Sound Design for Feature Film

BlockReel; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided

On-set incidentals

Remote work possible

Job summary

BlockReel seeks a senior Sound Designer for a psychological drama feature. Based in Chicago, you’ll craft, edit, and mix dialogue, Foley, sound effects, and ambience to shape the film’s tone and emotional arc.

Remote work is possible, but expect regular in-person sessions during critical mixing. The project runs Nov–Dec 2026, 8–10 weeks, with a daily rate of $500–$800 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in feature film sound design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical proficiency.
• Own professional-grade sound design software and workstation.
• Able to work in Chicago with some remote work; regular in-person sessions during critical mixing phases.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit and mix dialogue, Foley, sound effects and ambience.
• Collaborate closely with the director during post-production to realize the sonic vision.
• Ensure seamless integration of audio with the picture edit.

Skills

Sound design

Foley

Audio editing

Audio mixing

Collaboration

Tools

Pro Tools

Job description

Our upcoming independent feature film, a psychological drama exploring themes of isolation and memory in an urban setting, is seeking a senior Sound Designer. This project offers a unique opportunity to craft an immersive and unsettling auditory landscape that will be crucial to the film's tone and narrative impact. We're looking for someone with a sophisticated understanding of how sound can drive story and emotion, contributing significantly to a truly distinctive cinematic experience. You'll be responsible for creating, editing, and mixing all sound elements, including dialogue, Foley, sound effects, and ambient sounds. This involves close collaboration with the director during post-production to realize the sonic vision for the film, ensuring seamless integration with the picture edit. We require extensive experience in feature film sound design, a strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical proficiency, and your own professional-grade sound design software and workstation. While we're based in Chicago, some remote work is possible, but we expect regular in-person sessions during critical mixing phases. The post-production schedule, including sound work, is estimated to span November 2026 and December 2026, with about 8-10 weeks of concentrated effort. Compensation is $500-800/day, depending on experience and scope. Meals and on-set incidentals during any necessary in-person sessions will be provided. We're looking to wrap up applications by October 30, 2026.

Budget Range

$500-800/day