Writer ( 6 Months FTC )
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Job Title: WriterDepartment: NarrativeReports to: Head of NarrativePlease note: We are only accepting applications from within the UK.Job OverviewTo be one of our in-house writers working on existing and new games and interactive stories.Key Responsibilities & AccountabilitiesDrafting high quality episode scripts to tight deadlinesManaging the scope and scale of your episodes to deliver scripts on timeDoing rewrites which fully address all notesWriting compelling premium scenes that add appropriate value to player experienceWriting compelling sells for premium scenesEnsuring cliff hangers land in a compelling way to maintain strong player retentionEnsuring language and tone feels on brand for the IP and audienceReviewing and giving constructive, actionable notes to other writersRewriting other writers' scripts where neededActively contributing in writers' roomsActively contributing in feedback, reviews and idea generation sessionsWrites detailed and fun episode outlines which capture everything communicated in the writers' room and subsequent documentationPlaytesting episodes with high attention to detailKeen understanding of what works and what doesn't in premium scenes and choicesContributing in meetings with other departmentsA proactive and solution approach within the narrative and other departmentsSkills & Experience● Demonstrable experience writing for interactive fiction, mobile games or similar transferable experience● Understanding and experience of choice-based narratives● Strong understanding of player agency● Understanding of free-to-play game mechanics● Ability to be flexible, nimble and solution-focused in a fast moving creative environment.● Excellent communication skills.● Enthusiasm and respect for the process of giving, receiving, sharing, and implementing feedback.● Ability to replicate an existing world with its own set of rules, characters, continuity, and tone, as well as create new ones.● Excellent ear for dialogue, proficiency at writing multiple tones, as well as keen understanding of narrative pacing.● A passion for serialised storytelling and interest in Interactive Fiction as well as innovation.CompetenciesCreativity● Develops content that connects with and engages players● Creates and collaborates with team to develop inclusive storylinesCommunication● Is open and honest and encourages two-way communication● Is confident when speaking with a variety of colleagues and peers, pitching information at the right level● Aware of cultural differences and adapts style accordinglyDecision Making● Confident in making sound decisions with minimal guidance● Demonstrates a proactive approach to problem solving● Learns from mistakes and is open to new ideas, embracing new processes and changeBehavioursScriptwriting excellenceCollaborativeHigh attention to detailSolution focussed and proactiveStrong communicatorCreativeStrives for excellence in their work and othersEfficient, positive and calm under pressureHard working
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Job Title: WriterDepartment: NarrativeReports to: Head of NarrativePlease note: We are only accepting applications from within the UK.Job OverviewTo be one of our in-house writers working on existing and new games and interactive stories.Key Responsibilities & AccountabilitiesDrafting high quality episode scripts to tight deadlinesManaging the scope and scale of your episodes to deliver scripts on timeDoing rewrites which fully address all notesWriting compelling premium scenes that add appropriate value to player experienceWriting compelling sells for premium scenesEnsuring cliff hangers land in a compelling way to maintain strong player retentionEnsuring language and tone feels on brand for the IP and audienceReviewing and giving constructive, actionable notes to other writersRewriting other writers' scripts where neededActively contributing in writers' roomsActively contributing in feedback, reviews and idea generation sessionsWrites detailed and fun episode outlines which capture everything communicated in the writers' room and subsequent documentationPlaytesting episodes with high attention to detailKeen understanding of what works and what doesn't in premium scenes and choicesContributing in meetings with other departmentsA proactive and solution approach within the narrative and other departmentsSkills & Experience● Demonstrable experience writing for interactive fiction, mobile games or similar transferable experience● Understanding and experience of choice-based narratives● Strong understanding of player agency● Understanding of free-to-play game mechanics● Ability to be flexible, nimble and solution-focused in a fast moving creative environment.● Excellent communication skills.● Enthusiasm and respect for the process of giving, receiving, sharing, and implementing feedback.● Ability to replicate an existing world with its own set of rules, characters, continuity, and tone, as well as create new ones.● Excellent ear for dialogue, proficiency at writing multiple tones, as well as keen understanding of narrative pacing.● A passion for serialised storytelling and interest in Interactive Fiction as well as innovation.CompetenciesCreativity● Develops content that connects with and engages players● Creates and collaborates with team to develop inclusive storylinesCommunication● Is open and honest and encourages two-way communication● Is confident when speaking with a variety of colleagues and peers, pitching information at the right level● Aware of cultural differences and adapts style accordinglyDecision Making● Confident in making sound decisions with minimal guidance● Demonstrates a proactive approach to problem solving● Learns from mistakes and is open to new ideas, embracing new processes and changeBehavioursScriptwriting excellenceCollaborativeHigh attention to detailSolution focussed and proactiveStrong communicatorCreativeStrives for excellence in their work and othersEfficient, positive and calm under pressureHard working
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