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activision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.comWriter - Raven SoftwareJob Title: Writer - Raven Software Requisition ID: R024752 Job Description: Why Raven? At Raven, we take pride in our unique vision for the industry, one that has inspired us for over 30 years. We’ve built a team that genuinely cares—about each other, our games, and our players. Respect is at the core of how we work: no egos, just a shared focus on creating the best experiences for our audience. We hire exceptional talent, own our mistakes, and constantly strive to improve. This is a rare opportunity to join us on the next exciting chapter of our journey. If you’re eager to join a world-class team and work on groundbreaking projects, apply today—we’d love to hear from you! This role is open to remote work. Please note that this role is a temporary position estimated to be 9 months. Your Mission Your mission is to support our Lead Narrative Designer in crafting an engaging and immersive narrative that will captivate millions of gamers worldwide. This role requires agility and adaptability, as you will be working closely with various internal teams and potentially external partners to bring the story to life. Strong, persuasive communication skills are essential to this role. Most importantly, we are seeking a dedicated and innovative team player to help tell our story. Key Responsibilities… Write, review, and edit dialogue and text for cinematics, in-game scenes, game assets, UI, and other related materials. Collaborate effectively with other disciplines including designers, engineers, artists, producers, and animators to deliver a world-class game narrative. Research subject matter relating to the narrative to ensure an authentic experience. Be a proactive self-starter that can independently execute high-level direction. Play builds of the game in-progress and provide concise, prioritized feedback. You Bring… Minimum Requirements: 3+ years in the games industry working in a narrative or design capacity, with at least 1 shipped title in the AAA console / PC space. Screenplay, fiction, or game writing experience. Strong problem-solving skills. Passionate and egoless attitude that welcomes feedback and criticism, and enjoys working in a collaborative, iterative, and agile process. Impressive communication skills. Ability to quickly execute high-level direction in a fast-paced team environment. Solid understanding of modern single-player design with ability to clearly discuss trends. Passion for games with a desire to make an impact at an industry level. Good problem-solving skills. Expertise in creating high and low-level documentation using tools like Power Point, Word, Excel, Visio, etc. Extra Points: Familiarity with the Call of Duty franchise and Warzone. The ability to implement dialogue and text for cinematics, in-game scenes, game assets, UI and other related materials. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the FPS games space. Prior experience working on a AAA first-person shooter. Experience with programming/scripting languages. About Activision Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™ and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners. Raven Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Rewards We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including: Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance; 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching; Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave; Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others; If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/. In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $26.83 - $49.63 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. Activision Blizzard, Inc. is the world’s largest interactive entertainment company, with operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Skylanders®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, Candy Crush™, and Bubble Witch™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet! We’re proud to be recognized as one of FORTUNE’s "100 Best Companies To Work For®” for five consecutive years and have earned a spot on FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies,” and “Future 50” lists. Our 10,000+ global employees are some of the best and brightest talents across entertainment, media, and technology. This Applicant Privacy Notice summarizes how the information you submit as a job applicant through this website will be handled and protected by Activision Blizzard and its subsidiaries ("we" or "us") For full details regarding the types of information we may collect from you, how and why we use this information, and with whom we share this information, please see our applicant Privacy Policy. Please click one of the following links to see the full Applicant Privacy Policy In your language: Chinese, Korean (Entertainment), Korean (Studio), French — Canada, French — Europe, German ,Spanish
CD PROJEKT REDWriterCompany Description: To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description: We’re looking for a Writer to join the CD PROJEKT RED team dedicated to crafting the studio’s first-ever original IP and video game, codenamed Project Hadar. We believe the universe we are creating is one bursting with limitless potential, and we want you to help us broaden and utilize it, making sure it not only matches gamers’ high expectations set by past CD PROJEKT RED titles but exceeds them.In this position you will help to lay foundations to a brand-new project, you will write documentation, craft compelling stories, engaging dialogues, and immersive narrative experiences that will resonate with players worldwide. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity. If you are a natural-born storyteller, creativity is one of your strongest points and you’re eager for new challenges, we’d love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities* Co-creating new CDPR project. * Designing narrative in macro and micro scale. * Writing dialogues and scenarios for in-game storytelling. * Creating and maintaining narrative documentation related to the game’s world, characters, and overarching story. * Supporting narrative content across various game systems. * Collaborating with quest designers and cinematic designers to ensure seamless integration of storytelling elements. * Helping the design team iterate on narrative delivery techniques to enhance player immersion. Qualifications: * Native Polish and very good knowledge of English. * Successfully adapted script or published texts (books, short stories, screenplays, etc.). * Exceptional writing talent and strong language proficiency. * Broad general knowledge and understanding of culture and society. * Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others. * Creativity and a flexible approach to storytelling. * Willingness to learn tools and editors used in game development. Nice to Have (These skills are not required but will be considered a plus.)