Scripting Intern | Stagiaire en script

Larian Studios • Quebec, QC

67d

About The Position

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Scripting Intern to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

At Larian, the Gameplay Scripting team plays a central role in breathing life into our projects. Scripters collaborate with a range of Larian teams, from Cinematics to Writing, to implement and augment the narrative vision - using our proprietary tools and game editor. Gameplay Scripting truly defines the player experience in a Larian game - by ensuring every decision made has depth, consequence and resonance.

Requirements

• Analytical skills to review complex documentation and identify important pieces, devise solutions to layered problems
• Creative Game Design skills - keeping the player experience front and center, showing an ability to innovate and iterate consistently with feedback.
• Technical skills - proficiency in game development software, and/or writing adaptable, easy to maintain code
• Collaborative skills - enjoys collaboration with a diverse range of teams, and can influence positively
• A professional level of written and spoken English
• Capacity to work in a fast paced environment
• Must already be eligible to work in the country and possess any required documents (Visa/permits)
• Currently completing of recently graduated from a program of study relevant to the role

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing or modding games, ideally RPG genre
• Experience with running or participating in ‘DnD’ or other tabletop RPGs
• Experience with scripting or programming languages (Lua, Python, C++ etc.)

Responsibilities

• Take internal narrative pitches and analyze them, to create potential gameplay sequences that prioritise player agency and a fun experience
• Collaborate closely with the Worldbuilding team, iterating game content in collaboration with other teams like writing, narrative, other design departments, etc.
• Plan the implementation of content, or work from existing designs - and complete the implementation using our proprietary game editor and internal scripting languages.
• Align with Scripting Leadership and Worldbuilding team on priorities and deadlines

Benefits

• An international team of over 500 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed