Bungie is hiring a

Marathon Senior Narrative Designer

Remote

Bungie, the creators of the iconic Halo and Destiny franchises, is seeking a talented Senior Narrative Designer for its new project, Marathon.  

As a Senior Narrative Designer, you are a member of the Narrative team and will drive innovation in partnership and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.  Your expertise in crafting Narrative experiences will be crucial to crafting a narrative experience that enhances the world and gameplay.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to craft narrative experiences that seamlessly integrate into the core gameplay experience
  • Advise, and facilitate the development of narrative content through documentation, review, and regular syncs with the small teams
  • Generate and maintain story treatments, character bios, environment guides, casting documents, and other supporting narrative documentation
  • Collaborate with and provide feedback to peers to foster excellence in storytelling
  • Identify opportunities to expand and deepen narrative channels
  • Promote an inspiring, creative, and enjoyable work environment

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Game industry experience on AAA games or MMOs
  • Outstanding communication, diplomacy, and negotiation skills
  • Detailed understanding of all aspects of the narrative design development process, including design methodology, craftsmanship, production, and collaboration with external cinematic and voice vendors
  • Experience orchestrating high quality, large-scale narrative content across multiple story channels
  • Understanding of game production, design tools, and systems
  • Ability to assess and emulate the tone, themes and character voices of Destiny
  • Comfortable working with proprietary tools

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS

  • Background in writing and a passion for storytelling in non-gaming media
  • Experience working on a live game ("game as a service")
Listed below is this role's base pay range. In other locations that Bungie has approved for remote work, this pay range may be adjusted up to +/- 10% and some roles may be classified as non-exempt (hourly). 

This range is determined by an array of factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Additionally, it is subject to change and may be modified in the future. 

In the journey to make incredible worlds, Bungie employees don't simply do meaningful work - they receive meaningful support. Competitive salaries and discretionary bonus opportunities are just the start. We offer comprehensive healthcare coverage, generous 401(k) matching, flexible time off policies, paid parental leave, social clubs, and so much more. Check out our benefits page: Benefits - Bungie Careers to see all the perks that come with joining Bungie.
Bellevue Pay Range
$102,000$124,000 USD
 

So you don't meet every requirement listed in this job description? Do you think your experience level is not where it needs to be? Studies show that members of certain underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they believe they meet every single qualification. Bungie is focused on building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. If you're interested in this position but your past experience doesn't line up perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we want you to apply anyway. The right role for you may be right around the corner!

Most Bungie full-time employees will adopt a digital first approach allowing remote work in Bungie approved locations (outside of positions identified as 100% onsite in Bellevue/Seattle, or individuals preferring a hybrid/flex environment). Prospective full-time employees who are located outside of a Bungie approved state or province will need to establish residency in an approved state or province within 45 days of their start date. Contractors will follow a digital first approach adhering to the location guidelines agreed upon by our third-party employer/vendor and Bungie. Bungie’s remote policy is subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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