larian

Storytelling Director

Guildford, England, United Kingdom (city only)

On-site · Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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At Larian, storytelling is core to our identity. As we prepare for our next chapter, we’re looking to bring the best storytellers from every medium together in a dedicated department. Different disciplines, different backgrounds, different voices, all contributing to the outstanding narratives of our next projects for decades to come.

As the Director of this department, you are the creative filter. Only the best pitches, outlines and concepts get your greenlight. If you have experience finding, crafting, and elevating compelling ideas into impactful stories, this is a unique opportunity to help us define the creative core our future projects

Responsibilities

Act as the creative authority on story approval and development within the department
Mentor the creative skills of a dedicated storytelling team, ensuring strong direction and oversight
Evaluate, refine, and approve narrative pitches, storylines, characters, and settings
Maintain narrative quality across multiple projects, formats and genres
Foster a shared narrative culture

Requirements

10+ years experience in story development, narrative direction, or creative leadership (e.g. holding positions such as Showrunner, Narrative Director, Editor-in-Chief)
History of creating and developing award winning stories
Passion and deep understanding of what makes a compelling narrative across multiple genres
Track record of finishing scripts through a combination of providing feedback and hands-on edits
Portfolio demonstrates exceptional character development, with memorable casts and impactful arcs
An engaging communicator who can inspire confidence, enthusiasm, and shared ownership of a narrative
This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity

What We Offer

An international team of over 600 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback