Sound Designer

2K; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading video game studio in Guildford is seeking a passionate Sound Designer to enhance the audio experience in its next AAA project. Ideal candidates should have professional experience in game audio development and a strong grasp of audio tools. This hybrid role involves both in-studio and flexible remote work. Join a dynamic team pushing boundaries in gaming sound design.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated creative and technical achievements in sound design.
• Prior working experience in game audio development.
• Strong knowledge of audio middleware tools.

Responsibilities

• Design interactive and linear sound effects.
• Implement audio assets for various projects.
• Conduct field recording for game audio.

Skills

Creative sound design achievements

Game audio development experience

Knowledge of audio middleware tools like Wwise

Understanding of PS5/XBox Series X/PC audio

Experience with Pro Tools or Reaper

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

College degree in audio engineering or similar

Continuing Education Certificate in audio

Tools

Wwise

Fmod

Pro Tools

Reaper

Job description

Job Title:

Sound Designer

Requisition ID:

R025775

Job Description:

Sound Designer

Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since our inception in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like including Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare , Call of Duty: WWII (2017) , and, most recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III .

As industry leaders in first-person shooter development, our commitment to excellence is reflected in every detail of our games, from highly polished multiplayer experiences to emotionally engaging single-player campaigns. At Sledgehammer Games, we believe in pushing boundaries, redefining the possibilities of interactive storytelling, and setting new standards for visual and gameplay fidelity. Together, we aim to deliver world-class gaming content that continues to set the bar for quality, innovation, and player engagement.

We are excited to invite a talented and passionate Sound Designer to join our growing team based in our Guildford, UK studio. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our talented teams across the globe, including our locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

To learn more about our studio, please visit us at www.sledgehammergames.com

Please note: This is not a remote role. This is a hybrid position based in our Guildford Studio, offering flexibility with a combination of in-studio and remote workdays. Permanent remote work is not available for this position.

Your Mission

Sledgehammer Games is looking for a passionate and experienced Sound Designer to help create a fresh new AAA aural experience for our next project. You will be involved in virtually every aspect of game audio content development alongside one of the most passionate and experienced audio teams in the industry.

• Interactive and linear sound effects design.
• Audio asset implementation.
• Field recording.
• Music editing.
• Audio tools & run-time systems design collaboration.
  

Player Profile

• Demonstrated creative and technical achievements in sound design.
• Prior working experience in game audio development – able to demonstrate this experience with a portfolio/demo reel of professional experience
• Strong knowledge of audio middleware tools such as Wwise or Fmod.
• Understanding of PS5, XBox Series X, and PC audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations.
• Experience with major digital audio workstations such as Pro Tools or Reaper.
• Solid understanding of technical audio theory and audio engineering.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional organization skills.
• College degree preferred.
• Continuing Education Certificate, Professional or advanced degree in audio engineering, music, or similar preferred.
  

Bonus XP

• FPS/Multi-player experience a plus.
• Experience with audio scripting tools or languages.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

Our World

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty, Crash Bandicoot, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Guitar Hero. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.

Sledgehammer Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.