We’re looking for a creative storyteller who can turn blocks and biomes into rich, immersive experiences. If you love crafting dialogue, lore, and quests that make players feel something — this is your canvas.
This position starts as an unpaid volunteer role with the potential to develop into a paid contractor position.
Tasks
- Create and maintain the lore foundation of the server
- Write immersive dialogue, quest texts, books, and item / tooltips that enrich player experience
- Work with game designers to ensure story aligns with gameplay, locations, and reward loops
- Build branching questlines and narrative structures using tools or structured documents
- Develop seasonal storylines, world events, and evolving lore entries over time
- Maintain internal documentation such as a living lore bible and style guide
- Participate in playtests and adjust narrative elements based on pacing and player feedback
- Ensure tone, language, and formatting are polished and immersive across all narrative surfaces
- Support worldbuilding during map development, including naming, signage, and world detail
Requirements
Strong creative writing skills and the ability to build immersive stories, characters, and settingsDeep understanding of Minecraft : Java Edition, especially what makes in-game narratives engagingExperience writing quest texts, item lore, codex entries, or NPC dialogue with clear structure and toneAbility to develop large-scale story arcs as well as short-form lore for signs, books, or eventsComfortable working with structured narrative formats, flowcharts, or branching dialoguesCreative mindset with a strong sense of pacing, worldbuilding, and emotional impactFamiliarity with Minecraft UI limitations (e.g. chat length, book size, tooltip text)Ability to match tone and style to different factions, settings, or seasonal eventsStrong communication and collaboration skills to align with designers and buildersOrganized approach to versioning, naming conventions, and maintaining lore consistencyOptional but valuable : experience writing for games, tabletop RPGs, or serialized fictionExpected availability of around 10–15 hours per weekBenefits
A unique opportunity to be part of a brand-new Minecraft network from the very beginningCreative ownership of major story arcs, characters, and in-game narrative structuresA collaborative team of builders and devs who support and value your creative workClear narrative briefs, feedback cycles, and structured tooling to make writing efficientA motivated and friendly staff team that values communication, transparency, and respectFully remote – work from anywhereWe’re building a diverse and inclusive team culture. Regardless of background, gender identity, or orientation — whether you’re a volunteer or paid contributor — you are welcome here. Always.