Game Writer​/Narrative Designer Intern – Remote

Game Writer/Narrative Designer Intern – Remote

Recruitment began on February 17, 2026

and the job listing Expires on March 20, 2026

Narrative Designer / Game Writer Intern — Zoo Media

At Zoo Media
, we believe storytelling is a powerful tool for learning, creativity, and youth empowerment. Our interactive experiences help young creators explore new skills, build confidence, and engage with the world through narrative-driven digital environments. From financial literacy adventures to creative simulations and character‑driven learning quests, our stories are designed to spark imagination and make education feel meaningful.

As a Narrative Designer / Game Writer Intern
, you’ll craft the emotional and narrative backbone of these experiences. You’ll work closely with designers, developers, and artists to shape stories that guide, motivate, and inspire young players—turning educational goals into immersive, character‑rich journeys.

You’ll help shape the voice, tone, and emotional impact of Zoo Media’s interactive learning experiences by:

• Writing dialogue, quests, tutorials, and story arcs tailored to youth‑centered, simulation‑style, and creative learning games
• Collaborating with designers, developers, and artists to ensure narrative and gameplay work together seamlessly
• Creating branching storylines, character bios, and world‑building elements that encourage exploration and agency
• Transforming educational objectives into engaging missions, challenges, and narrative moments
• Building emotional hooks and motivational beats into player progression and level design
• Participating in feedback cycles, narrative reviews, and iterative content development

You’ll Learn To

• Script dynamic, interactive stories for simulation, creative learning, and narrative‑driven environments
• Use narrative tools within Unity, Unreal Engine, or visual scripting platforms
• Translate learning goals (e.g., teamwork, financial literacy, creative problem‑solving) into compelling story missions
• Balance entertainment, accessibility, and instructional purpose in youth‑focused digital experiences
• Apply storytelling techniques across multiple formats—from short-form challenges to full narrative worlds

Requirements

• Strong writing skills with a focus on character, dialogue, and story structure
• Ability to adapt tone and voice for different audiences and genres
• Interest in youth development, education, digital storytelling, or interactive media
• Exposure to game writing, screenwriting, journalism, or narrative design concepts
• Comfort working in a collaborative, remote environment
• Availability for virtual meetings:
  • Mon @ 9:00 AM MST
  • Wed @ 10:00 AM MST
  • Fri @ 8:00 AM MST
  • (Thu @ 9:00 AM MST for Skill Bridge participants)
• Experience with Twine, Ink, Yarn Spinner, or other narrative scripting tools
• Background in creative writing, journalism, or screenwriting
• Familiarity with youth media, digital learning, or creative storytelling platforms
• Interest in social, financial, or community‑based storytelling themes
• Experience using AI‑assisted writing tools
• Write stories that help young people learn real‑world skills and explore creative pathways
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary creative team—designers, developers, artists, and media specialists
• Receive mentorship from experienced narrative designers and producers
• Build a portfolio of narrative work tied to real, published digital experiences
• Gain exposure to the intersections of storytelling, education, AI, and interactive media
• Performance‑based pathway to a paid apprenticeship

Start your storytelling journey where creativity meets purpose.

Apply now to become a Narrative Designer / Game Writer Intern at Zoo Media
.