Narrative Designer (Temporary Assignment)

Choice of Remote (in approved states) or Hybrid

1 month ago

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Forge alternate worlds that deepen players' lives! We're a game development studio based in Los Angeles, dedicated to the idea that online games can deliver deeper, more meaningful experiences.

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Narrative Designer (Temporary Assignment) to join our team. In this role, you’ll bring characters, quests, and stories to life by writing engaging quests, scripting NPC behavior, and developing items with unique descriptions.

What We're Looking For:

You develop and implement engaging quests and dialogue for in-game experiences using Unreal Engine 5.
You script animations and basic AI behaviors for NPCs to create a dynamic and immersive player experience.
You write names and detailed descriptions for various items, outfits, and gear, enhancing the lore and depth of the game.

Nice to Have:

Game Development Experience: 3+ years experience working in games, either as a writer or narrative designer
Narrative Design Experience: Experience working on an Openworld game, or other game with quest-based storytelling
Passion for Simulation Games: A genuine interest in and experience playing games in the cozy simulation genre and opinionated about their unique design considerations.
Detail-oriented. We need someone who dots every “i” and crosses every “t.”
Passion for Great Gameplay. You know how to put the player experience first and know how to tell a story that blends with gameplay instead of distracting from it.

Salary Information:

This is 3-month temporary assignment position with a possible extension. The assignment extension will depend on your performance and the studio's direction. The Los Angeles hourly rate for this temporary assignment position is $39.90 - $54.33/hour. Hourly rate will be determined by role, level, and location. Please discuss your specific hourly rate expectations for your preferred location during our interview process.

Location:

Choice of Remote (in approved states) or Hybrid office options in Los Angeles, CA or Orange County, CA unless noted above
Aligned to core Pacific Coast hours (10:00am - 4:00pm PT)
Remote eligible locations (the United States): California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington
Remote eligible locations (Canada): Quebec Province

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental, 401k Matching, and Equity
Relocation Assistance

Job Vertical:

PC and Console Games

About Us

With our first project, we’re exploring new styles of game design and tackling difficult technical problems to create a game that’s beautiful and intricate, delivering far more than superficial entertainment or basic wish fulfillment, an experience that becomes a meaningful part of your life. Our vision is to create a compelling virtual universe filled with rich and diverse gameplay experiences and social interactions that will keep you playing for years, evolving along with you and the rest of the community. We want our players to feel valued as well as to have a true sense of belonging.

Sounds ambitious? We think so too. If you’re interested in the challenge of building a new genre, in making rewarding interactive and community experiences filled with amazing art and world-class technology to support this living world, join us on the journey.

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Singularity 6 is moving to remote-choice, giving the option to our team members to either work remotely in our supported states or work hybrid onsite in our offices for most of our roles. Remote work is approved in these locations: The United States - CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, NY, NC, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, and WA and Canada - Quebec Province. Hybrid onsite work is available in our Los Angeles, CA office and our office in Orange County, CA. Some roles might have full onsite requirements. Prospective employees outside these locations are welcome to apply—offers will be contingent upon relocating to an approved state or province on or before Day One of employment. This policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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