Narrative Designer

We are Fatshark
We are a critically acclaimed Swedish game development studio with about 180 experienced and skilled employees. We are most well-known for developing the Warhammer: Vermintide franchise, but have also helped develop a number of AAA titles and will soon be launching the highly anticipated game Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
We have grown quite a bit over the last few years and are almost two-hundred “Sharks” now, but we still embrace the same values that we started with and still think of ourselves like one big family with fun at the center. Come into our world, a world known for our crazy internally designed socks, hackweeks, and Friday afternoons for studio-wide “social play” time. It all adds up to an approachable, fun, passion-driven yet communal environment for us to work in.
The role
We are searching for someone with deep knowledge of Warhammer universe, and with big passion and experience in writing. The Narrative designer would work closely with Narrative Director to design the narrative content.
At Fatshark, we strive to involve all members of the team in the decision process in order to realize great ideas together. In this highly creative environment collaboration is key. Working in a field where art, design, gameplay and sound comes together, feedback and teamwork skills are crucial in your daily work.
What we offer
Here at Fatshark, we do what we love most: design high-profile games for PCs and consoles. We offer you:
A playful, friendly and inclusive work place
Hands-on production environment with an emphasis on cooperative/multiplayer games
Opportunities for personal growth with varied projects, experienced co-workers and recurring hack weeks
Developing games with our own engine - Stingray
Regulated flex time and paid overtime
Occupational pension
Yearly health benefits and health checkups
Yearly bonus program
Office located in central Stockholm

What you'll do
Design the narrative content together with the Narrative director
Write narrative briefs (story outlines, weapon descriptions etc)
Research and read the Warhammer lore
Work closely with other designers and other colleagues from the Narrative design team (writers, VO designers)
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback

Required qualifications
Experience being a Narrative designer, Game writer or having a similar role/experience
Professional working experience in the video game industry
Deep understanding of Warhammer Lore and motivation to learn more
Must work well in a team environment:
Strong communication skills
Takes and understands direction well
Meets deadlines and handles multiple tasks
Ability to collaborate with other team members



Application details
Most of us are currently working in a flexible way (both from home and the office), but the onboarding is being done in the office. This position will eventually require you to work from our office.
We look forward to review applications and will be interviewing candidates continuously until the position has been filled.
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Start: ASAP 2022