Narrative Game Designer & Scriptwriter

Job description

Gameloft Brisbane is looking for a versatile Narrative Game Designer and Scriptwriter to be the voice and soul of our upcoming project! This is a unique hybrid role. We are looking for someone who is not only a skilled narrative architect, capable of weaving story into gameplay systems, but also a powerhouse scriptwriter. You will be tasked with diving deep into the IP, embracing its lore, and adopting the unique voices of its characters to write dialogue and scripts that feel authentic, immersive, and true to the brand. As a steward of a major IP, you will act as a key bridge between our creative vision and the IP stakeholders, ensuring the narrative is both innovative and aligned with the brand's legacy. What it means on a daily basis Master the IP Voice: Deeply immerse yourself in the existing IP and characters to ensure every line of dialogue and piece of lore is "in character," while maintaining a constant dialogue with IP stakeholders to ensure alignment. Script with Precision: Write high-quality dialogue, cinematic scripts, and "world barks" (ambient dialogue) that drive the plot forward and breathe life into the environment. Bridge Story and Gameplay: Collaborate with Game and Quest Designers to translate narrative beats into playable moments, ensuring that the story enhances the gameplay and vice versa. Architect the Narrative Flow: Design narrative structures, branching dialogue paths, and story arcs that react to player agency and choices. Implement Narrative Content: Work directly within our development tools and Unreal Engine to implement dialogue, script events, and environmental storytelling elements. World-Build through Detail: Create compelling lore entries, item descriptions, and environmental clues that reward curious players and enrich the world. Collaborate on Performance: Work closely with Audio leads and Voice Actors to ensure the written word is translated into the intended emotional performance. Iterate through Feedback: Review game builds and synthesize feedback from playtests and IP stakeholders; you will be expected to iterate quickly and gracefully on scripts to meet the high standards of the brand. Align Narrative Vision: Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team and external partners to ensure the story remains a core pillar of the player experience while respecting the boundaries of the IP. What success will look like Success in this role means delivering compelling, authentic narrative content that feels true to the IP while meaningfully enhancing the player experience. The successful candidate will build strong relationships across the creative team and with external IP stakeholders, confidently translate narrative concepts into engaging gameplay, and consistently produce high-quality dialogue, scripts, world-building and branching content. They will be comfortable iterating based on feedback, implementing narrative content within development tools, and ensuring the story remains cohesive, immersive and aligned with the project's creative vision throughout development. Your Recruitment Journey First stage: A qualification call with the recruitment team Second stage: Interview with the Design Director Third stage: TBC What you need to succeed Proven Writing Portfolio: A strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to write across different tones and personas, specifically showing an ability to write "in character" for established IPs. Experience in Narrative Design: 4+ years of experience in game design, with a focus on how narrative integrates with systems, quests, and world-building. IP Stewardship: Demonstrated experience working with existing intellectual properties and a proven track record of successfully collaborating with external stakeholders or brand owners. Dialogue Expertise: A deep understanding of the difference between "cinematic writing" and "game writing" (e.g., knowing how to write dialogue that works during active gameplay). Resilience & Collaboration: A professional approach to creative criticism; the ability to take complex feedback from stakeholders and translate it into improved narrative design without ego. Passion for Storytelling: A lifelong passion for games, literature, and cinema, with a forward-thinking approach to interactive narrative. Technical Proficiency: Experience with narrative implementation tools or scripting in Unreal Engine is bonus. What's in it for you Perks & benefits: A flexible work model that supports work–life balance Subsidised car parking Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth An employee referral program with generous bonuses Private health insurance and fitness subsidies Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support Paid parental leave Childcare assistance A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise Life at Gameloft Gameloft Brisbane, part of the global Gameloft family, opened its doors in 2014 and has since delivered hit titles such as Zombie Anarchy, Ballistic Baseball, My Little Pony: Mane Merge, the multi-award-winning The Oregon Trail™, and Carmen Sandiego. Today, we are the largest video game studio in Queensland, employing more than 130 talented professionals across programming, art, design, production, QA, audio, marketing, administration and management. Together, we create immersive gaming experiences enjoyed by millions of players around the world. We are proud to be developing Bluey’s Happy Snaps, bringing one of Australia’s most iconic IPs to life in a brand-new interactive experience. As we continue to grow, we’re also working on a range of exciting unannounced projects that will help shape the future of our studio. At Gameloft Brisbane, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our studio fosters a collaborative, creative and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, learn and grow. We are proud to be Great Place to Work® Certified for 2025–2026, recognising our strong culture, inclusive practices and ongoing commitment to employee well-being. Employee well-being is a top priority, supported by flexible work arrangements, wellness initiatives, career development opportunities and world-class facilities. We actively invest in our people’s growth through mentorship, training programs, industry events and speaking opportunities that encourage everyone to develop their skills and make an impact. As pioneers in Brisbane’s game development industry, we continue to push the boundaries of cross-platform game development while creating unforgettable experiences for players around the world. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you’ll find a supportive environment where creativity, collaboration and innovation thrive. Gameloft Brisbane is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our work environment. Driven by a strong studio culture and a passion for creating meaningful experiences, we build games that resonate with players around the world. Ready to level up your career and join the team? Apply now with your CV in English.