Team Lead Writer [Splinter Cell Remake]

Ubisoft Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubisoft Toronto is seeking a Team Lead Writer for Splinter Cell Remake. You will guide the writing team, ensure quality and consistency of the game’s narrative, and collaborate closely with Narrative Designers, the Creative Director, and the production team.

You will shape storytelling across missions, mentor writers, and ensure alignment between narrative content and gameplay throughout production.

Qualifications

• Deep scriptwriting expertise from games or another narrative medium.
• Strong narrative judgment for character development, dialogue, and story structure.
• Ability to guide writers through clear direction, mentorship, and feedback.
• Connecting creative vision with gameplay through game design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Shape the narrative, characters, dialogue, and in-game text for Splinter Cell Remake.
• Translate the Creative Director’s vision into clear narrative content.
• Guide the writing team and coordinate with Narrative Designers.
• Plan and prioritize writing work based on production milestones.
• Review narrative content and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain consistent tone across missions and content.
• Align narrative and gameplay with Narrative Designers and production teams.
• Mentor writers and share knowledge to support the team.
• Address narrative concerns raised by the writing team.
• Coordinate across project teams to ensure narrative consistency with Splinter Cell brand.

Skills

Scriptwriting

Narrative design

Character development

Dialogue writing

Story structure

Tone and voice

Mentorship

Leadership

Collaboration

Game design understanding

Job description

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help create the unknown!

Job Description

As a Team Lead Writer on Splinter Cell Remake at Ubisoft Toronto, you will guide the writing team and oversee the quality and consistency of the game’s narrative. Working closely with Narrative Designers, the Creative Director, and the production team, you will help strengthen the established story, shape complex and compelling characters, and align narrative content with gameplay throughout production.

What You'll Do

• Shape the narrative, characters, dialogue, and in-game text for Splinter Cell Remake
• Translate the Creative Director’s vision into clear and engaging narrative content
• Guide the writing team and coordinate closely with Narrative Designers
• Plan and prioritize writing work based on production needs and project milestones
• Review narrative content and provide clear, constructive feedback
• Maintain a consistent tone and voice across missions and other narrative content
• Align narrative and gameplay in collaboration with Narrative Designers and the production team
• Support writers through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and timely project updates
• Resolve narrative concerns raised by members of the writing team
• Coordinate across project teams to support narrative consistency throughout Splinter Cell Remake and alignment with the Splinter Cell brand

What you bring to the team

• Bring deep scriptwriting expertise from games or another relevant narrative medium
• Apply strong narrative judgment to character development, dialogue, story structure, tone, and voice
• Guide and develop writers through clear direction, thoughtful delegation, mentorship, and constructive feedback
• Connect creative vision with gameplay through a strong understanding of game design principles and production processes
• Manage complex narrative priorities across multiple missions, milestones, and production needs
• Collaborate closely with writers, Narrative Designers, creative partners, and production teams
• Respond thoughtfully to feedback and adapt narrative work while maintaining creative consistency
• Draw meaningful inspiration from people, society, and the wider world