Frogwares is looking for a Lead Senior Narrative Designer to join the dynamic team of game designers for its upcoming titles. Our expert team creates games that are highly praised by millions of players, as well as industry experts all over the world.
For which tasks (responsibilities)?
Lead a team of narrative designers;
Oversee the world-building and narrative development of AA/AAA horror/survival games;
Craft the game's overarching story;
Write high-quality dialogue, documents, and various in-game texts;
Participate actively in game prototyping and debugging, using in-house development tools;
Collaborate closely with other teams, especially level designers;
Create and maintain design documentation throughout the project.
What kind of professional are we looking for?
A minimum of 5+ years of experience in a similar role, with at least 2+ years as a Lead;
Experience working on at least one shipped AA/AAA game;
English proficiency at an Upper Intermediate (B2) level or higher;
Strong expertise in survival horror games;
In-depth knowledge of story structure, non-linear narratives, and both verbal and non-verbal storytelling techniques;
Extensive gaming experience, particularly in the horror/survival genre.
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with game editors and Unreal Engine (UDK);
Experience working in an Agile environment;
Proficiency with visualization tools (e.g., MS Visio) or narrative design/text engines (e.g., articy: draft, ultra-outlined, Twine, inkle).
Why do we enjoy working here?
Founded in 2000, Frogwares is an independent gamedev studio, based in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Thanks to the cooperative work of talented teams, our games are available for major platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Best known for the popular Sherlock Holmes series, we aim to create immersive single-player experiences that stay with players after they put down the gamepad. With millions of players worldwide, Frogwares continues to develop a rich portfolio for the new generation of gamers.
For more information, visit www.frogwares.com
What are the conditions and bonuses?
An exciting project where you can develop professionally;
Intellectually stimulating work environment and peers;
Sense of ownership for world-renown game series;
Agile atmosphere with no bureaucracy and hierarchy;
Secured compensation level, paid vacations/sick leaves;
Regular reviews/feedback and development support.
The selection process
Resume in English;
Cover Letter, including:
Portfolio/Writing samples;
Details of the games you are currently playing.
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