Storytelling Editor (FTC)
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Job Summary
With multiple awards to our name Larian Studios has proven that were dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects the studio that brought you Baldurs Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Storytelling Editor to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
At Larian storytelling is core to our identity. As we prepare for our next chapter were looking to bring the best storytellers from every medium together in a dedicated department. Different disciplines different backgrounds different voices all contributing to the outstanding narratives of our next projects for decades to come.
Were looking for a Storytelling Editor to join the team ideally with a background in Narrative Design and with a deep interest in RPGs.
This role will be offered as a 12 month Fixed Term Contract of Employment with scope to be extended or converted in future.
Responsibilities
- Managing Storytelling projects at various stages of development
- Collaborating with external narrative designers writers and game developers
- Providing narrative guidance for Larians writers scripters and designers
- Working with the lore team to ensure everything is in sync
- Providing creative support on the Storytelling teams various projects
Requirements
- Exceptional editing and writing skills
- Published work whether as a developer a critic a novelist or in another role
- Proven experience in developing complex narrative structures within the games industry
- Strong organizational skills
- In-depth knowledge of the RPG genre
Nice to Haves
- Preference for candidates with established Narrative Design expertise in complex video games
- Experience with RPG formats beyond video games
- Proficiency with project management software (Miro Jira Google Sheets Trello etc)
- Experience and knowledge of the Divinity franchise
- Experience working in movies comics books etc
What We Offer
- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world each of which have their own unique qualities and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans including listening to community feedback
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About Company
Larian Studios is a game developer studio located in Gent, Belgium. Proud to be independent for 19 years, we create games for multiple genres and platforms. Thanks to our players, we get to spend our days making the games we love to play. We have a passion for role playing games.
