Sound Designer Distributed, -- + -- (US + Canada)

Hatch, Inc.; California (MO); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving sleep through innovative audio experiences. As a Sound Designer, you'll shape the sonic identity of diverse content, collaborating closely with producers and composers to create captivating audio projects. Your expertise in audio engineering and sound design will be crucial in delivering high-quality soundscapes and original music that enhance storytelling. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact people's lives positively while working in a collaborative and creative environment. If you're passionate about sound and storytelling, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

16 weeks paid parental leave

16 free therapy sessions

Financial support for family planning

Remote office allowance

Monthly Internet reimbursement

Friends and Family discount

Discounts on popular brands

Flexible work environment

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Strong background in audio engineering and sound design.
• Experience in narrative-driven and music-led productions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with producers to devise the tone and style of audio projects.
• Oversee recording sessions and ensure audio quality standards.

Skills

Audio Engineering

Sound Design

Music Composition

Audio Editing

Collaboration Skills

Technical Execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering or related field

3+ years of experience in sound design

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro X

Reaper

Job description

There’s nothing like a great night’s sleep—the cozy, wrapped-up-in-a-heavy-blanket kind of sleep. The fire-crackling, curtains-drawn, DO NOT DISTURB kind of sleep. You know, the good stuff.

But here’s the thing: while 85% of people agree sleep is the key to their well-being, more than half are unsatisfied with their own. Whether it’s stress, interruptions, work, or little ones waking in the night, so many people need help getting truly restorative rest.

That’s where we come in. At Hatch, we’re on a mission to help people build better sleep habits—so they can feel more focused, energized, and present in their lives. We’ve designed best-in-class smart sleep devices, paired with science-backed sleep content, to help people unwind nightly, sleep deeply, and wake gently. More than 5 million sleepers of all ages have made space for rest with Hatch, with our baby products in 1 in 3 nurseries and our adult product, Restore, taking over nightstands (and TikTok) worldwide.

The Opportunity:

The Sound Designer is essential in shaping the sonic identity of our diverse content slate, which includes scripted single-voice productions, high-production-value audio stories, and original music projects. This person is responsible for gathering all sonic elements from pre-production and principal recording, and driving the process through to completion and final delivery. Their involvement with a project, however, begins during development and piloting, during which time they are collaborating with the Producer on building a pilot, experimenting with music, and setting up recording sessions to ensure the highest quality possible.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in audio engineering, sound design, music composition, and audio editing, with experience in both narrative-driven and music-led productions. They should be adept at balancing creativity with efficiency, capable of handling multiple projects at different stages of production, and comfortable collaborating with producers, writers, and talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Producer on devising the tone, style and feel of a show, culminating in a proof of concept pilot which becomes our guide for production
• During pre-production, begin collecting and organizing elements that will be in the final product, including original music, themes, and library material
• In advance of principal recording, set up a tech check with any third part studios and run an audio test, as well as share the specific file specifications for delivering Hatch audio content
• Responsible for ensuring that all audio collected, either in a professional grade studio, or remotely, is aligned with Hatch’s standards of quality
• Oversee recording sessions, monitoring and troubleshooting from a technical perspective as needed
• Design and implement soundscapes, original music, and effects for scripted single-voice productions and multi-voiced immersive stories.
• Edit and mix dialogue to ensure clarity, natural pacing, and emotional impact.
• Integrate original and library music cues, ensuring seamless transitions and dynamic movement between dialogue, music, and SFX.
• Mix and master final tracks to meet technical specifications and ensure optimal playback across various platforms.

Music Composition & Original Scoring

• Collaborate with producers and composers to create and integrate original music for audio projects, including theme songs and underscore.
• Identify musical moments in scripts and oversee the placement of score and licensed music.
• Work closely with composers and musicians to ensure original compositions align with creative direction.

Workflow & Collaboration

• Work alongside producers and writers in pre-production to anticipate sound design needs and establish sonic direction.
• Provide creative input on scripts and rough cuts to enhance storytelling through sound.
• Maintain organized session files and stems for streamlined revision cycles and final asset delivery.
• Collaborate with the team to establish best practices for post-production workflows.

QC & Delivery

• Deliver final audio assets in the correct formats for both online and hardware listening experiences.
• Ensure all final mixes meet quality, balance, and level standards before entering the Hatch content catalog.
• Conduct final QC on hardware devices, verifying optimal audio experience across all listening environments.

