Senior Narrative Designer creating interactive narrative systems for People Can Fly’s AAA action games. Implementing content in Unreal Engine 5 across distributed global development teams.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Design and Narrative teams to develop interactive game systems related to narrative delivery
Implement narrative content in Unreal Engine 5
Participate in cross-disciplinary pods to deliver dynamic narrative experiences
Develop and communicate creative and user experience guidelines
Contribute to narrative processes and pipelines with the production team
Communicate progress, workflows, and game-feature availability to content developers and writers
Collaborate daily across global development sites
Requirements
5+ years of experience in game development, or similar field
At least one AAA title, credited as a Narrative Designer, Quest Designer or Level Designer
Game engine proficiency required; Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5 preferred
Visual scripting experience preferred
Ability to maximize value out of existing narrative systems
Excellent understanding of interactive storytelling practices
Knowledge of the current gaming industry development landscape, technologies, and tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and autonomously
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and iterate on solutions
Ability to adapt to creative or production constraints
Candidates must be from the game industry and based in Canada
Benefits
Benefit package 100% paid by PCF
Insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $500 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage)
Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics
4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1
Paid week off during Winter Holidays
20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days
Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents
Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment
Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do
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