Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer (External Agency Employee)
Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States
NFL Films is seeking an experienced Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer to play a critical role in bringing our stories to life through sound. This position is responsible for crafting immersive, broadcast-quality audio experiences across a wide range of NFL Films productions, including documentaries, feature programming, branded content, commercial projects, and digital media.
Working at the intersection of storytelling and technology, the Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer will lead all aspects of audio post-production, including dialogue editing, sound design, restoration, re-recording mixing, and final delivery. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong creative instincts, understanding how sound enhances emotion, reinforces narrative, and elevates the viewer experience.
Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, the ability to thrive in a collaborative and deadline-driven environment, and a passion for producing world-class content that reflects the quality and legacy of NFL Films.
Essential Functions
- Perform dialogue editing, sound effects editing, restoration, and cleanup for a variety of NFL Films productions.
- Create original sound designs that support and enhance storytelling objectives.
- Execute re-recording mixes for documentary, long-form, short-form, commercial, and digital content.
- Deliver final mixes and mix stems in accordance with production, broadcast, and distribution specifications.
- Mix and deliver content in stereo, surround sound, and Dolby Atmos formats.
- Utilize DaVinci Resolve Fairlight and other industry-standard tools to manage audio post-production workflows.
- Apply advanced audio restoration and repair techniques utilizing tools such as iZotope RX.
- Collaborate closely with producers, editors, composers, and other creative stakeholders to ensure audio elements align with the creative vision.
- Troubleshoot technical and workflow challenges while maintaining project schedules and quality standards.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting demanding production deadlines.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Audio Engineering, Recording Arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
- Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience as a Sound Designer and/or Re-Recording Mixer in a post-production environment.
- Demonstrated experience across documentary, sports, commercial, and long-form content production.
- Advanced knowledge of mix stem creation and delivery workflows.
- Extensive experience mixing in stereo, surround, and Dolby Atmos environments.
- Strong understanding of digital audio workstations, audio signal flow, and contemporary post-production techniques.
- Proficiency with audio restoration, repair, and cleanup tools, including iZotope RX.
- Proven ability to maintain high-quality output while working under tight deadlines and shifting priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in sports, entertainment, or broadcast media environments.
- Advanced proficiency with DaVinci Resolve Fairlight.
- Familiarity with evolving audio standards and emerging post-production technologies.
Other Key Attributes
- Strong creative instincts and a passion for storytelling through sound.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to build effective working relationships across production teams.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.