Senior Sound Designer

Deluxe Media; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sound Designer to join their Creative Sound Team in Madrid. This role is perfect for a visionary artist passionate about crafting immersive soundscapes for feature films and TV series. You will be responsible for designing high-quality sound effects and collaborating closely with directors and editors to enhance storytelling. With a commitment to innovation, you will explore cutting-edge audio technologies and mentor junior designers. If you thrive in a creative environment and have a strong portfolio, this opportunity is for you.

Formación

• Experience as a Sound Designer in feature films or high-end TV series.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative and technical sound design skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement high-end sound effects and audio textures.
• Collaborate with directors and editors to shape the sonic identity of projects.

Conocimientos

Sound Design

Cinematic Storytelling

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Creativity

Herramientas

Pro Tools HDX

Nuendo

Reformer Pro

Soundminer

Altiverb

GRM Tools

Descripción del empleo

Job

Senior Sound Designer

Description

As the world’s leading multidisciplinary service provider, Deluxe underpins the media and entertainment industry, servicing content creators and distributors including Netflix, WarnerMedia, The Walt Disney Company, Amazon, Apple, Viacom, NBCU, Google, AT&T, and many others, by providing Global Content Distribution, Localization, Accessibility, and Mastering while leading end-to-end innovation with unparalleled scale and agility across the Streaming, Theatrical, Broadcast, and Mobile landscapes. With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices around the globe, the company employs over 3,500 of the most talented and experienced industry individuals worldwide. For more information, please visit www.bydeluxe.com

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Madrid, Spain

Position Summary

Deluxe Spain is seeking an exceptionally creative and technically skilled Senior Sound Designer to join our Creative Sound Team. This role is ideal for a visionary sound artist who excels at crafting immersive and emotionally compelling soundscapes for feature films and TV series.

As a Senior Sound Designer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing high-end sound effects, atmospheres, and audio textures that enhance storytelling and elevate the production’s impact. You will collaborate closely with directors, editors, and re-recording mixers, shaping the sonic identity of each project with meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling.

We seek someone with exceptional artistic instincts, a passion for innovation, and extensive experience in immersive formats like Dolby Atmos.

Role and Responsibilities

Creative Sound Design & Audio Implementation

• Conceptualize and design original, high-quality sound effects, atmospheres, and audio textures for feature films and TV series.
• Work closely with directors, editors, and re-recording mixers to develop a unique and compelling sonic identity for each project.
• Design and implement custom Foley and environmental sounds to enhance realism and immersion.
• Utilize advanced synthesis, layering, and processing techniques to create high-impact and emotionally resonant soundscapes.

Technical Execution & Workflow Management

• Operate industry-standard DAWs (Pro Tools HDX, Nuendo) and sound design tools to create, edit, and manipulate complex sound elements.
• Ensure sound design elements are optimized for Dolby Atmos, 5.1/7.1 surround sound, and other immersive formats.
• Collaborate with the mixing team to ensure seamless integration of sound elements into the final mix.
• Manage and organize large-scale sound libraries, maintaining efficiency and accessibility for production needs.

Research & Innovation

• Stay at the forefront of sound design trends, techniques, and technologies, bringing fresh ideas and innovation to each project.
• Explore and implement cutting-edge immersive audio technologies, including AI-assisted sound design tools and advanced convolution reverb techniques.
• Experiment with field recording, synthesis, and unconventional sound sources to create unique and organic textures.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Guide and mentor junior sound designers, sharing knowledge and refining best practices.
• Provide creative and technical input in developing sound design workflows and pipelines.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience as a Sound Designer in feature films or high-end TV series, and possess:

• A strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative and technical sound design skills.
• Deep understanding of cinematic storytelling and how sound contributes to narrative impact.
• Expert proficiency in Pro Tools HDX, Nuendo, and industry-standard sound design plugins (Reformer Pro, Soundminer, Altiverb, Envy, GRM Tools).
• Mastery of Dolby Atmos workflows and immersive sound design principles.
• Experience with Foley recording, field recording, and advanced sample manipulation techniques.
• Highly creative and detail-oriented, with a passion for crafting immersive soundscapes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to translate creative direction into compelling audio.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

Diversity Statement

Deluxe is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels comfortable bringing their full selves to work. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, considering all without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.