Senior Sound Designer & Audio Engineer - Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Annual performance bonus

Paid vacation

Cutting-edge audio technology

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Sound Designer and Audio Engineer to shape the sonic identity of our productions across film, animation and interactive media. You will craft immersive soundscapes, direct voice sessions and deliver pristine audio mixes.

The role blends technical mastery with creative artistry, requiring expertise in post-production, sound synthesis, field recording and advanced mixing to bring stories to life through sound.

Formación

• Extensive experience in sound design and audio engineering for film, television, or games.
• Proficiency with DAWs and strong editorial, mixing, and mastering skills.
• Understanding of acoustics, mic techniques and signal flow.
• Ability to direct voice-over sessions and manage audio post-production.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the sound design process from concept to final delivery across projects.
• Record, edit, and mix dialogue, sound effects and music to create cohesive audio.
• Design unique soundscapes and ambiences to enhance narrative mood.
• Direct voice-over recording sessions ensuring strong performances.
• Conduct field recordings for project-specific sounds.
• Operate and maintain state-of-the-art audio equipment and workflows.
• Collaborate with directors, editors and composers to realize the sonic vision.
• Manage post-production schedules and budgets; stay updated on industry tech.

Conocimientos

Sound design

Audio engineering

Post-production

Field recording

Mixing

Communication

Educación

Degree in Sound Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Sound Designer and Audio Engineer to shape the sonic identity of our productions across film, animation and interactive media. You will craft immersive soundscapes, direct voice sessions and deliver pristine audio mixes.

The role blends technical mastery with creative artistry, requiring expertise in post-production, sound synthesis, field recording and advanced mixing to bring stories to life through sound.