Senior Sound Designer & Audio Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

Career growth

State-of-the-art facility

Work-life balance

Industry conferences

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Senior Sound Designer & Audio Engineer to conceive, design, and implement immersive audio for interactive media. You will craft high-quality sound effects, ambiences, and Foley while shaping the overall audio direction of projects.

You will collaborate with game designers, composers, and directors to integrate music and sound into immersive experiences. A strong DAW and middleware workflow, plus game engine expertise, are essential for delivering

Qualifikationen

• Strong portfolio of interactive audio work.
• Proven experience with DAWs and middleware.
• Experience with game engines' audio systems.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Aufgaben

• Design, record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects, ambiences, Foley, and other audio assets for interactive media.
• Implement audio assets into game engines or other interactive platforms using audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD).
• Develop and maintain the overall audio direction and aesthetic for projects.
• Collaborate with composers to integrate music into the interactive experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical audio issues within the production pipeline.
• Ensure audio assets meet technical specifications and performance requirements.
• Stay current with advancements in sound design techniques and interactive audio implementation.
• Manage and organize audio assets and related documentation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior audio team members.

Kenntnisse

Pro Tools

Cubase

Reaper

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering or related field

Tools

Audio editing software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is a leading interactive media company renowned for crafting immersive audio experiences that elevate games and digital content. We are seeking a highly creative and technically adept Senior Sound Designer & Audio Engineer to join our dynamic team in Mahikeng, North West. This vital role is responsible for the conceptualization, design, and implementation of all audio elements, ensuring a rich, impactful, and cohesive soundscape for our projects. You will leverage your expertise in sound creation, editing, mixing, and audio implementation to bring virtual worlds to life through sound. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of audio principles, exceptional technical proficiency with industry-standard Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and audio middleware, and a passion for innovative sound design. You will collaborate closely with game designers, composers, and directors to achieve our sonic vision and create unforgettable auditory experiences. We foster a collaborative and inspiring work environment where creativity and technical excellence are highly valued. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute your unique talents to projects that captivate audiences globally and to advance your career within a company recognized for its commitment to audio quality and innovation. Your sonic contributions will be central to the player's immersion and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects, ambiences, Foley, and other audio assets for interactive media.
• Implement audio assets into game engines or other interactive platforms using audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD).
• Develop and maintain the overall audio direction and aesthetic for projects.
• Collaborate with composers to integrate music seamlessly into the interactive experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical audio issues within the production pipeline.
• Ensure audio assets meet technical specifications and performance requirements.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in sound design techniques, audio technology, and interactive audio implementation.
• Manage and organize audio assets and related documentation.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior audio team members.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sound Designer or Audio Engineer in the game industry or related field, with a strong portfolio of interactive audio work.
• Expert proficiency with industry-standard DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Cubase, Reaper) and audio editing software.
• Hands-on experience with audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD.
• Strong understanding of audio engineering principles, acoustics, and mixing techniques.
• Experience with sound recording techniques and equipment.
• Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) and their audio systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work effectively in a team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Sound Design, Music Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• You will work in a state-of-the-art facility with access to cutting-edge audio equipment and software.
• Enjoy a collaborative and inspiring work culture that values creativity and technical innovation.
• We offer excellent work-life balance initiatives and opportunities to attend industry conferences and workshops.
• This role provides the chance to shape the sonic identity of exciting projects and advance your career in the dynamic field of interactive audio.