Narrative Lead

Who We Are 

MAKE LIFE EPIC

Founded in 1996, Firaxis Games is a world-renowned game development studio with an unwavering mission to “build games that stand the test of time”. The name Firaxis, a fusion of “fiery” and “axis,” communicates the company’s dynamic development process that results in the creation of ground breaking titles with unparalleled gameplay delivered to gamers around the world. Under the creative direction of industry legend Sid Meier, Firaxis has released dozens of hit games on multiple platforms and is recognized as an industry leader in game development.

CORE VALUES:

GAMEPLAY FIRST

Let gameplay drive decision making

BE ACCOUNTABLE

Deliver great work for the studio, the team & yourself

PEOPLE FOCUSED

Maintain an environment where people are happy

EMBRACE ENTHUSIASM

Find opportunities to contribute and collaborate

WORK SMART

Put effort where it pays off the most

What You Will Do:

Narrative Lead

Firaxis Games is looking for a talented Narrative Lead for a new AAA Title. This is an opportunity to join an established team behind some of the industry’s most admired franchises such as the XCOM and the Civilization series and work on a beloved worldwide IP.

What is the role?

We are looking for someone to own and execute the Narrative of an upcoming title.  You will work closely with the Narrative Director to help create a story in a well-known IP universe. Working with a team you will drive the execution of a strong narrative vision.

We are looking for someone who:

Loves storytelling, particularly storytelling in games.Can effectively direct a team of writers, both internal and external across multiple locations.Has shipped at least one AAA title in a credited Lead or Director role.Is equally great at motivating other writers and providing actionable feedback.Is experienced in writing cinematics as well as in-game content (including branching dialogue).Can represent the story of the game both internally as well as to external partners.Is experienced using in-game tools and can help drive their development.Has a sense of visual storytelling. Can work with the Cinematic Director as well as writers, designers, and animators to help block out, build, and finalize scenes.

Required Skills:

Strong writing skills, particularly dialogue.Mastery of multiple tones and genres.Excellent editorial skills, particularly developmental feedback.Mastery of story structure and pacing across media.Strong communication skills – able to collaborate with multiple disciplines effectively.

Nice-to-Haves:

Experience working with teammates across multiple time zones.A Proficiency in Unreal and/or other game engines.Voice or live action directing experience.

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 STUDIO LEGACY:

Named World’s #1 Developer of the Year by Game Informer Magazine in 2012, Firaxis is very proud of its legacy of developing award-winning titles. We have won multiple BAFTAs, D.I.C.E Awards, Game of the Year titles, and category awards (from “Best Strategy Game” to “Best PC Game”) across our products.

Additionally, our company was also featured in SmartCEO’s “Best-Run Book” for company culture and praised for a focus on “family, fun and flexibility.” Firaxis was also named a finalist in SmartCEO’s Healthiest Company Awards for 2016.

Firaxis Games prides itself on maintaining a quality of life inside and outside the studio – when our team members are happy and healthy, creativity can thrive. We offer boot camp fitness and yoga classes at the office, a free gym with shower, regularly catered lunches and breakfasts, biweekly Friday Happy Hours, company events and parties, and a “FunZone” complete with billiards, foosball, video games, and tabletop gaming space. We are also a philanthropic studio and offer employees the chance to volunteer with local charities and nonprofits throughout the year.

Full time employees can also take advantage of Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401K retirement savings, a wellbeing initiative with the opportunity to earn cash rewards, an Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off and paid holidays.

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