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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Agenda

Anna C. Webster  (Senior Writer and Narrative Designer, Independent)
Alexa Ray Corriea  (Expert Writer, Gearbox)
Ashley Poprik  (Senior Narrative Designer, Independent)
Emma Kidwell  (Writer, Independent)
John Ryan  (Senior Writer/Narrative Designer/Consultant, Independent)
Laura Michet  (Narrative Director, Heart Machine)
Sam Maggs  (Senior Manager, Brand & IP Strategy, Critical Role)
Alice Camp  (Senior Narrative Designer, Microfun)
Aysha Farah  (Lead Writer and Narrative Designer, Independent)
Karrie Shao  (Lead Writer and Narrative Designer, Pacific Drive)
Kelsie Mhoon  (Senior Narrative Designer, Obsidian Entertainment)
Nessa Cannon  (Game Writer and Narrative Designer, Independent)
Lis Moberly  (Creative Lead, 20th Century Games, The Walt Disney Company)
Books Schwartz  (Senior Narrative Designer)
Sam Winkler  (Narrative Director, Gearbox Software)
Location: Room 215, South Hall
Date: Monday, March 9
Time: 1:50 pm - 4:50 pm
Pass Type: Festival Pass, Game Changer Pass - Get your pass now!
Audience Level: All
Track: Career, Narrative & Performance
Format: Special Event
Vault Recording: Not Recorded
Audience Level: All

As a game writer or narrative designer, your portfolio is one of the most critical tools for getting hired... So bring yours here! Whether you're an industry hopeful or a veteran writer or narrative designer looking to spruce up your samples, this portfolio workshop will provide individualized feedback on your materials from Senior and Lead-level narrative industry peers. Please bring either a printed copy of your portfolio or have it digitally accessible via your laptop or tablet. As you will be meeting 1:1 with a reviewer, spots are very limited and will be assigned on a first-come first-serve basis.


Please be aware we will not review samples produced by or with AI. Our reviewers are additionally allowed to use their personal discretion for declining samples if found to be in violation of this policy.

Takeaway

Attendees will gain actionable, personalized feedback on their portfolio materials in a 1:1 meeting with a Senior or Lead-level game writer or narrative designer industry peer. Attendees will leave with clear next steps for the refinement or improvement of their materials so they can feel empowered and motivated.

Intended Audience

This workshop is for game writers/narrative designers of all levels who already have a portfolio and are looking to receive peer-review on their materials. Please be aware that you must have either a hard copy of your portfolio or a device by which we can access it.