* Experience working in a creative team. * Experience in the video game industry (even if the title is unpublished). For your application, please add 2-3 examples of professional texts/books in which you have participated as a writer/storyteller/author. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Additional Information: Working modeIn-office in Warsaw, Poland.  Relocation is required. Relocation support* Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings: it’s all covered.  * Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements - all you need to feel right at home is taken care of. * Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too. * Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave. Perks & Professional Growth* Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM. * A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. * Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Health & Well-being* Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. * Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.  * Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. Social Activities & Life in the Office* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. * Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. * Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy! * Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Head office in Warsaw* Sustainable campus with an eco ethos — solar panels provide green energy, 2000 plants and an air-filtering system to help provide clean air, electric car charging points, flower meadows, and more green features in the works. * An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support and yoga and healthy spine classes. * Car and bike parking spaces. * A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. If you've observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click here to report them.
CD PROJEKT REDNarrative QA AnalystCompany Description: To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description: We're looking for an experienced and motivated professional to join our Witcher 4 QA team as a Narrative QA Analyst. If you have a solid background in QA with a strong focus on narrative aspects of video games we want to hear from you. Daily Responsibilities:* Develop Narrative QA Test Plans & Strategies focusing on narrative consistency, quest logic, dialogue accuracy, and storytelling flow. * Write and Maintain Test Cases & Checklists including dialogue consistency checks, Quest progression and branching outcomes, Lore consistency, VO sync and subtitle accuracy. * Ensure effective Narrative QA documentation and knowledge sharing by creating, maintaining and organizing test documentation, including testing processes and reported bugs, to keep it accessible for the Witcher 4 team. * Collaborate closely with development and design teams to ensure the game aligns with story and technical specifications. * Conduct comprehensive testing of video games, focusing on storybuilding, implementation of questlines, Cinematic and VO quality, story logic, lore logic, emotional representation of scenes, questflow, pace building. * Identify and report bugs, track their resolution and verify fixes. * Analyze data and manage risks related to the game's narrative aspects. * Provide constructive feedback on cutscenes, questflow, lore, and narrative aspects of the game. Ensure coherence, emotional impact, and player engagement while also assessing the quality of cinematics and voice-over to maintain narrative consistency and immersion. * Test and assess the game's performance and stability on different platforms to ensure smooth gameplay and the proper functionality of narrative elements. Qualifications: * Experience in working in a similar position. * Experience in creating and verifying detailed test checklists. * Experience in documenting testing processes and bugs using bug-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail). * Excellent understanding of video games and their storytelling mechanics, branching narratives and choice-driven systems. * Ability to identify and report bugs including issues related to the game's narrative aspects. * Ability to collaborate with teams and provide constructive feedback on the game, including its narrative elements and overall player experience. * Ability to think analytically, solve problems efficiently and approach work in a structured, systematic manner. * Strong attention to detail and precision in work. * Team player with strong communication skills. * Fluent English. * Passion for video games and narrative storytelling in various genres. Nice to have* Experience in testing games on various platforms (PC, consoles, VR). * Understanding of various narration systems used in movies and games, including linear, branching, nonlinear, environmental, procedural, and emergent storytelling. * Familiarity with various commercial game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity). * Basic knowledge of automation tools or scripting for QA automation. Additional Information: Working mode* Office/Hybrid/Remote (remote job possible only +/- 3h of the Warsaw time zone). Relocation support* Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings: it’s all covered. Who said moving countries needs to be complicated? * Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements, helping out with translations if needed, and much more — we have dedicated teams to help make sure that all you need to feel right at home is taken care of. * Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too. * Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave. Perks & Professional Growth* Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM. * A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. * Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Health & Well-being* Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. * Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.  * Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. Social Activities & Life in the Office* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. * Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. * Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy! * Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Head office in Warsaw* Sustainable campus with an eco ethos — solar panels provide green energy, 2000 plants and an air-filtering system to help provide clean air, electric car charging points, flower meadows, and more green features in the works. * An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support and yoga and healthy spine classes. * Car and bike parking spaces. * A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. If you've observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click here to report them.
