Drew McGee

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ABOUT DREW MCGEE

I\'m an accomplished Narrative Lead with a passion for crafting immersive and captivating storytelling experiences in the video game industry. With over 15 years of experience in game development, I am renowned for my exceptional work as a writer, lead, and narrative designer, notably contributing to the critically acclaimed tales of war-weary Vikings in The Banner Saga trilogy.Currently, I am personally developing an exciting new game as an exercise in utilizing generative AI at the heart of game development processes. While I\'m just scratching the surface of the potential advantages, it\'s a fun and humbling journey. Most recently, I crafted narrative systems, lore, characters, and rapidly iterated on First-Time User Experiences for mobile games. I built teams of writers and led them in creating cohesive and entertaining stories, while growing their game development skills through liaising with other disciplines. I empowered my team to bring their unique voices and perspectives to the table - this is instrumental in achieving outstanding storytelling results.My expertise centers on IP development, creating captivating worlds - inspired by history, mythology, and diverse sources - and seamlessly integrating that story world into core gameplay. I collaborate closely with design and art teams to enrich the game\'s world and mechanics, creating unforgettable adventures. Throughout my career, I\'ve worked with visionary talents, delivering impactful narratives. My work ethic, adaptability, and penchant for innovation in games keep me excited and have earned me the moniker from some colleagues as \"Head of Hype\". If you seek a Narrative Director who leads dynamic teams to success, and loves developing and championing the project\'s creative vision to all, let\'s connect and create unforgettable story worlds together.