Ubisoft

Montpellier

Lead Quest Designer (H/F/NB) - Beyond Good & Evil 2

FULL TIME ON-SITE SENIOR
Posted about 1 month ago

Summary

Role Overview

This role is for a Lead Quest Designer on the open-world action-adventure game, Beyond Good & Evil 2. The Lead Quest Designer will manage a team of Quest Designers and collaborate with Narrative and Design teams to create and implement quest narrative arcs and systems. The position reports directly to the Narrative Director.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define the structure, pacing, and emotional arc of quests throughout the game.
  • Oversee the creation of main and secondary quests, ensuring variety, coherence, and player enjoyment.
  • Promote a player-centric approach with meaningful choices and engaging consequences.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of Quest Designers and Narrative Designers.
  • Collaborate closely with Level Design, Writing, Animation, Audio, and Gameplay teams for seamless quest integration.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all quest-related matters, ensuring clear communication and coordination.

Requirements Snapshot

  • Proven experience in narrative or quest design in a senior or lead role on at least one AAA or highly publicized game.
  • Strong understanding of interactive storytelling, pacing, and player motivation.
  • Excellent leadership, mentoring, and communication skills in French and English.
  • Proficiency with game engines (e.g., Unreal, Unity) and scripting tools.
  • Ability to balance narrative ambition with technical feasibility and production constraints.

Expected Impact

The Lead Quest Designer will be instrumental in shaping the player's journey through Beyond Good & Evil 2 by ensuring compelling and engaging questlines. Their leadership will directly influence the quality and coherence of the game's narrative content, contributing significantly to the overall player experience and the success of the project.

Why Apply

  • Opportunity to lead quest design for a highly anticipated AAA title in a captivating space opera universe.
  • Chance to manage and mentor a talented team of designers in an international environment.
  • Contribute to a unique, organic, and uninterrupted exploration and space-piracy experience.

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