Narrative Editor / Story Corrector

Darkcycle Games , Posted 23 hours ago

Trainee

Freelance

Negotiable

Remote

Type: Freelance
Stipend: ₹10,000 total
Start: Immediate
Deadline: 10–12 days for first draft

We are building a 2D narrative puzzle game that plays with the mind — emotionally rich, time-loop driven, and layered with mystery. Think Inside + Limbo + Dark Stories, made in India.

🎯 Role:

Refine and enhance the narrative arcs of a dark time-loop puzzle game.

✍️ Responsibilities:

Proofread and polish 3 interconnected storylines.
Ensure emotional consistency and tension buildup.
Create better transitions, emotional payoff, and subtle foreshadowing.
Improve in-game text (dialogues, headlines, notes).

🧠 Must-Have:

Strong narrative editing skills (games, films, or creative fiction).
Passion for emotional, suspenseful storytelling.
Ability to write immersive but concise lines for a mobile audience.

✅ Bonus Points:

Experience in narrative games or visual novels.
Understanding of branching story logic.

What are you working on?

The name of the project(s): When the Clock Breaks
At what stage of the project(s)? Ideation
Genres: Puzzle, Strategy
Platforms: Mobile, iOS, Android

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

Proofread and polish 3 interconnected storylines.
Ensure emotional consistency and tension buildup.
Create better transitions, emotional payoff, and subtle foreshadowing.
Improve in-game text (dialogues, headlines, notes).

What kind of professional are we looking for?

tudents or new grads passionate about narrative games
Creative writers who want to explore interactive storytelling
Anyone who’s ever said: “This game made me feel things I wasn’t ready for.”

What is important for us in a person?

Strong narrative editing skills (games, films, or creative fiction).
Passion for emotional, suspenseful storytelling.
Ability to write immersive but concise lines for a mobile audience.

Why do we enjoy working here?

₹5,000/month fixed stipend
Full creative control on the story direction
Your name as Lead Writer/Narrative Designer in the credits
A chance to build a high-impact indie title from scratch
Use the game as a portfolio project with complete writing credits
Possible revenue share or long-term position if the game scales up

The selection process

1. Application Submission
Send your resume (or portfolio) along with a brief cover letter answering a short creative question (see below for emphasis). No long essays — we value clarity and emotion over formality.

2. Shortlisted Call (15–20 mins)
A friendly conversation with the founder (that’s me) — we’ll talk about your interests, how you think, and the kinds of games/stories that move you.

3. Test Task (Optional but Preferred)

Developer: A small puzzle prototype task (can be done in 2–4 hours max, using Unity/Godot or plain logic if needed).
Writer: A short scene/dialogue + a 1-pager world/lore idea. Nothing big — just to see your creative voice.

4. Final Chat + Offer
We discuss your task, expectations, and if it feels like a mutual fit, we’ll send an offer within 48 hours.

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