Content Designer - Hearts of Iron

Are you a creative and dedicated games industry professional with experience in quest creation and writing? Are you a humble and learning-focused individual who is interested in helping Paradox Interactive take our brands to the next level? Then you may be the one we’re looking for!
As a Content Designer on the Hearts of Iron team at our development studio in Stockholm, you will be focused on designing, scripting, and writing engaging game content. Your work will have a direct and influential impact on the quality and feel of the game.
We are seeking storytellers that are passionate about their craft and about creating exciting experiences for our players. It’s important that you find motivation in having the freedom and responsibility to take ownership of a task and deliver, but also know when to rely on others for support, as well as being able to provide that support to your team members. You care about quality and you’re energized by the idea of our many fans around the world praising your work after release. You thrive in a laid-back, open, and creative environment where people around you love their jobs and the games we make, and where your participation is encouraged in discussions ranging from technical design to art direction and game design.
Responsibilities
As a Content Designer you will design and implement gameplay systems and experiences. You will be designing narratives and writing events in American English that thematically fit within the game. You will be researching related topics and creating believable non-historical storylines that use historical events as an inspiration.
In your day-to-day work you will Scripting gameplay systems using our in-house language and take ownership of tasks and working with other Content Designers as well as with other disciplines.
Required Qualifications
Professional experience in narrative design, game design or experience performing similar tasks in the modding community.
Fluent in English with an excellent command of written American English.
Experience in code-based scripting.
An interest in Strategy games and History in general, especially in the Second World War.



Desirable Qualifications
Experience with or interest in code-based scripting.
Experience with or interest in creating believable, immersive worlds.
Familiarity with and/or interest in Paradox Development Studio’s games and brands

You will be working in a team that values collaboration and cooperation. It’s important that you aren’t afraid to raise issues, and that you continuously look for improvement and try to inspire your colleagues. Since we are a fast-paced company, curiosity and an ability to get into things quickly are two important aspects.
Practical information
We would like your application to include any relevant work samples and/or a link to your portfolio if you have one. We are especially interested in writing samples and any other content that you have produced for games or other media, or even for tabletop roleplaying games.