Senior Audio Designer - West Midlands, United Kingdom - Datascope Recruitment

Datascope Recruitment

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West Midlands, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job details:

Audio
Games

Midlands

Date posted:

31st July 2023

Job reference:

52621

Contact:

Natalie

Join an established, market-leading independent developer and publisher of video games for PC and consoles.

We are seeking a Senior Audio Designer to take ownership and work closely with the Audio Lead, helping to realize and execute a cohesive audio vision for our projects.

Requirements:

Extensive experience in game audio or a relevant adjacent field.

Shipped a project of a similar size to those released by our studio, preferably two.

Proficiency in working with middleware, specifically Wwise.

Knowledge and experience in field recording.

Ability to mentor and guide junior sound designers.

Demonstrated collaboration with adjacent disciplines to achieve the audio vision.

Responsibilities:

Work closely with the project lead and Audio Lead to shape the audio vision.

Take ownership of larger areas of the game's audio and set goals for successful execution.

Deliver high-quality audio assets on time and as specified by the audio producer and project lead.

Collaborate effectively with adjacent departments to optimize and facilitate deliverables.

What You Can Bring to the Project:
A flair for sound design, storytelling through sound, and attention to detail.

Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues across disciplines.

A vision holder who understands and contributes to the project's creative direction.

Effective planning skills to translate vision into actionable plans.

Self-motivation and the ability to take initiative and advance skills independently.

Realistic approach to development, prioritizing work and adhering to schedules.

A positive and considerate personality, fostering a kind and friendly work environment.

Benefits:

Be part of a thriving independent studio that values audio highly as a key component of our games' experience.

Join a large audio department focused on pushing the boundaries of game audio and creating immersive experiences.

Access to well-equipped studio facilities, including custom 7.1 mixing rooms and recording rooms.

Direct exposure to people across other disciplines, enabling your ideas and work to make a difference.

A culture of sharing and constructive feedback, supporting your growth and development.

Realistic deadlines and properly staffed projects to avoid excessive overtime.

Encouragement of experimentation, original ideas, and continuous improvement.