Lead Sound Designer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Creative leadership opportunities

High-profile game projects

Collaborative studio in Paarl

Career growth and skill development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Sound Designer to head the Paarl audio department, defining the sonic identity for upcoming projects and guiding a team of sound designers. You will collaborate with game directors to craft immersive audio experiences and set quality benchmarks across the development pipeline.

The role requires a seasoned professional capable of mentoring, innovating in sound design techniques, and contributing to a studio culture that values artistic expression in

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in sound design for video games, with a lead/senior track record.
• Strong portfolio showcasing leadership in audio direction for AAA or comparable titles.
• Expertise in industry-standard DAWs and game audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD).
• Experience with Unreal or Unity game engines and audio integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of sound designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
• Develop and implement the overall audio strategy and vision for major game titles.
• Oversee the creation, editing, and implementation of all sound effects, ambient audio, and UI sounds.
• Collaborate with game designers, narrative teams, and technical artists for seamless audio integration.
• Establish and maintain high-quality audio standards and best practices within the department.
• Manage audio assets, pipelines, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of all sound-related elements.

Skills

Sound design

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Acoustics

Audio implementation

Tools

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and inspiring Lead Sound Designer to head their audio department in Paarl . In this pivotal role, you will define the sonic identity of our upcoming projects, manage a talented team of sound designers, and collaborate closely with game directors and other leads to craft immersive and memorable audio experiences. You will be responsible for setting audio quality benchmarks, driving innovation in sound design techniques, and ensuring the effective integration of audio throughout the development pipeline. This position is for a seasoned professional who can lead creatively, mentor effectively, and contribute to a studio culture focused on excellence and artistic expression in interactive entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of sound designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
• Develop and implement the overall audio strategy and vision for major game titles.
• Oversee the creation, editing, and implementation of all sound effects, ambient audio, and user interface sounds.
• Collaborate with game designers, narrative teams, and technical artists to ensure seamless audio integration.
• Establish and maintain high-quality audio standards and best practices within the department.
• Manage audio assets, pipelines, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of all sound-related elements.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience in sound design for video games, with a significant portion in a lead or senior role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing leadership in audio direction and complex sound design for AAA or comparable titles.
• Expertise in industry-standard DAWs, audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD), and game engines (Unreal, Unity).
• Proven ability to manage and inspire a creative team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A deep understanding of audio principles, acoustics, and interactive audio implementation.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant creative influence and leadership opportunities.
• Work on exciting, high-profile game projects.
• A collaborative and supportive studio environment in Paarl .
• Opportunities for continued professional growth and skill development.