GameloftNarrative Designer (Disney Dreamlight Valley, PC/Console)Company Description: Leader in the development and publishing of games, Gameloft® has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, creating innovative gaming experiences for over 20 years. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter and also partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination Entertainment, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,400 people worldwide. Every month, 55 million unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.   Job Description: As a Narrative Designer, you'll be responsible for shaping the game's storytelling experience, ensuring that narrative elements enhance gameplay and immersion. You'll craft compelling dialogues, define character arcs, and maintain narrative consistency across the game.We're looking for a candidate who can seamlessly fit storytelling to game mechanics, develop engaging narratives, collaborate closely with designers to create a cohesive player experience. Qualifications: * Mastery of English; * Degree in Creative Writing, Theatre, Film (or self-taught with relevant experience), or Professional writing experience in video games or another dramatic medium; * Strong editorial skills with the ability to craft sharp, engaging dialogue; * Ability to create clear, coherent stories for diverse audiences; * Strong understanding of visual storytelling, plot, structure, and character development; * Knowledge of interactive storytelling and how narrative supports game mechanics and player retention; * Passion for gaming, with deep knowledge of game design, culture, and the entertainment industry; * Proficiency in presenting narrative concepts using Excel, PowerPoint, Miro, or similar tools; * Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with adaptability to constraints; * Exceptional attention to detail. Would be considered a plus:* Experience with game editors and prototyping tools (e.g., Unity); * Strong pitching and presentation skills; * Commercial writing experience for licensed IPs; * Disney fan or Disney Dreamlight Valley player. Responsibilities:Collaborating with the Narrative Director and an international team of talented writers, you will:* Write compelling dialogue between characters and the player; * Capture the authentic voices of Disney’s iconic characters; * Develop immersive narrative content aligned with the game's vision; * Craft engaging stories with well-defined character motivations and dramatic arcs; * Integrate narrative seamlessly with gameplay systems; * Create and maintain documentation for all narrative elements; * Identify and solve narrative challenges through creative collaboration; * Participate in writers' rooms, giving and receiving constructive feedback; * Implement your writing to the game using game editor. Benefits:* Join a top global mobile and video games publisher using the latest technologies; * Work with a talented international team in a friendly, creative environment; * Gain experience in the fast-paced and innovative video games industry; * Contribute to high-ranking products recognized worldwide; * Grow your career with dynamic promotions and global opportunities. What Gameloft offers:* Possibility to work remote in a global product company with talented people; * Competitive salary according to the qualifications; * 21-day paid vacation, 5 days paid sick leave and national holidays as non-working days; * Medical insurance, psychologist; * Parental leave; * Own educational platform with courses, training programs, certifications; * Employee Referral Program with great bonuses; * Technical support and equipment. Additional Information: Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a test assessment.
