Lead Sound Designer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Creative game titles

State-of-the-art audio tools

Professional development

Collaborative team in Rustenburg

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a Lead Sound Designer to drive audio direction for upcoming games. You will lead a small team, define sound vision, and oversee SFX, music, and VO integration within the engine.

Applicants should have 6+ years in professional sound design, strong DAW and middleware skills (Wwise/FMOD), a compelling portfolio, and the ability to relocate. The role offers a competitive package and growth opportunities in a creative studio.

Formación

• 6+ years of professional sound design experience; 2+ years in lead/senior role, preferably in games.
• Proven ability to create immersive, high-quality game soundscapes.
• Expertise with DAWs (Pro Tools, Reaper, Cubase) and game audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD).
• Strong acoustics, synthesis, and mixing knowledge for games.
• Experience with recording techniques and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and collaboration skills; portfolio required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the sound design team in creating and implementing high-quality audio assets for video games.
• Define the audio vision and style for game projects in collaboration with game directors and audio directors.
• Create, record, edit, and mix sound effects, ambient environments, and Foley.
• Oversee the integration of audio assets into the game engine using middleware like Wwise or FMOD.
• Manage sound asset libraries and ensure efficient organization and workflow.
• Mentor and provide technical and creative guidance to junior sound designers.
• Collaborate with composers and voice actors to ensure seamless integration of music and dialogue.
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio-related issues during development and testing.
• Stay current with the latest audio technologies, tools, and industry trends in game audio.
• Ensure audio implementation meets technical specifications and performance targets.

Conocimientos

Lead audio design

Sound design

DAWs proficiency

Wwise/FMOD

Team leadership

Collaboration

Herramientas

Wwise

FMOD

Pro Tools

Cubase

Reaper

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative video game development studio, is seeking a highly creative and technically adept Lead Sound Designer to join their team in Rustenburg, North West . This role is pivotal in crafting immersive audio experiences that enhance gameplay and storytelling for their highly anticipated titles. The ideal candidate will possess a profound understanding of audio design principles, exceptional sound editing and mixing skills, and the ability to lead and inspire a team of sound designers. You will be responsible for defining the audio direction of projects, overseeing the implementation of sound effects, music, and voiceovers, and ensuring the highest quality audio output. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on critically acclaimed games and contribute to the growing Arts & Entertainment industry in Rustenburg and the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the sound design team in creating and implementing high-quality audio assets for video games.
• Define the audio vision and style for game projects in collaboration with game directors and audio directors.
• Create, record, edit, and mix sound effects, ambient environments, and Foley.
• Oversee the integration of audio assets into the game engine using middleware like Wwise or FMOD.
• Manage sound asset libraries and ensure efficient organization and workflow.
• Mentor and provide technical and creative guidance to junior sound designers.
• Collaborate with composers and voice actors to ensure seamless integration of music and dialogue.
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio-related issues during development and testing.
• Stay current with the latest audio technologies, tools, and industry trends in game audio.
• Ensure audio implementation meets technical specifications and performance targets.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in professional sound design, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role, preferably within the video game industry.
• Proven ability to create compelling and immersive soundscapes for games.
• Expert proficiency in digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Reaper, or Cubase.
• Experience with game audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD).
• Strong understanding of audio principles, acoustics, synthesis, and mixing techniques for games.
• Experience with recording techniques and equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A portfolio showcasing exceptional game sound design work is required.
• Passion for video games and a commitment to delivering outstanding audio experiences.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Rustenburg, North West .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and innovative game titles.
• Be part of a creative and passionate team in the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Access to state-of-the-arch audio tools and technology.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative work environment in Rustenburg .
• Contribute to the gaming landscape of the North West .