Narrative Writer

Who are Narrative Writers at Liquid Swords? As a Narrative Writer, you are the spinner of yarns and fabricator of unforgettable worlds filled with mystery, character, and fascinating journeys to lose yourself in. More than merely dialogue - it is about creating a universe that transcends mechanics to excite and inspire. Your role in the bigger picture As a Narrative Writer, you are the tip of the narrative spear. You are a creative force who can imagine the unimaginable and can articulate the journey. Commanding the seas of uncertainty, you break down ambiguity into concepts and tales, which galvanize the team in finding the fun and revealing the story. Gifted in dialogue and practiced in the principles of storytelling, you are the impetus for impassioned stories with a commitment to excellence in writing, lore, voice-over and performance. Is this You? A champion of characters’ motivations, but your decisions respect the inherent link between story-telling and gameplay, putting player experience first. A person that values every discipline and are here to help others’ crafts excel in Narrative. You level up all teams with your ideas and feedback. You draw on a range of storytelling tools and techniques to bring emotional meaning to the story, its characters and the events that move the audience. Compelling dialogue and economic voiceovers are effortless as you draft gripping lore and legend. Your work is rich and detailed, yet you understand how to be concise. Writing great stories knows no bounds; from the highest conceptual level to the lowest detail level, you skillfully flow from blank pages to indelible moments. Your success as a Narrative Writer is undeniable. You are proven in the process of building rich narratives for AAA-scale experiences. Your practical experience is balanced by a comprehensive understanding of story-telling in every facet of the dev life-cycle. Proven in branching narratives, you understand the organizational challenges of bringing bold, emergent, open-world stories to life. And you are convinced games can do it better. Your portfolio demonstrates a clear knack for maneuvering traditional narrative techniques through technical narrative game systems. Portfolio The request for samples or a portfolio is meant to help us understand your ability to interpret high-level themes and manifest them through rules or writing. To facilitate, links to game samples and collaborative works should indicate your contributions. Founded in 2020, Liquid Swords was established to be purposefully raw and dismantle the silos of game development so that we empower our people to achieve amazing results. We are cultivating a culture and offering an environment that truly nurtures creativity. Liquid Swords share a common understanding - original ideas inspire great games, and great games are built by remarkable teams.