What You’ll Do:

Within 3 Months:

• Master post-production workflows for each content type and establish a rhythm for delivering V1s on schedule.
• Complete at least one full production cycle (from dialogue edit through final mix) for a scripted single-voice or immersive audio project.
• Develop a strong understanding of the team’s music composition process, including how to best collaborate with composers and integrate original music into projects.
• Refine session organization and workflow to ensure efficiency, reducing bottlenecks in revisions and final asset delivery.

Within 6 Months:

• Take ownership of sound design for multiple projects, working across different content types and delivering high-quality, creative audio experiences.
• Identify and document areas for workflow improvements, such as more efficient note-sharing processes or refining how sound libraries are managed.
• Contribute to at least one original music or theme composition, either through direct music production or collaboration with composers.
• Establish a collaborative rhythm with producers and stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and effective creative execution.

After 1 Year:

• Lead the post-production sound design for a major project, from pre-production planning to final delivery.
• Help refine team-wide sound design best practices and develop reference materials for future sound designers.
• Support the development of a resource library for sound assets, helping to streamline the use of SFX, music cues, and dialogue processing templates.
• Mentor or assist in onboarding junior team members or freelancers, helping scale the sound design function for future growth.
• Innovate within the sound design process, introducing new tools or techniques (such as AI-assisted audio tools or immersive audio formats) that improve efficiency or creative output.

What You’ll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in sound design, audio editing, or music composition, ideally in podcasting, radio, or immersive audio.
• Expertise in Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, or Reaper, with a deep understanding of mixing and mastering for voice-driven content.
• Strong understanding of music composition, scoring, and sound design techniques for narrative storytelling.
• Ability to balance creative direction with technical execution while meeting structured deadlines.
• Experience in dialogue editing and vocal processing to ensure clarity and performance quality.
• Familiarity with audio asset management, version control, and efficient deliverable formatting.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work across teams of producers, editors, and talent.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience working with voice actors and musicians in a recording environment.
• Knowledge of spatial or immersive audio formats (e.g., Dolby Atmos, binaural sound design).
• Familiarity with AI-assisted audio tools to optimize workflows.

Why You Will Love Working at Hatch!

• We are certified as A Great Place to Work! 97% of our employees have reported that Hatch is a great place to work.
• We have an amazing leadership team that truly values its employees and lives our company values each and every day.
• We delight our customers with something everyone needs: a good night’s sleep!
• Our team is collaborative, fun, and brilliant!
• You have an opportunity to make a large impact in people’s lives
• We are backed by world class investors including True Ventures and have strong revenue growth.
• We let you take care of what you need by offering a flexible/remote work environment

We also take care of you through our comprehensive compensation package and many other perks and benefits including:

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and 80% coverage for dependents
• Meaningful equity
• 401(k) match with no vesting schedule
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for those important moments in life
• 16 free therapy sessions on Samata Health's platform for you and one other adult dependent
• Financial Support for Family Planning
• Remote office allowance
• Monthly Internet reimbursement allowance
• Friends and Family discount on our products
• Discount program from popular brands in travel, entertainment and retail
• Many other spontaneous perks

Why You’ll Love Working at Hatch

We’re a certified Great Place to Work! 93% of our employees say Hatch is a great place to work.

You’ll work with an amazing leadership team that truly values employees and leads with our company values every day.

We help people sleep better! Our products make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.

Our team is collaborative, fun, and full of brilliant minds.

We’re backed by world-class investors and growing fast!

We support flexibility with a remote-friendly work environment.

The Perks & Benefits That Matter

100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (80% for dependents, including domestic partners)

16 weeks of fully paid parental leave

16 free therapy sessions (for you + one other adult in your life)

Financial support for family planning

Remote office + monthly internet reimbursement

️ Friends & family discounts on Hatch products

️ Exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment, and top retail brands

And so many more spontaneous perks!

About Hatch

Designed by experts and loved by parents, our Rest family—including Rest, Rest+, and Rest Go—helps little ones (and their grown-ups) build healthy sleep routines. For adults, Hatch Restore is a fully customizable smart sleep clock and sunrise alarm designed to help you unwind nightly, sleep deeply, and wake gently.

Founded in 2014 by parent entrepreneurs Ann Crady Weiss and Dave Weiss and featured on Shark Tank, Hatch is headquartered in Menlo Park, California.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Ready to Help the World Sleep Better?

We’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join us in making great sleep a reality for all.

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