Experienced Audio Designer

TN United Kingdom; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative AAA studio is seeking an Experienced Audio Designer to join their dynamic team in Royal Leamington Spa. This role offers the chance to craft immersive audio experiences for a new best-in-class game, working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment. As a pivotal member of the audio team, you will design sound effects, oversee audio features, and mentor junior members, all while pushing the boundaries of audio innovation. If you have a passion for sound design and video games, this is your opportunity to create exceptional audio experiences in the gaming industry.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday

Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Proficient in audio middleware and production tools.
• Strong focus on quality control and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine sound effects and audio playback systems.
• Oversee creative direction of the game's audio features.
• Collaborate with teams for cohesive audio integration.

Skills

Audio Design

Critical Listening

Communication Skills

Quality Control

Passion for Video Games

Tools

Wwise

REAPER

Unreal Engine 4/5

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Lighthouse Games

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

Lighthouse Games is a fresh AAA game development studio located in Leamington Spa, dedicated to creating exceptional gaming experiences. We pride ourselves on our collective talent and ambition to design the next best-in-class video game. Joining our team means you will have the opportunity to create your finest work in a highly collaborative environment that fosters learning and innovation. As a Senior Audio Designer, you will play a pivotal role in the audio team, leading the charge to deliver high-quality audio design across multiple facets of our project. This includes establishing audio pipelines, developing immersive audio systems, and ensuring continuity by collaborating seamlessly with game designers, programmers, and artists.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, craft, and refine sound effects and audio playback systems
• Oversee the creative direction and implementation of the game's audio features
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive audio integration
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior audio team members
• Seek avenues for audio innovation and quality improvement

Requirements

• Proficient in using audio middleware, preferably Wwise, and other audio production tools
• Demonstrated ability in crafting high-quality audio recording, both in studio and field settings
• Strong critical listening and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality control
• A genuine passion for video games and the art of sound design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
• Familiarity with REAPER or similar digital audio workstation
• Knowledge of current generation console audio implementation
• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year