Senior Sound Designer

india, Uttar Pradesh, Kanpur

Full–time

Posted on: 8 days ago

Our client, a renowned studio at the forefront of interactive entertainment and digital media, is seeking a highly creative and technically proficient Senior Sound Designer. This role is pivotal in crafting immersive auditory experiences for cutting-edge projects. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of audio engineering, sound synthesis, and audio middleware integration. This role offers a hybrid work model, requiring presence in our **Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IN** studio for critical team collaboration and client-facing sessions, while providing flexibility for remote work on specific tasks. You will be responsible for the end-to-end creation of sound effects, ambient soundscapes, and Foley, ensuring audio quality and artistic vision are met.

Responsibilities:
Design, record, edit, and implement high-quality sound effects, ambient audio, and Foley for interactive media. Collaborate closely with game designers, narrative teams, and other audio engineers to define and implement the audio vision for projects. Utilize professional audio software (e.g., Pro Tools, Reaper, Wwise, FMOD) to create and mix immersive soundscapes. Develop dynamic audio systems that respond to in-game events and player actions. Create and manage audio assets, ensuring consistency and adherence to technical specifications. Troubleshoot and optimize audio performance to ensure seamless integration and playback. Mentor and guide junior sound designers, providing constructive feedback and technical support. Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in audio technology and sound design techniques. Contribute to the conceptualization and execution of audio pipelines and workflows. Conduct field recordings and source sound acquisition as needed. Manage audio budgets and timelines for assigned projects. Perform audio mastering and final mixing for various deliverables. Champion the importance of audio in the overall user experience. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Sound Design, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience. 7+ years of professional experience in sound design for video games, film, or interactive media. Proficiency with industry-standard DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) and audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD). Strong understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and audio mixing techniques. Experience with synthesis tools and sound design software. Excellent creative and technical audio skills. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, balancing remote and in-studio responsibilities. Portfolio showcasing a range of high-quality sound design work. Experience with music composition or scoring is a plus. Knowledge of game development engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity). This is a unique opportunity for a talented sound professional to contribute to groundbreaking projects in **Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IN**.