Lead Sound Designer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Professional development

Health benefits

Central Pietermaritzburg location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative Lead Sound Designer in Pietermaritzburg to spearhead audio production for our interactive entertainment projects. You will lead a small team of audio engineers and freelancers, shaping the auditory landscape from concept to final delivery.

The role requires proven leadership in game audio, a strong portfolio, and hands-on experience with DAWs and middleware. Join a studio that values innovation and artistic integrity in a dynamic Pietermaritzburg setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sound Designer in the video game industry, with at least two shipped titles in a lead or senior role.
• Demonstrable portfolio showcasing exceptional sound design skills across various genres.
• Proficiency with industry-standard Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Cubase.
• Experience with game audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) and engine integration (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Strong understanding of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and audio engineering principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute all aspects of sound design, including recording, editing, mixing, and implementation of sound effects, music, and voiceovers.
• Develop and maintain a consistent audio aesthetic and technical pipeline for all projects.
• Lead, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to junior sound designers and audio engineers.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, programmers, and artists to integrate audio seamlessly into gameplay.
• Source, license, and manage audio assets, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements.
• Conduct field recordings and studio sessions to capture unique and high-quality audio elements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Sound design

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Cubase

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Lead Sound Designer to spearhead audio production for a new suite of interactive entertainment projects. This pivotal role, based in the vibrant city of Pietermaritzburg , will involve shaping the auditory landscape of our games, from conceptualization through to final delivery. You will lead a small team of audio engineers and freelancers, ensuring the highest standards of sound quality, artistic vision, and technical implementation are met. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on the player experience and contribute to the growth of a dynamic studio that values innovation and artistic integrity in Pietermaritzburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute all aspects of sound design, including recording, editing, mixing, and implementation of sound effects, music, and voiceovers.
• Develop and maintain a consistent audio aesthetic and technical pipeline for all projects.
• Lead, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to junior sound designers and audio engineers.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, programmers, and artists to integrate audio seamlessly into gameplay.
• Source, license, and manage audio assets, ensuring compliance with licensing agreements.
• Conduct field recordings and studio sessions to capture unique and high-quality audio elements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sound Designer in the video game industry, with at least two shipped titles in a lead or senior role.
• Demonstrable portfolio showcasing exceptional sound design skills across various genres.
• Proficiency with industry-standard Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Cubase.
• Experience with game audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) and engine integration (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Strong understanding of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and audio engineering principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge entertainment projects.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment in Pietermaritzburg .
• Professional development opportunities and access to training.
• Health and wellness programs.