Senior Sound Designer - Interactive Media

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Modern studio environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA is seeking a Senior Sound Designer to craft immersive audio for interactive experiences. You will conceptualize, design, and implement sound from Foley to music integration within game engines.

The role requires a creative visionary with strong acoustics knowledge, proficiency in DAWs and middleware (Wwise, FMOD), and experience with Unreal Engine or Unity. You will mentor juniors and push the sonic landscape of our client’s titles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in sound design for interactive media or games.
• Proficiency with DAWs (Pro Tools, Reaper, Logic Pro) and audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD).
• Experience with game engine audio systems (Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and audio mixing techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of interactive audio work.
• Ability to mentor junior sound designers and provide technical direction.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design immersive soundscapes and audio assets for interactive projects.
• Record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects, Foley, and voiceovers.
• Implement audio assets using middleware such as Wwise or FMOD, and in game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Collaborate with game designers, programmers, and artists to ensure audio enhances gameplay and narrative.
• Develop and maintain audio pipelines and workflows for efficient asset creation and integration.
• Oversee technical aspects of audio implementation and cross‑platform performance.
• Mentor junior sound designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
• Stay abreast of the latest audio technologies, techniques, and industry best practices.

Skills

Creative thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

Pro Tools

Reaper

Logic Pro

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading developer of interactive entertainment and educational platforms, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Sound Designer to join their dynamic team in **East London, Eastern Cape, ZA**. This role is critical in crafting immersive auditory experiences that enhance player engagement and bring virtual worlds to life. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and implementing all aspects of sound, from Foley and dialogue editing to music integration and real-time audio implementation within game engines. The ideal candidate is a creative visionary with a profound understanding of acoustics, audio technology, and interactive sound design principles, coupled with a passion for pushing the sonic landscape of digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design innovative soundscapes and audio assets for interactive projects, ensuring a high level of immersion and quality.


• Record, edit, and mix high-quality sound effects, ambient environments, Foley, and voiceovers.


• Implement audio assets using middleware such as Wwise or FMOD, and directly within game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.


• Collaborate closely with game designers, programmers, and artists to ensure audio complements gameplay and narrative elements.


• Develop and maintain audio pipelines and workflows for efficient asset creation and integration.


• Oversee the technical aspects of audio implementation, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility across platforms.


• Mentor junior sound designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.


• Stay abreast of the latest audio technologies, techniques, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in sound design, with a significant focus on interactive media or video games.


• Proven ability to create compelling and realistic sound effects, atmospheres, and Foley.


• Proficiency with industry-standard DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Reaper, Logic Pro) and audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD).


• Experience with game engine audio systems (Unreal Engine, Unity).


• Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and audio mixing techniques.


• Excellent creative and technical problem-solving skills.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.


• A portfolio showcasing a range of interactive audio work.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development. You'll be working in a modern studio environment in **East London, Eastern Cape, ZA**, with access to cutting-edge audio technology. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape the sonic identity of groundbreaking interactive experiences and contribute to a globally recognized entertainment brand.