CD PROJEKT REDSupport Writer Specialist (Story Team)Company Description: To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description: We are looking for Support Writer Specialist to support us in working on creative projects. The ideal candidate is a person who can work with both English and Polish texts, is well-organized, detail-oriented. The role requires both analytical skills, an understanding of games from a creative perspective, and fluent knowledge of Polish and English language rules.Key Responsibilities* Supporting the analysis process of projects in terms of quality, compliance with requirements, and narrative potential. * Developing reports and summaries in Polish and English. * Preparing and updating professional project documentation in two languages. * Planning tasks within a multi-project work environment. * Ensuring timely delivery of information and materials. * Collaborating with project analysts and development teams to ensure project consistency and high quality. Qualifications: * Fluent knowledge of Polish and English languages. Knowledge of other foreign languages ​​will be an additional asset. * Advanced text work skills. Ability to edit text in Polish and English. * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a creative, publishing, or related environment, involving project management or documentation. * Knowledge of processes in creative projects. * Highly developed organizational skills. Ability to effectively plan, prioritize tasks, and manage time. * Analytical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities. * Excellent communication skills and ease in building relationships with internal and external partners. * Experience in working with project documentation and reports. * Ability to work in a multitasking environment. * Knowledge of products created at CDPR: games and others. * Extensive general knowledge. Nice to Have (These skills are not required but will be considered a plus)* Knowledge of project management tools. * Knowledge of languages and cultures. * Passion for RPG games and understanding of the narrative specifics of games. * Knowledge of basic narrative design principles. For your application, please add 2-3 examples of professional texts/books in which you have participated as a writer/storyteller/editor. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. You can add your samples to your resume as one file. If the file will be more than 10MB, share your samples with us via a link to a google drive or other similar medium.  Additional Information: Working modeIn-office in Warsaw, Poland.  Relocation is required. Relocation support* Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings: it’s all covered.  * Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements - all you need to feel right at home is taken care of. * Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too. * Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave. Perks & Professional Growth* Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM. * A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. * Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Health & Well-being* Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. * Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.  * Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. Social Activities & Life in the Office* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. * Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. * Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy! * Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Head office in Warsaw* Sustainable campus with an eco ethos — solar panels provide green energy, 2000 plants and an air-filtering system to help provide clean air, electric car charging points, flower meadows, and more green features in the works. * An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support and yoga and healthy spine classes. * Car and bike parking spaces. * A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. If you've observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click here to report them.
explore.jobs.netflix.netSenior Writer, Games Studio | Los Angeles,California,United States of America | Netflix5+ years of game writing work, with senior level experience highly preferred 2+ shipped games as a hands-on game writer Strong game writing, communication, and presentation skills Screenwriting background and familiarity with current entertainment industry key players and trends Familiarity with the language of cinematic storytelling Experience directing high-level talent in VO sessions Experience collaborating with high level showrunners and talent in writers' room settings Experience writing in a variety of genres (portfolio of shipped products and writing samples required) Experience writing in the horror genre highly preferred Not afraid of change or uncharted territory. Thinking about “what could be” is creatively exciting to you! Energized by innovation in interactive storytelling Passionate about and knowledgeable in stories across all mediums - you're a walking encyclopedia of references that illustrate excellence in storytelling Familiar with both the game development process and entertainment industry Can pitch and present with clarity and compelling vision new ideas to teammates and partners A relentless advocate for excellent player experience across all stages of development and production Great at understanding the root of feedback, addressing and adapting to notes Quick on your feet
CD PROJEKT REDNarrative QA AnalystCompany Description: To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description: CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Narrative QA Analyst to join our Boston studio team working on Project Orion, the next game in the Cyberpunk franchise. In this role, you will focus on ensuring the highest narrative quality by identifying, analyzing, and verifying issues related to storytelling, dialogue, and overall narrative coherence. You will collaborate closely with writers, designers, and the broader QA team to maintain consistency, immersion, and player engagement throughout the game’s narrative experience.Key Responsibilities:* Develop Narrative QA Test Plans & Strategies focusing on narrative consistency, quest logic, dialogue accuracy, and storytelling flow. * Write and Maintain Test Cases & Checklists including dialogue consistency checks, Quest progression and branching outcomes, Lore consistency, VO sync and subtitle accuracy. * Ensure effective