Sound Engineer

Tomplay; Page (AZ); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the digital music industry is seeking a talented Sound Engineer to enhance the audio quality of interactive music scores. In this exciting remote role, you will be responsible for editing and mixing audio files, creating tempo maps, and ensuring high-quality sound production. You'll work with advanced audio libraries and collaborate with a diverse team of musicians and composers. If you have a strong musical background and a passion for audio production, this opportunity to shape the future of music learning is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sound mixing and editing with a strong ear for detail.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Edit and mix audio files to ensure professional-quality sound.
• Collaborate with composers and musicians to meet artistic requirements.

Skills

Sound Mixing

Audio Editing

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Classically-trained Musician

Tools

Melodyne

Sibelius

Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)

Job description

Sound Engineer (freelancer, remote position)

Who are we?

Tomplay is a leading innovator in the digital music industry, offering interactive sheet music for musicians of all levels. With a mission to transform the way people learn and enjoy playing music, we combine technology with creativity to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Thanks to unique technology, the interactive scores scroll automatically on-screen, creating an immersive concert hall experience. With features such as controlling the speed of the score’s recording, looping selected passages, and self-recording, Tomplay makes learning music simpler, more effective, and more fun.

The Tomplay app is used by more than 1.5M musicians in 157 countries. The company has entered into an exclusive distribution partnership with Yamaha and Kawai, the world's largest instrument manufacturers, as well as key licensing agreements with dozens of publishers, positioning Tomplay's platform as the leader in interactive music learning. More information on www.tomplay.com

Job role and responsibilities:

We are looking for a highly skilled Sound Engineer with a strong musical background to join our team. This role involves editing and mixing files, creating tempo maps, and ensuring high-quality audio production. Your main responsibilities will include:

1. Edit and mix audio files to ensure professional-quality sound
2. Create and refine tempo maps for accurate synchronization
3. Work with high-end audio libraries to enhance musical recordings
4. Create consistent audio levels across project libraries
5. Apply appropriate equalization, compression, and spatial effects to enhance sound quality
6. Prepare final mixes for platform and delivery formats
7. Utilize Melodyne for pitch and timing corrections (preferred)
8. Use Sibelius for score-related tasks (preferred)
9. Maintain organized session files and backup systems
10. Collaborate with composers, musicians, and production teams to meet artistic and technical requirements

What we require from you:

1. Proven experience in musical sound-mixing and editing with a strong ear for detail
2. Classically-trained musician with excellent score-reading abilities
3. Proficiency in audio editing software and digital audio workstations (DAWs)
4. Experience with Melodyne (recommended)
5. Experience with Sibelius (recommended)
6. Strong organizational and communication skills
7. Fluency in English (required); additional language knowledge is desirable
8. Excellent communication skills to coordinate all stakeholders involved in the project

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter, including your audio mixing portfolio, to Tomplay’s HR. We’re excited to hear from you!