Firesprite is a forward-thinking game development studio located in the heart of Liverpool.

Proud to be part of the PlayStation Studios family, we create showcase games that take players on exciting adventures featuring unforgettable characters, engaging stories, and shared moments of energy. Our work culture is driven by our core values of Inclusivity, Bravery, Responsiveness, and Entrepreneurialism.

Role Overview: We are seeking a Lead Narrative Designer to join our team. Working closely with the Director team, you will help shape the narrative design across all our games and empower the Narrative Design team to deliver world-class storytelling.

What you’ll be doing:
– Collaborating with the Narrative Design Director to understand and develop all areas of narrative design and storytelling
– Attending regular meetings with our external writing partners to contribute to story development and to refine existing scripts
– Supervising the implementation of all gameplay narrative content to ensure AAA-level quality
– Working with all disciplines to ensure gameplay storytelling moments are clear and consistent throughout the game
– Actively identifying problems in any part of the storytelling and proposing improvements and iterations
– Revising scripts in Final Draft when required
– Attending user testing sessions to understand firsthand how players interpret and enjoy the narrative
– Helping prepare scripts for mocap shoots and VO sessions
– Leading the Narrative Design team day to day, including line management of team members
– Playing a key role in the team’s growth, training, and development
– Overseeing the tools, systems, and pipelines that support rapid iteration and implementation
– Managing and coordinating written and VO localisation