Game Narration Volunteer

Resilience, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the mental health of students, as well as reducing mass shootings, suicide, and depression. Resilience, Inc also works to combat declining test scores, low student engagement, and a slew of other social issues.

Our organization focuses on offering Social Emotional Learning tools to enable K-12 schools to teach emotional intelligence through five core topics; self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, relationship management, goal setting, and effective decision-making. Resilience, Inc. also provides tools for acquiring and maintaining inspiration, hope, and overall well-being.

Our mission is to teach SEL at every school in the country. It is a tough challenge, but we know “No Challenge, No Change.” If you are also concerned about children’s mental health and social being, join us! Become a member of Resilience, Inc, and help change the way schools approach mental health.

Key Responsibilities:

Narrative Assistance:

• Collaborate with the narrative design team to brainstorm and develop engaging storylines, characters, and plot arcs.
• Assist in the creation of well-written dialogue that enhances the game's narrative and contributes to the overall player experience.
• Help in maintaining consistency and coherence in the game's narrative elements.

Voice Acting Support:

• Aid in casting voice actors and coordinating recording sessions.
• Assist in directing voice actors during recording sessions to ensure the desired performance and delivery.
• Contribute to the editing and processing of voice recordings to achieve optimal sound quality.

Content Implementation:

• Work closely with the development team to integrate narrative content into the game engine.
• Collaborate with programmers and designers to ensure the smooth integration of dialogue, story events, and interactive elements.
• Conduct thorough playtesting and provide feedback on narrative implementation and player experience.

Documentation and Research:

• Help in creating and maintaining documentation related to the game's narrative, including character descriptions, story outlines, and dialogue scripts.
• Conduct research on relevant topics, themes, and genres to inform the development of compelling narratives.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and advancements in game storytelling.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate effectively with other team members, including designers, artists, programmers, and audio professionals.
• Communicate and present ideas clearly and effectively in team meetings and discussions.
• Seek feedback from senior team members and incorporate it into your work.

Qualifications:

• Passion for video games and a strong interest in narrative storytelling within the gaming industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and the ability to think critically to develop engaging narratives.
• Basic understanding of storytelling techniques, character development, and plot structure.
• Familiarity with voice acting and recording processes is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, such as word processors and game engines, is advantageous.