About the role
About the Role
Epic Games is seeking an experienced Principal Narrative Designer to execute the narrative vision and strategy for new and existing IP. You will work closely with Senior Creative Leadership and other stakeholders to collaborate with Senior Design Leadership, Senior Art Leadership, Production, and other key stakeholders to integrate immersive, engaging storytelling across all aspects of gameplay and define Fortnite's storytelling.
Responsibilities
- Work with writers to execute the narrative vision and development for Fortnite and potential new and existing game IPs.
- Vet and review existing intake processes for the writing team across various projects, such as Fortnite Battle Royale, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of current systems.
- Collaborate closely with Senior Creative Leadership, Senior Art Leadership, Production, and other key stakeholders to craft and articulate compelling game stories, characters, and worlds that resonate with a global audience.
- Work closely with the game design team to ensure the narrative complements and enhances gameplay, coordinating with the Art team on narrative aspects of characters and world-building.
- Aid in the development and writing of engaging storylines, dialogue, and in-game text.
- Maintain effective communication with the development team and other project stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of narrative elements into the gameplay.
- Collaborate with Lead Writer to lead casting and voice recording sessions, ensuring the overall coherence and quality of the narrative experience.
Qualifications
- Extensive narrative design or writing experience in game production.
- At least one AAA shipped project as a Narrative Lead, Lead Writer, or Narrative Director.
- Significant experience with fiction writing and game design.
- A highly creative mind with a collaborative, empathetic, and innovative approach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under deadlines.
- Knowledge of industry trends and successful intellectual properties.
- Proficiency in modern video game storytelling techniques and narrative systems.
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: Epic pays 100% of premiums for employees and dependents.
- Vision HRA.
- Long Term Disability.
- Life Insurance.
- 401k with competitive match.
- Mental well-being program through Modern Health, providing free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents.
- Unlimited PTO and sick time.
- Company-wide paid breaks and events.
- Paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment.
Company Environment
Epic Games prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. The company focuses on building award-winning games and engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences. Epic values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and is an Equal Opportunity employer.