Paul Kirsch Email & Phone Number

Irvine, Ca

I write branching conversations in video games for PC and console. Storylines offer a breath of choice and consequence, reactivity, and revelations that challenge expectations. As a Narrative Designer I write from the player's point of view, which means anticipating and reacting to a wide variety of roleplay options. We use flowcharts to manage dialogue flow, quest states, impactful decisions, reputation, player customization, inventory, etc. I also work on developing lore, writing item descriptions, quest journals, combat barks, ambient banter, etc. Once spoken dialogue is locked for localization, I attend voiceover sessions to help supervise recordings, coach actors, and make sure we get the performance that matches the character. Tools include Obsidian's proprietary dialogue editor, Unity, Unreal, Perforce, Confluence, and JIRA.

Irvine, Ca

Drawing on design documents in early draft stages, I wrote the Pillars of Eternity Guidebook, Vol. 1, World Almanac, and Player’s Manual. These books offered players a chance to engage with story material and further explored the historical / cultural context of the Pillars campaign setting.

Santa Monica, Ca

I managed the online advertising for 200 Northern California car dealerships. My responsibilities included processing incoming contracts, troubleshooting data / billing issues, ensuring the quality and accuracy of vehicle listings, and supporting a team of external salespeople.

Marina Del Rey, Ca

Master Of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Popular Fiction

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Creative Writing

Activities and Societies: Phi Beta Kappa (Xi of California), Graduating Honors (Creative Writing Department).

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