Kim Mac Askill
About Kim Mac Askill
Kim Mac Askill is a Narrative Lead at Riot Games, with extensive experience in script development and narrative design across various companies, including NaturalMotion and Ubisoft. She has a background in psychology and script development, having worked in the film and gaming industries for over a decade.
Current Role at Riot Games
Kim Mac Askill serves as the Narrative Lead at Riot Games, a position held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing narrative development and storytelling within the company's projects. Her work contributes to the immersive experiences that Riot Games is known for, particularly in its popular titles. The position is based in Los Angeles, California.
Previous Experience at NaturalMotion
Prior to her current role, Kim Mac Askill worked at NaturalMotion as Principal Narrative Designer from 2020 to 2022. During her two-year tenure, she focused on crafting engaging narratives for the company's projects, enhancing the storytelling elements in their games.
Background in Script Development
Kim has extensive experience in script development, having worked at MGM as a Script Developer for 10 months in 2016. She also held positions at the BBC, where she served as a Writer and Script Developer from 2011 to 2016. Her work at the BBC included contributions to various projects, showcasing her ability to create compelling scripts across different media.
Education and Expertise
Kim Mac Askill studied Psychology at The University of Stirling, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2005 to 2010. Additionally, she attended the National Film and Television School, obtaining a Diploma in Script Development from 2011 to 2013. This educational background has equipped her with skills essential for narrative design and scriptwriting.
Notable Past Roles
Throughout her career, Kim has held various significant roles in the industry. She worked as a Senior Scriptwriter at Rocksteady Studios for three years, contributing to the Arkham Games series. Other notable positions include her work as a Senior Scriptwriter at Playground Games for FABLE and as a Character Writer at Lucid Games Ltd for Destruction Allstars.