Lead Sound Designer - Immersive Experiences

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

State-of-the-art audio facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Lead Sound Designer to spearhead the audio direction for cutting-edge immersive experiences. You will create and implement soundscapes that enhance user engagement and bring virtual worlds to life, collaborating with development and creative teams to define the sonic identity of projects.

This role requires a deep understanding of post-production, Foley, mixing, and interactive audio systems, and offers a hybrid work model, access to state-of-the-art

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in sound design, with a focus on interactive media or game development.
• Expertise in DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Cubase) and interactive audio middleware (Wwise or FMOD).
• Strong knowledge of acoustics, psychoacoustics and audio signal processing; proven leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and implement sound effects, music, and voiceovers for interactive projects.
• Develop and manage audio assets for consistency and quality across project elements.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to integrate audio dynamically into interactive environments.
• Oversee and mentor a team of sound designers with creative direction and technical guidance.
• Conduct audio mixing and mastering for optimal sound quality across platforms.

Skills

7+ years experience

DAWs proficiency

Wwise

FMOD

Acoustics/Psychoacoustics

Leadership/mentoring

Interactive media

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Cubase

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Lead Sound Designer to spearhead the audio direction for cutting-edge immersive experiences. You will be responsible for creating and implementing soundscapes that enhance user engagement and bring virtual worlds to life. This role requires a deep understanding of audio post-production, Foley, mixing, and interactive audio systems. Working closely with the development and creative teams, you will define the sonic identity of our projects, ensuring a cohesive and impactful auditory experience for users. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of sound in interactive entertainment and digital art, leveraging your expertise to craft unforgettable sensory journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and implement all sound effects, music, and voiceovers for interactive projects.
• Develop and manage audio assets, ensuring high quality and consistency across all project elements.
• Collaborate with game designers and engineers to integrate audio dynamically into interactive environments.
• Oversee and mentor a team of sound designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
• Conduct audio mixing and mastering to ensure optimal sound quality and balance across various platforms.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sound design, with a significant portion focused on interactive media or game development.
• Expertise in digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Cubase.
• Proficiency with interactive audio middleware like Wwise or FMOD.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and audio signal processing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between home and office environments.
• Access to state-of-the-asset audio recording and mixing facilities.
• Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects in the immersive entertainment space.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.