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CD PROJEKT RED · 6 hours ago

Lead Narrative Designer

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$151K/yr - $210K/yr

3+ years exp

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Lead Narrative Designer to join our team in Boston, working on Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set within the world of The Witcher. In this role, you will be responsible for designing narrative systems to deliver a player-driven story experience and managing a team of narrative designers.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with the Game Director, Narrative Director and Mission Director and Lead Writer

Design and develop narrative systems that support player expression and emergent storytelling in a multiplayer environment

Prototype narrative mechanics and work closely with engineers to bring systems to life

Build and maintain comprehensive design documentation

Lead, guide and support a team of dedicated and experienced narrative designers

Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration between narrative systems, mission content and core game mechanics

Iterate on narrative systems and mechanics by running playtests, evaluating feedback and reviewing relevant data

Maintain the vision and tone of The Witcher IP

Qualification

Lead Narrative DesignBranching Narrative SystemsGame Design PrinciplesTeam ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

At least 3 years of experience as a Lead Narrative Designer or similar role on a AAA project

Experience working with branching narrative systems and player choice mechanics

Knowledge of game design principles and an understanding of how narrative elements integrate with gameplay mechanics

Ability to lead and manage a team, providing guidance, feedback, and support

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred

Professional experience with Unreal Engine

Bachelor's degree in Game Design, English, Creative Writing, or a related field

Experience with narrative design on a multiplayer title

Benefits

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)

Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars

Paid leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years)

401K with employer matching

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain

RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events

Flexible working hours

Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available

A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team

Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet

Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world

No dress-code — we like to keep it casual

Company

CD PROJEKT RED

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CD PROJEKT RED is a home to well over 800 game-making professionals from all over the globe.

Founded in 2002

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, POL

1001-5000 employees

https://en.cdprojektred.com/

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