Principal Narrative Designer

Epic Games; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401k with competitive match

Mental health program

Unlimited PTO and sick time

Job summary

Epic Games in North Carolina seeks a Principal Narrative Designer to drive the narrative vision for Fortnite and other IP. You will write, collaborate with leadership, and integrate immersive storytelling into gameplay, shaping characters, dialogue, and worlds.

This is a key creative role demanding a strong track record in AAA-produced narrative design. Join a collaborative team and help define storytelling across gameplay, level design, and narrative systems while coordinating with writers and

Qualifications

• AAA shipped project experience in narrative design.
• Strong storytelling and script-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and writers.

Responsibilities

• Write scripts and outlines for Fortnite and IPs in collaboration with the Head of Story.
• Integrate narrative into gameplay, characters, and dialogue.
• Coordinate with design, art, and production to maintain story coherence.
• Lead casting and voice direction in partnership with senior writers.

Skills

Narrative design

Story writing

Collaboration

Communication

Job description

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

DESIGN

What We Do

Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is seeking a Principal Narrative Designer to aid in executing the narrative vision and strategy for our new and existing IP. You will work closely with the Senior Creative Leadership, Head of Story, and other stakeholders to write, collaborate, and integrate immersive and engaging storytelling into all aspects of gameplay to define the storytelling of Fortnite. This is a key creative role, responsible for crafting, structuring, writing, and enhancing our story.

In this role, you will

• Work with our Head of Story and act as a liaison between them and the writing team to execute the narrative vision and development for Fortnite and potential new and existing game IPs
• Write scripts and story outlines in close partnership and in support of the Head of Story's direction
• Vet and review the existing intake processes for the writing team across various projects, such as Fortnite Battle Royale, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the current systems in place
• Collaborate closely with Senior Creative Leadership, Senior Art Leadership, Production, and other key stakeholders to craft and articulate compelling game stories, characters, and worlds that resonate with a global audience
• Work closely with the game design team to ensure the narrative complements and enhances gameplay, coordinating with the Art team on narrative aspects of characters and world-building
• Aid in the development and writing of engaging storylines, dialogue, and in-game text
• Maintain effective communication with the development team and other project stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of narrative elements into the gameplay
• Collaborate with Lead Writers to lead casting and voice recording sessions, ensuring the overall coherence and quality of the narrative experience

What we're looking for

• Extensive narrative design or writing experience in game production, with at least one AAA shipped project as a Story Producer, Narrative Lead, Lead Writer, or Narrative Director
• Significant experience with fiction writing
• A highly creative mind with a collaborative, empathetic, and innovative approach
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under deadlines
• Knowledge of industry trends and successful intellectual properties
• Proficiency in modern video game storytelling techniques and narrative systems

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here .