Senior Audio Designer & Engineer - Immersive Game Sound

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Senior Sound Designer and Audio Engineer to craft immersive audio for video games, VR/AR, and interactive installations. You will design, implement, and polish all audio elements, collaborating with developers and artists to elevate the user experience.

The role requires a strong portfolio, expert DAW skills, and experience with audio middleware, game engines, and acoustics. Relocation to Durban is welcome.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of professional experience in sound design and audio engineering, with a strong portfolio of interactive media projects (games, VR/AR).
• Expert proficiency with industry-standard DAWs such as Pro Tools, Reaper, or Logic Pro.
• Experience with audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and audio mixing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, create, and implement high-quality sound effects, ambient soundscapes, and musical elements for interactive media.
• Record, edit, and mix audio assets to meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with game developers, designers, and artists to integrate audio seamlessly into the user experience.
• Utilize digital audio workstations (DAWs) and audio middleware to manage and implement sound assets.
• Develop and maintain audio asset libraries and documentation.
• Troubleshoot audio-related technical issues during development and testing phases.
• Stay current with advancements in audio technology, game engines, and sound design techniques.
• Mix final audio for various platforms, ensuring clarity, impact, and spatial realism.
• Provide technical guidance and creative input on audio direction to other team members.
• Ensure audio elements contribute effectively to the overall narrative and emotional impact of the project.

Skills

Sound design

Pro Tools

Reaper

Logic Pro

Wwise

FMOD

Acoustics

Audio mixing

Interactive media

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Senior Sound Designer and Audio Engineer to craft immersive audio for video games, VR/AR, and interactive installations. You will design, implement, and polish all audio elements, collaborating with developers and artists to elevate the user experience.

The role requires a strong portfolio, expert DAW skills, and experience with audio middleware, game engines, and acoustics. Relocation to Durban is welcome.