Head of Narrative Design — Casual Mobile Games

Happibits; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Happibits is seeking a Lead Narrative Designer to shape stories, characters, and narratives for our casual mobile games in Singapore. You will define the creative vision and work with Product, Design, Art, and Engineering to deliver immersive content that resonates globally.

You will mentor the narrative team, drive content quality, and establish efficient processes while balancing storytelling with gameplay and business objectives. Experience in casual games is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Exceptional storytelling and narrative design skills.
• 2+ years in narrative design or game writing in the gaming industry.
• Experience in casual games preferred.
• Background in creative writing or related field.
• Passion for casual mobile games and pop culture.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the narrative vision and storytelling strategy across our game portfolio.
• Create engaging narratives, character profiles, dialogue, event stories, and other player-facing content.
• Develop memorable characters, relationships, and storylines that strengthen engagement.
• Collaborate with Product, Game Design, Art, and Engineering to integrate narrative into gameplay.
• Establish and maintain high standards for storytelling, tone, and quality.
• Drive narrative planning across the game development lifecycle.
• Leverage feedback and data to improve storytelling and content.
• Mentor and support narrative team members and optimize content processes.

Skills

Narrative lead

Storytelling

Dialogue writing

AI-assisted content

Leadership

Cross-functional

Casual games

Character dev

World building

Job description

Happibits is seeking a Lead Narrative Designer to shape stories, characters, and narratives for our casual mobile games in Singapore. You will define the creative vision and work with Product, Design, Art, and Engineering to deliver immersive content that resonates globally.

You will mentor the narrative team, drive content quality, and establish efficient processes while balancing storytelling with gameplay and business objectives. Experience in casual games is highly preferred.