Music Designer: Reactive Scores for AAA Games

Cloud Imperium Games; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent game studio in Manchester is seeking a Music Designer to join their premier audio team. This role bridges art and technology, requiring original compositions for the Star Citizen and Squadron 42 universes. Responsibilities include high-level music implementation, collaboration with composers, and evolving music tools. Ideal candidates should have a solid background in the games industry, mastery of DAWs, and a strong understanding of music theory. This position promises a dynamic work environment focusing on creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the games industry, ideally in MMO, FPS, or Flight/Vehicle titles.
• Strong proficiency in Audiokinetic Wwise and experience with version control.
• Deep understanding of music theory and ability to compose across various genres.

Responsibilities

• Achieve world-class music implementation across all areas using Wwise.
• Provide music composition and editorial work as required.
• Work closely with audio programmers to evolve music tools and workflow.
• Organise and run music recording sessions.

Skills

Experience in the games industry

Mastery of DAWs

Proficiency in Audiokinetic Wwise

Knowledge of music theory

Ability to compose in various genres

Experience with version control (Perforce)

Tools

Reaper

Pro Tools

Cubase

Kontakt

Job description

A leading independent game studio in Manchester is seeking a Music Designer to join their premier audio team. This role bridges art and technology, requiring original compositions for the Star Citizen and Squadron 42 universes. Responsibilities include high-level music implementation, collaboration with composers, and evolving music tools. Ideal candidates should have a solid background in the games industry, mastery of DAWs, and a strong understanding of music theory. This position promises a dynamic work environment focusing on creativity and innovation.