Middle+/Senior Narrative Game Designer

Volmi - A Virtuos Studio is a Ukrainian company, part of the global game development company Virtuos, specializing in creating art content for games. We cooperate with the leaders of the gaming industry, participate in the creation of world-class projects and continue to replenish our talented team.

Join our team of like-minded people who are passionate about a common goal and love for games as a Middle+/Senior Narrative Game Designer and create the highest quality games with us!

What are you working on?

• Platforms: PC, Mobile

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

• Develop and oversee the narrative elements of the game, including storylines, character backstories, dialogue, and lore, ensuring consistency with the game universe.

• Collaborate with the game design and art teams to ensure the narrative is seamlessly integrated with gameplay mechanics and visual elements.

• Write compelling dialogue and narrative text that enhances player immersion and drives the game's story forward.

• Create detailed narrative documents and scripts that guide the development team.

• Work closely with voice actors and directors during the recording sessions to ensure the narrative vision is accurately captured.

• Continuously iterate on the narrative based on feedback from playtesting, the game design team, and external stakeholders.

• Maintain a deep understanding of the lore to ensure authenticity and adherence to the universe.

• Stay up-to-date with narrative trends in gaming and other media to continually improve and innovate our narrative approaches.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

• Proven experience as a Narrative Designer or a similar role in the gaming industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing your narrative work.

• Exceptional storytelling, writing, and editing skills, with the ability to craft engaging and coherent narratives.

• Strong understanding of game design principles and how narrative integrates with gameplay.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to feedback and changes in creative direction.

• Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, Literature, Game Design, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience with scriptwriting software and game development tools is a plus.

• Excellent proficiency in English.

Will be a plus:

• A passion for board games, turn-based strategy games, or fantasy games, providing a solid understanding of what makes such games enjoyable and engaging.

• Active participation in the board game or fantasy gaming communities, with insights into player expectations and trends.

• A portfolio of previous game projects.

Why do we enjoy working here?

• A variety of projects.

• The ability to offer and implement your own solutions.

• Wide prospect of career and professional growth.

• Friendly and inspiring atmosphere in the team.

• Flexible work schedule.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.

• Team building and other fun activities.