Narrative Game Designer; f​/m​/d

Narrative Game Designer (f/m/d) at Handy Games

Handy Games operates as an international indie game and premium mobile game publisher and developer. We are looking for a Narrative Game Designer (f/m/d) for our headquarters in Giebelstadt/Germany (on-site only).

For our current in-house game project, set in a gothic-inspired science fiction world with a focus on story and combat, we are looking for a talented Narrative Game Designer (f/m/d). You will work closely with our artists, sound and game designers, and software engineers to bring our game ideas to life. Within the scope of the game project, you will mainly work with the game engine Unity.

Join us and help create next-gen content for PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and more!

• Design video games across various genres with a focus on narrative elements.
• Develop and write large-scale stories or plotlines and craft cinematic storytelling to inspire and realize a shared vision.
• Collaborate with cameras using Cinemachine and integrate storytelling with gameplay.
• Work with Unity and maintain technical understanding relevant to narrative design.
• Write lively dialogue and add depth to characters.
• Collaborate with teammates to implement ideas and visions in stories.
• Possibly gain experience with Articy and other narrative design tools.

• Experience in designing video games of various genres.
• Strong knowledge of classic and multimedia storytelling; prior writing of large-scale stories or plotlines.
• Cinematic production sense and ability to inspire others.
• Experience with cameras and Cinemachine.
• Technical understanding and experience with Unity.
• Ability to write engaging dialogue and develop characters.
• Experience with Articy is a plus.
• Practical experience in game development is desirable.
• Team player with open-mindedness and the ability to integrate into a team and realize collective visions.
• Self-motivated with a sense of responsibility and willingness to develop professionally.
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills.

• 40 hours per week
• Flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation
• Flat hierarchies and quick decision-making processes
• Opportunity to work with a team of experienced professionals
• Modern workplaces with state-of-the-art technology
• On-site amenities including team restaurant, in-house gym, EV charging station, company apartment on request, and parcel service

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Computer Games