Sound Designer - Multimedia Projects

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Retirement plan

Professional equipment

Project variety

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Sound Designer in East London to create, record, edit, and mix immersive audio for games, films, ads, and interactive installations. You will collaborate with directors and developers to craft soundscapes that enhance visuals and user experience.

The role requires proficiency with DAWs (Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live) and a strong grasp of acoustics, signal processing, and post production. A supportive, creative team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showing multimedia audio production.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing and mixing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, record, and manipulate sound effects, Foley, and ambience.
• Edit and mix dialogue, music, and sound effects to a balanced final mix.
• Design audio for interactive media with dynamic sound experiences.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to align audio with vision.
• Manage audio assets and maintain sound libraries.
• Stay updated on audio technology and industry trends.

Skills

Sound design

Audio post-production

Field recording

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro X

Ableton Live

Cubase

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Sound Designer to enhance their multimedia projects in East London. You will be responsible for creating, recording, editing, and mixing sound effects, dialogue, and music to produce immersive audio experiences for games, films, advertisements, and interactive installations. This role requires a deep understanding of audio engineering principles, a creative ear for soundscapes, and proficiency with professional audio software. You will collaborate closely with content creators, directors, and developers to ensure the audio elements perfectly complement the visual narrative and enhance the overall user experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, record, and manipulate sound effects, Foley, and ambience to build compelling audio environments.
• Edit and mix dialogue, music, and sound effects to achieve a polished and balanced final audio mix.
• Design and implement audio for interactive media, ensuring dynamic and responsive sound experiences.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to understand audio requirements and creative vision.
• Manage audio assets, maintain sound libraries, and ensure high-quality audio deliverables.
• Stay current with advancements in audio technology, software, and industry trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sound Designer with a portfolio demonstrating expertise in multimedia audio production.
• Proficiency in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live, or Cubase.
• Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and audio mixing techniques.
• Experience with field recording, microphone techniques, and sound editing software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail in audio post-production.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively within a team in East London.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Access to professional audio equipment and software.
• Opportunities to work on a diverse range of exciting multimedia projects.
• A supportive and creative work environment that values artistic contribution.