Game Audio Designer - Immersive Sound for Co-Development

Pole To Win International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Side Side (formerly PTW) is building a talent pool for co-development roles in game audio. We seek designers with a passion for creating immersive soundscapes and a track record on shipped titles across PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

This pool is for future project opportunities and will involve collaboration with designers, artists, and programmers across multiple studios. Applicants should have proficiency with Wwise or FMOD, DAWs like Pro Tools or Logic Pro, and a good understanding of Unreal

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as an Audio Designer in the video game industry.
• Contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.
• Proficiency with audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD.
• Experience with DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Reaper).
• Basic understanding of game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity for audio integration.
• Strong storytelling abilities through audio and collaboration in cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dynamic audio systems and soundscapes to enhance gameplay and storytelling.
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and programmers to define audio requirements and integrate assets effectively.
• Record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects and voice-over content.
• Create and manage audio assets using middleware tools like Wwise or FMOD.
• Implement spatial audio, adaptive music systems, and sound design elements to support an immersive experience.
• Debug and optimize audio for performance across multiple platforms.
• Provide innovative audio solutions to creative challenges in gameplay and narrative.
• Maintain consistency in audio quality and style across all aspects of the project.

Skills

Storytelling

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Wwise

FMOD

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Reaper

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Side Side (formerly PTW) is building a talent pool for co-development roles in game audio. We seek designers with a passion for creating immersive soundscapes and a track record on shipped titles across PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.

This pool is for future project opportunities and will involve collaboration with designers, artists, and programmers across multiple studios. Applicants should have proficiency with Wwise or FMOD, DAWs like Pro Tools or Logic Pro, and a good understanding of Unreal