Sound Designer

Aristocrat Technologies; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aristocrat Technologies in Las Vegas, NV, is seeking a Sound Designer to compose music, craft sound effects, design audio implementation, and record voiceovers for games and marketing materials.

You will collaborate with artists, designers, and developers to create immersive audio, maintain asset storage, and resolve audio issues while delivering high-quality assets on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Music, Audio, and/or Sound Design.
• Proficiency in music composition, sound design, and audio engineering.
• Experience crafting sound for video/animation.
• DAW proficiency (Logic preferred) and at least one instrument (piano/guitar).

Responsibilities

• Use sound to creatively bring games to life.
• Coordinate with Animators, Game Designers, and Software Developers to implement audio.
• Develop creative, technical, and professional skills with the Lead Audio Designer.
• Maintain organized project files and asset storage.
• Detect, resolve, and prevent audio issues in games.
• Deliver high-quality audio assets on schedule.
• Manage deliverables of multiple projects concurrently.

Skills

Music Composition

Sound Design

Audio Engineering

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Music/Audio/Sound Design

Tools

Logic Pro

Jira

Perforce

FMOD

Outlook

Excel

Job description

The Sound Designer is responsible for composing music, crafting sound effects, designing audio implementation, and recording voiceovers for use in games and marketing materials. This position works closely with artists, animators, game designers, and software developers to create immersive and entertaining games.

What You’ll Do

• Use sound to creatively bring games to life.
• Coordinate with Animators, Game Designers, and Software Developers to create and implement audio.
• Work closely with Lead Audio Designer to develop creative, technical, and professional skills.
• Maintain organized project files and asset storage.
• Detect, resolve, and prevent audio issues in games.
• Deliver high-quality audio assets on schedule.
• Manage deliverables of multiple projects concurrently.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Music, Audio, and/or Sound Design.
• Intermediate to Advanced level in Music Composition, Sound Design, and Audio Engineering.
• Ability to compose music in a wide variety of styles.
• Ability to receive mentorship and integrate feedback.
• Proficiency in a professional digital audio workstation, preferably Logic.
• Proficiency in at least one musical instrument, ideally piano and/or guitar.
• Experience crafting sound for video/animation.
• Experience with Jira, Perforce, FMOD, Outlook, and Excel is a plus.
• Previous experience in the gaming industry is a plus.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and understand English.
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Must currently live in or be willing to relocate to Las Vegas, NV.

This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.

Compensation Philosophy

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.

Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.