Senior Sound Designer

Summary

Join Cloud Chamber, a collaborative game studio, as a Senior Sound Designer to contribute to the development of the next BioShock game. You will be responsible for creating world-class sound design, implementing audio systems, and mentoring junior designers. This is a fully remote role based anywhere in the United States. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of AAA sound design experience, proficiency in Wwise and UE5, and a strong portfolio. Cloud Chamber offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and more.

Requirements

• 5 years experience in AAA sound design
• At least one AAA/major title shipped in a Sound Design role
• Solid organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency with Wwise
• Strong proficiency with audio scripting
• Strong understanding of theoretical and practical audio engineering principles & techniques
• Experience working in various surround formats
• Advanced knowledge of DAWs such as Pro Tools and Reaper, as well as sample editors and plug-ins
• Experience leading and supporting a team of audio designers to deliver high quality in an efficient manner
• A passion for making and playing games
• A portfolio of work that demonstrates these qualities
• Proficiency in French
• Proficiency in English

Responsibilities

• Concept, create, and integrate world-class interactive and linear sound design in Wwise and UE5
• Design and script audio control logic
• Work with the Audio Director to help refine and execute the details of the project audio direction
• Mix and master audio assets and systems
• Provide input on the design and features of audio systems
• Oversee field recording sessions
• Mentor junior audio designers and share knowledge with the rest of the audio team
• Work closely with other disciplines to improve workflows, optimize asset pipelines, and achieve the vision for the game
• Take ownership of key elements of audio for the project and oversee the work of other audio team members contributing to those areas

Preferred Qualifications

• High proficiency with UE5
• Music editing
• FPS / Action game experience
• Interactive music implementation
• Foley editing
• Field recording
• In-depth understanding of UE5 blueprints
• Experience with distributed development

Benefits

• 401(K) plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 14 paid holidays per calendar year
• Minimum of 15 days of vacation leave per year (subject to proration based on start date during the calendar year)
• 10 sick days per calendar year
• Bonus and/or equity awards
• Fully remote role based anywhere in the United States