Remote Senior Sound Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sound Engineer to join a fully remote team with an anchor in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will ensure high-quality audio across streaming, interactive content, and educational materials.

Responsibilities include mixing, mastering, editing, and troubleshooting, collaborating with global remote colleagues, and refining audio workflows to deliver immersive sound experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years professional audio experience.
• Proficiency in DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reaper.
• Knowledge of acoustics, mic techniques and signal processing.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Perform audio mixing and mastering for digital content.
• Edit and process voiceovers, music, and sound effects to meet specs.
• Quality checks on audio deliverables and fix technical issues.
• Collaborate remotely with creators and stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Manage audio assets, organize project files, maintain standards.
• Troubleshoot audio problems promptly.
• Stay updated on audio tech and best practices for remote production.
• Contribute to development of audio workflows and guidelines.
• Provide technical support on audio matters to remote team members.

Skills

Audio engineering

Remote collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's in Audio Engineering

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

Reaper

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized digital media company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Sound Engineer to join their fully remote team. This position is critical for ensuring the highest quality audio output across all of our digital platforms, including streaming services, interactive content, and online educational materials. You will be responsible for audio mixing, mastering, editing, and troubleshooting, providing exceptional sound fidelity and an immersive listening experience for users worldwide. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of audio engineering principles, extensive experience with professional audio software and hardware, and a proven ability to deliver polished, high-quality audio under remote conditions. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic, remote-first environment, influencing audio standards globally, with an anchor in **Bloemfontein, Free State**.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform audio mixing and mastering for various digital content, ensuring clarity, balance, and impact.
• Edit and process voiceovers, music, and sound effects to meet project specifications.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on audio deliverables to identify and resolve any technical issues.
• Collaborate with content creators, producers, and other stakeholders remotely to achieve desired audio outcomes.
• Manage audio assets, maintain organized project files, and ensure adherence to established audio standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio-related technical problems in a timely manner.
• Stay updated on the latest audio technologies, techniques, and best practices for remote audio production.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of audio workflows and guidelines.
• Provide technical support and guidance on audio matters to remote team members.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in audio engineering, sound design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in industry-standard DAWs such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or Reaper.
• Strong knowledge of acoustics, signal processing, microphone techniques, and mixing consoles.
• Experience with audio mastering, loudness normalization, and various delivery formats.
• Excellent understanding of digital audio workstations and plugins.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable using remote communication tools.
• A Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Music Technology, or a related field is highly desirable.
• A passion for high-quality audio and sound immersion.

Benefits

This remote role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Employees benefit from a flexible work schedule and the ability to work from anywhere. Access to cutting-edge remote collaboration tools and professional development resources. Contribute to impactful digital media projects for a global audience, with a conceptual base in **Bloemfontein, Free State**.