At a Glance
- Tasks: Create dynamic NPC behaviours and smart objects for immersive gaming experiences.
- Company: Join a leading game development company committed to diversity and creativity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on creativity and personal development.
- Why this job: Shape engaging narratives and characters that captivate players in innovative games.
- Qualifications: Experience with NPC AI Systems and proficiency in major game engines.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Responsible for prototyping new social NPC behaviours and smart objects to create dynamic and interesting characters for players to experience. Ensure consistency of the game’s narrative voice and execution on creative vision throughout production, from initial concept and foundational development, character development, important narrative milestones, through to final polish. Use technical proficiency in the game engine to ensure all assets are implemented as intended, meet CIG’s quality bar, and verify teammates in Design and QA meet those standards. Under the direction of the Narrative Director, act as a champion of story, characters, thematic coherence, and narrative through gameplay across development. Collaborate with the Mission Design Team in both the design and implementation of narrative content using game tools as well as developing gameplay features that support and convey the story during missions and story elements.
Qualifications and Expectations
- Collaborate closely with the Narrative Director to support team coordination, workflow management, and day‑to‑day operations across the narrative department.
- Be collaborative and able to take and provide constructive criticism and incorporate notes into revisions.
- Experience working with NPC AI Systems, Smart Objects, and Mission Scripting.
- Fluency in CryEngine, Lumberyard, Unreal Engine, or AAA‑level game engine. MMO or Sandbox experience is a plus.
- A good balance of technical and creative ambition, looking to grow within the company.
Senior AI Designer (Narrative) in Manchester employer: Foundry 42 Ltd. Uk
As a Senior AI Designer (Narrative) at CIG, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work environment that champions creativity and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, CIG offers opportunities for professional development while fostering a culture that values diverse perspectives. Located in a vibrant setting, you'll be part of a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of narrative design in gaming, ensuring your contributions are both meaningful and impactful.
