Principal Narrative Designer
Core
Principal Narrative Designer crafting immersive storytelling, characters, and worlds for Fortnite and other Epic Games IPs.
Role type
Principal Narrative Designer (Senior IC)
Builds
Fortnite and other game IPs
Domain
Interactive entertainment / Game development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
narrative design, fiction writing, game storytelling techniques, narrative systems, scriptwriting, world-building, character development, dialogue writing, voice recording coordination
Preferred skills
AAA shipped project experience as Story Producer/Narrative Lead/Lead Writer/Narrative Director, knowledge of industry trends and successful IPs
Technologies
Unreal Engine
Responsibilities
Execute narrative vision and strategy for Fortnite and new/existing IPs; write scripts and story outlines; vet intake processes for writing teams; collaborate with creative leadership, art, and production to craft stories; ensure narrative complements gameplay; develop storylines, dialogue, and in-game text; coordinate casting and voice recording sessions.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
