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Sony Playstation

Technical Narrative Designer (Contract)

Sony Playstation, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


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Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.Join the award-winning team that created God of War

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a Technical Narrative Designer for the development of a new unannounced title! If you love collaborating with talented developers to create genre-defining games, join us as we embark on a new journey.The ideal candidate has the technical acumen to bring narrative experiences to life. Using our proprietary tools, this individual will be responsible for designing and implementing narrative elements that support the project goals.Responsibilities

Work with the Lead Narrative Designer to ensure that the intended narrative vision is realized through designing and implementing quality and efficient narrative systems and integration of narrative scenes into the gameUtilize visual scripting systems, Maya, and in-house tools to author narrative contentImplement narrative sequences, mechanics and systemsWork closely with Design and cross-discipline partners to ensure the full realization of the narrative vision in the player experienceContribute to the narrative design process in collaboration with the Lead Narrative Designer and stakeholdersCollaborate with engineering to develop tools that support efficient and iterative development of narrative contentSupport the tone, voice and deeper themes of the game based on the overall game directionMaintain a studio environment and team culture that supports a quality focused experienceRequirements

Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a professional technical narrative or technical design role including at least one shipped AAA game titleDeep experience with game editors, production tools, and enginesKnowledge of contemporary gameplay and narrative design, with an understanding of different narrative systems/delivery mechanismsSkills and experience to quickly turn around feedbackStrong collaboration, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to work in a dynamic, fast paced team environmentThe estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.$40.68 — $61.06 USDEqual Opportunity Statement:Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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