Job Description
Amiqus are partnered with one of the UK’s top AAA console developers as they look to hire an experienced Lead Narrative Designer for their latest project. The studio is a Playstation 1st Party developer working on multiple AAA projects. They are approx. 350+ heads, culturally one big family, inclusive and diverse. This role can be onsite or fully remote (UK only) depending on what you prefer.We are looking for a Lead Narrative Designer to join the early development of a new, AAA, Unreal 5 multiplayer action game. This bold project aims to break new ground in multiplayer, blending gameplay mechanics in new ways and deeply embedding storytelling elements into a unique universe. We’re building an elite, diverse first-party team and this is your opportunity to help shape a future blockbuster!This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual looking for their next challenge, as the team is at an early stage, you will ensure the narrative design is a central pillar of the development. You will also play an active role in helping to grow and develop the narrative design team. Key Responsibilities:Working with the Narrative Director to contribute to the game’s overall story and lore developmentWorking with game design to articulate story beats through core multiplayer gameplayWork with art to identify opportunities/techniques for environmental storytellingDetermine the best narrative technique for each storytelling opportunityDesign and develop narrative in-game mechanics serving story needsBe part of the custodian team for the narrative across gameplay, cinematic content, dialogue, and textReviewing the game to identify situations for narrative improvement and specifically what those improvements should beDiscoverable content (pick-ups, environmental interactive elements (i.e. readable signs, etc.)VO / mocap attendance and reviewing to ensure continuity and to select takes etcDetermining and working with tools to deliver the narrative designHelp grow, develop, and champion, the narrative design team within the wider development Requirements:Significant professional game development experienceExceptional knowledge of all storytelling techniquesObsessive about delivering the very best player experienceWorking knowledge of game design and multiplayer design principlesA great communicator who is respected by their peersAbility to add to each project – proactive and driven, not waiting for tasks from othersAn intuition for, and interest in, multiplayer action games If the above sounds like it could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for then get in touch. For a casual chat about the role in more detail call me on 01925 839 722 or drop me an email on lee.burns@amiqus.com I look forwards to hearing from you.