Senior Sound Designer - Immersive Audio Experiences

Placements24; Centurion; Sur place; ZAR 500 000 - 1 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private health insurance

Retirement annuity

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Sound Designer for our Centurion, Gauteng, ZA studio to craft immersive audio for interactive experiences. You will drive end-to-end sound design from concept to final mix, collaborating with designers, artists, and engineers within a fast-paced game development environment.

You should bring at least five years of professional experience, a strong portfolio, and hands-on expertise with DAWs and middleware.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional sound design in games or interactive media.
• Strong portfolio of game/VR audio work.
• Proficiency with DAWs: Pro Tools, Reaper, or Logic Pro.
• Experience with audio middleware: Wwise or FMOD; knowledge of game engines Unreal/Unity.

Responsabilités

• Design, record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects and ambient audio for interactive experiences.
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to integrate audio into the game engine.
• Develop innovative audio systems and implement them using middleware like Wwise or FMOD.
• Create dynamic, responsive audio that adapts to gameplay events and actions.
• Lead sound design sessions and mentor junior sound designers.
• Manage audio asset libraries and ensure efficient workflow for sound implementation.
• Oversee audio post-production for technical and artistic quality.
• Conduct field or studio recordings as needed.
• Develop and maintain the overall sonic identity and project aesthetics.
• Champion best practices in game audio design and implementation.
• Troubleshoot audio-related issues during development.
• Contribute to narrative and emotional impact of the game through sound.

Connaissances

5+ years experience

Game audio

Communication

Team leadership

Outils

Pro Tools

Reaper

Logic Pro

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in interactive entertainment and virtual reality, is seeking an exceptionally talented Senior Sound Designer to craft breathtaking audio landscapes. This role is based in the heart of **Centurion, Gauteng, ZA**, and will involve working closely with game development teams to create immersive soundscapes that elevate the player experience. You will be responsible for the end-to-end sound design process, from conceptualization and recording to implementation and final mixing. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of delivering high-quality audio for complex projects and a passion for pushing the boundaries of sonic storytelling in interactive media. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within a collaborative and inspiring environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects and ambient audio for interactive experiences.
• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to integrate audio seamlessly into the game engine.
• Develop innovative audio systems and implement them using middleware solutions (e.g., Wwise, FMOD).
• Create dynamic and responsive audio that adapts to gameplay events and player actions.
• Lead sound design sessions and provide mentorship to junior sound designers.
• Manage audio asset libraries and ensure efficient workflow for sound implementation.
• Oversee the audio post-production process, ensuring technical and artistic quality.
• Conduct field recordings and studio sessions as needed to capture specific sounds.
• Develop and maintain the overall sonic identity and aesthetic for projects.
• Champion best practices in game audio design and implementation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve audio-related technical issues during development.
• Contribute to the overall narrative and emotional impact of the game through sound.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in sound design, with a significant focus on video games or interactive media.
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing exceptional sound design skills for games or VR/AR experiences.
• Expertise in digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Reaper, or Logic Pro.
• Proficiency with audio middleware like Wwise or FMOD.
• Strong understanding of audio engineering principles, mixing techniques, and acoustics.
• Experience with game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in leading audio teams or mentoring junior staff is a significant advantage.
• A keen ear for detail and a passion for creating immersive audio experiences.
• Knowledge of Foley recording and execution.
• Familiarity with real-time audio synthesis techniques.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary of Rand per annum, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes private health insurance, a retirement annuity, and paid time off. You will have access to state-of-the-art recording facilities and cutting-edge audio technology. The company fosters a culture of creativity and continuous learning, offering regular workshops and opportunities for skill development. This role is based at our **Centurion, Gauteng, ZA** studio, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.