Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Lawrence, MA · Remote
$40/hr
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Lawrence, MA · Remote
$40/hr
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Oak Lawn, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Oak Lawn, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Chapel Hill, NC · Remote
$40/hr
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Chapel Hill, NC · Remote
$40/hr
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CT · Remote
$40/hr
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CT · Remote
$40/hr
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Kalamazoo, MI · Remote
$40/hr
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Kalamazoo, MI · Remote
$40/hr
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Rockville, MD · Remote
$40/hr
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Rockville, MD · Remote
$40/hr
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Plano, TX · Remote
$40/hr
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Plano, TX · Remote
$40/hr
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Las Vegas, NV · Remote
$40/hr
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Las Vegas, NV · Remote
$40/hr
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Atlanta, GA · Remote
$40/hr
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Atlanta, GA · Remote
$40/hr
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Champaign, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Champaign, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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WI · Remote
$40/hr
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WI · Remote
$40/hr
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NY · Remote
$40/hr
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NY · Remote
$40/hr
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Lowell, MA · Remote
$40/hr
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Lowell, MA · Remote
$40/hr
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NE · Remote
$40/hr
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NE · Remote
$40/hr
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Naperville, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Naperville, IL · Remote
$40/hr
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Yonkers, NY · Remote
$40/hr
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Yonkers, NY · Remote
$40/hr
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Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$40/hr
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Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
$40/hr
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MI · Remote
$40/hr
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MI · Remote
$40/hr
Deep knowledge of game design principles, game mechanics, level design, narrative design, user ... Guides students through designing game mechanics documents, building levels in game engines ...
Tallahassee, FL · Remote
$40/hr
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Tallahassee, FL · Remote
$40/hr
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To thrive as a Video Game Narrative Designer, you need strong storytelling abilities, an understanding of interactive narrative structures, and often a degree in writing, game design, or a related field. Familiarity with scripting languages, narrative design tools like Twine or Ink, and experience using game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine are highly valuable. Collaboration, adaptability, and effective communication are essential soft skills, enabling you to work closely with artists, programmers, and other designers. These competencies ensure you can craft engaging stories that align with gameplay mechanics while contributing positively to interdisciplinary development teams.
A Video Game Narrative Designer is responsible for shaping the story, characters, and overall narrative experience in a game. They collaborate with writers, designers, and developers to ensure that storytelling integrates seamlessly with gameplay. This can involve writing dialogue, structuring quests, and developing lore. Their goal is to create compelling, immersive narratives that enhance player engagement.
A typical day for a Video Game Narrative Designer often involves writing dialogue, developing branching storylines, and integrating narrative elements into the game's environment. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, programmers, and audio teams to ensure the story matches the gameplay and overall vision of the project. Regular meetings, brainstorming sessions, and iteration based on playtesting feedback are common. This collaborative, creative environment requires flexibility and strong communication as you help shape the emotional and narrative flow of the game.
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501 - 1,000 Employees
St. Louis, MO, US
2007
