FMV-GAME · Bangkok, Thailand · Full-time
Writer
About the role
Project Type: Live-Action Interactive Movie Game (FMV) Genre: Sci-Fi Mystery / Urban Drama Location: Bangkok, Thailand / Remote Collaboration Role Objective: We are seeking an Interactive Narrative Designer & Writer who blends deep filmmaking expertise with a game-design mindset. An FMV script demands more than engaging dialogue and compelling dramatic conflict—it requires a watertight, web-like branching structure (Branching Logic). You will design meaningful choice points for players, ensuring every decision triggers believable narrative ripple effects that elevate replayability and immersion.
Responsibilities
Worldbuilding & Story Architecture: Develop the game’s core universe, main plot outline, episodic breakdowns, and character profiles, ensuring story cohesion and emotional resonance across multi-branching frameworks. Branching Tree & Logic Design: Collaborate with game designers using interactive flowchart tools (e.g., Articy:draft, Twine, MindManager) to build complex non-linear narrative trees. Accurately map out decision points, QTE triggers, clue collection nodes, and multiple ending criteria. Production-Ready Interactive Scripting: Write dual-purpose (director/interactive) scripts compliant with film production standards, including spoken dialogue, scene directions, choice descriptions, idle loop dialogue, and POV interaction prompts. Table Reads & On-Set Alignment: Lead table reads with actors, guiding them and the director on character motivations and psychological states across different branches. Rapidly iterate scripts based on set feedback and playtest data.
Requirements
Professional Background: Bachelor’s degree or above in Dramatic Writing, Screenwriting, Film, Literature, Digital Media, or related fields. 3+ years of professional writing experience in feature films, TV series, theater, or video game narratives.Interactive Narrative & Structural Logic: Strong non-linear thinking and rigorous logic control. Deep understanding of the "Player Choice $\rightarrow$ Consequence Feedback $\rightarrow$ Emotional Experience" design loop.Dramatic Conflict & Dialogue Crafting: Excellent prose and dialogue skills with a strong sense of cinematography. Ability to craft rich, multidimensional characters and organic, speakable dialogue tailored for live-action performances.Tool Proficiency: Mastery of standard screenwriting software (e.g., Final Draft, Scrivener) and proficiency in at least one interactive narrative/mind-mapping tool (e.g., Twine, Articy:draft, XMind).Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Ability to communicate smoothly across departments, understand engine and art technical limitations, adapt scripts accordingly, and thrive in a fast-paced development schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience as a Lead Writer or Core Narrative Designer on released FMV games, interactive series, or VR narrative projects. Active gamer with deep analysis experience of notable FMV/interactive narrative titles (e.g., The Invisible Guardian, Detroit: Become Human, Late Shift, Her Story). Proven track record in genre writing (e.g., sci-fi mystery, detective/crime thriller, espionage). Multilingual proficiency (fluency in English, Thai, or Mandarin for scriptwriting and team communication).
Application Requirements
Required Submissions: Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detail basic information, educational background, project list, and your specific contributions to each project. Writing Portfolio: 1–2 completed or produced screenplays, short film scripts, or game narrative excerpts. 1 sample demonstrating non-linear branching logic (e.g., Twine file, interactive flowchart, or branching script excerpt). Optional Supplementary Materials: Published novels, play scripts, or comprehensive game story bibles. Narrative breakdown report of an existing FMV game (under 1,000 words). How to Apply: Please package all materials and send to:[HagemiHR@gmail.com] Subject line format: [FMV Writer Application] Full Name - Phone Number - Expected Salary