Senior Immersive Audio Designer for VR/Interactive Worlds

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Creative projects

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sound Designer in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal to craft the auditory landscape for cutting-edge projects, from interactive narratives to VR experiences. You will define sonic identity, record, edit, mix, and master audio assets, and mentor junior designers in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

The role emphasizes a deep understanding of audio post-production, creativity, and proficiency with industry-standard DAWs and middleware, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sound Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in DAWs: Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, or Cubase.
• Experience with audio middleware like Wwise or FMOD is desirable.
• Degree or diploma in Audio Engineering, Music Technology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and implement high-quality sound effects, foley, ambience, and musical elements for various projects.
• Collaborate with directors, game developers, and creatives to define the sonic vision.
• Record, edit, mix, and master audio assets to meet project specs and quality standards.
• Utilize advanced audio software/hardware and middleware integration as applicable.
• Develop and maintain a library of sound assets and provide mentorship to juniors.
• Stay updated on trends and technologies in sound design.

Skills

Sound design portfolio

Team collaboration

Creative ear for detail

Communication skills

Education

Audio Engineering or Music Technology degree

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro X

Cubase

Wwise

FMOD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sound Designer in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal to craft the auditory landscape for cutting-edge projects, from interactive narratives to VR experiences. You will define sonic identity, record, edit, mix, and master audio assets, and mentor junior designers in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

The role emphasizes a deep understanding of audio post-production, creativity, and proficiency with industry-standard DAWs and middleware, with opportunities to