Narrative QA documentation and knowledge sharing by creating, maintaining and organizing test documentation, including testing processes and reported bugs, to keep it accessible for the Orion team. * Collaborate closely with development and design teams to ensure the game aligns with story and technical specifications. * Conduct comprehensive testing of video games, focusing on storybuilding, implementation of questlines, Cinematic and VO quality, story logic, lore logic, emotional representation of scenes, questflow, pace building. * Identify and report bugs, track their resolution and verify fixes. * Analyze data and manage risks related to the game's narrative aspects. * Provide constructive feedback on cutscenes, questflow, lore, and narrative aspects of the game. Ensure coherence, emotional impact, and player engagement while also assessing the quality of cinematics and voice-over to maintain narrative consistency and immersion. * Test and assess the game's performance and stability on different platforms to ensure smooth gameplay and the proper functionality of narrative elements. Qualifications:  * 3+ years experience in working in a similar position. * Experience in creating and verifying detailed test checklists. * Experience in documenting testing processes and bugs using bug-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail). * Excellent understanding of video games and their storytelling mechanics, branching narratives and choice-driven systems. * Ability to identify and report bugs including issues related to the game's narrative aspects. * Ability to collaborate with teams and provide constructive feedback on the game, including its narrative elements and overall player experience. * Ability to think analytically, solve problems efficiently and approach work in a structured, systematic manner. * Strong attention to detail and precision in work. * Team player with strong communication skills. * Passion for video games and narrative storytelling in various genres. Nice to haves(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)* Experience in testing games on various platforms (PC, consoles, VR). * Understanding of various narration systems used in movies and games, including linear, branching, nonlinear, environmental, procedural, and emergent storytelling. * Familiarity with various commercial game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity). * Basic knowledge of automation tools or scripting for QA automation. Additional Information: This job requires working in Boston, US. Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity. Health & Well-being* Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental). * Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years). * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual. * 401K with employer matching. * Gym Membership Reimbursement. Perks & Professional Growth* Flexible working hours. * Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! * A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. Life in the Office* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.  If you have observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click here to report them.

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Technical Narrative Designer - CD Projekt RED. Warsaw (remote).

CD PROJEKT REDTechnical Narrative DesignerCompany Description: To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members! Job Description: CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a mid-level Technical Narrative Designer to bridge the creative and technical aspects of storytelling within our next title, Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set within the world of The Witcher. In this role, you will be part of a growing team helping to design and build our storytelling systems and tools, as well as supporting the implementation of narrative.This role reports to the Lead Narrative Designer. RESPONSIBILITIES:* Contribute to the narrative design process in collaboration with the narrative team and additional stakeholders. * Collaborate with engineering to develop tools that support and streamline narrative development workflows. * Implement, debug, and polish the presentation of narrative content. * Create and maintain narrative team resources including style guides, best practices, and design documentation. * Work across various departments to integrate story elements that bring to life and champion the narrative vision. Qualifications: * Experience in a narrative or design role on a story-forward game. * Proven track record of owning features from concept to implementation. * The ability to communicate fluently with engineers around technical implementation of tools and pipelines. * Familiarity with dynamic narrative systems. * Proficiency with Unreal Engine, Blueprints. Curiosity, kindness, and a positive, professional attitude.  NICE TO HAVES:* Experience with localization. * Experience with scripting or programming tools. * A passion for storytelling and its presentation. * Experience with cinematic design and cinematography. Additional Information: Working modelOffice-First: working from the Warsaw studio for a minimum of 10 days per month. Perks & Professional Growth* Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM. * A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. * Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag! Health & Well-being* Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. * Support during COVID-19 — regular tests and COVID vaccinations at the studio as well as professional advice and guidance from a specialist doctor. * Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.  * Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. Social Activities & Life in the Office* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. * Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. * Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy! * Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. Head office in Warsaw* Sustainable campus with an eco ethos — solar panels provide green energy, 2000 plants and an air-filtering system to help provide clean air, electric car charging points, flower meadows, and more green features in the works. * An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support and yoga and healthy spine classes. * Car and bike parking spaces. * A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.  If you've observed any irregularities in our recruitment process please click here to report them.