion capture data and hand-key animation in the game industry
  • Working knowledge of Unreal Engine, with an emphasis on animation and Sequencer
  • Ability to work in all aspects of animation including biped, quadruped and vehicles
  • Demo reel showing an understanding of animation principles, while including gameplay
  • Experienced with specific gameplay animation editing including blending, cycles and layering
  • Knowledge of previsualization and cinematography principles
  • Expert knowledge of Maya
  • Experience with creating and integrating scripted animations in engine
  • Experience with facial animation
  • Passionate about games and the enthusiasm to make the best!
  • Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills

Qualities:
  • Flexibility in switching tasks to accommodate production priorities
  • Ability to appreciate other department's perspectives
  • Maintain integrity and confidence in results-oriented times
  • Empathic and respected senior member of the team
  • Team oriented with a desire to assist other animators
  • Promote inclusivity, diversity and fairness
  • Practice patience and be open to giving and receiving feedback

Please note this is a short term contract slated to end December 2026.
TNM considers a number of factors when determining each role's base pay range, including industry benchmarks, location, experience, and other job specific skills. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for other incentive compensation including equity and profit share. The estimated base pay range for this role is U.S. only and not applicable for locations outside of the U.S.
The estimated base pay range for this role is a monthly rate between $9k-$11k USD per month.
TNM offers competitive and comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, flexible PTO, supplemental life and disability, and more. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary based on country of residence and/or part-time or temporary employment status.
That's No Moon is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, legally protected physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To those interested in submitting for roles at That's No Moon, we have a few reminders to ensure a safe application process.
1. If one of our recruiters reaches out to you, it will be with a "@thatsnomoon.com" email address. We do not email via personal email addresses either.
2. We do not conduct interviews via Discord or WhatsApp.
3. We will not ask you to provide sensitive personal information.
4. We will never request that you buy equipment specifically for your interview/test.
We are saddened that people are being taken advantage of and ask that, if you ever have any doubts about whether you are speaking to an official member of the That's No Moon team, to reach out to our official social handles directly.
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