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Lead Music Composer & Sound Designer
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly creative and talented Lead Music Composer & Sound Designer to join their fully remote, innovative team. This role is perfect for an artist who can craft immersive audio experiences for a variety of media, including games, films, and interactive installations. You will be responsible for composing original music, designing sound effects, and implementing audio into projects, ensuring a cohesive and impactful sonic landscape. The ideal candidate is a master of various musical genres and audio tools, with a strong portfolio showcasing their diverse capabilities. This is a remote-first position, enabling you to work from anywhere and contribute your unique artistic vision.
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Qualifications:
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the sonic identity of groundbreaking projects, all while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of a fully remote setup. Bring your artistic flair to our client's imaginative world.
Responsibilities:
- Compose original musical scores tailored to project requirements, mood, and narrative.
- Design and create a wide range of sound effects, from Foley to complex atmospheric ambiences.
- Implement and mix audio assets within game engines or digital audio workstations (DAWs).
- Collaborate closely with directors, producers, and other team members to achieve the desired sonic vision.
- Manage audio asset pipelines and ensure consistent quality and performance.
- Conduct research into new audio technologies and techniques to enhance the sound design process.
- Maintain clear communication and provide regular updates on progress.
- Troubleshoot audio-related issues and optimize sound implementation.
- Contribute to the overall artistic direction of audio for projects.
- Manage multiple audio projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Music Composer and Sound Designer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of styles and applications.
- Proficiency in industry-standard DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, Ableton Live) and audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD).
- Deep understanding of music theory, orchestration, and various musical genres.
- Expertise in sound design techniques, synthesis, and audio editing.
- Experience with game development pipelines and engine integration (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is a plus.
- Excellent creative and artistic sensibility, with a keen ear for detail.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Ability to take direction and adapt creative vision as needed.
- Passion for creating compelling audio experiences that enhance user engagement.
- Must be self-motivated and able to thrive in a fully remote work environment.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the sonic identity of groundbreaking projects, all while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of a fully remote setup. Bring your artistic flair to our client's imaginative world.
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Lead Music Composer & Sound Designer
Posted 9 days ago
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Our client, a pioneering digital entertainment studio, is seeking an exceptionally talented and imaginative Lead Music Composer and Sound Designer to spearhead audio creation for our upcoming suite of interactive experiences. This is a fully remote position, offering a unique opportunity to shape the sonic landscape of innovative projects from the comfort of your home studio. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished portfolio demonstrating mastery in composing original music across various genres and creating immersive sound effects that enhance player engagement and storytelling. You will be instrumental in defining the auditory identity of our brand and setting new benchmarks in interactive audio design.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Compose original musical scores that evoke specific emotions, enhance narrative arcs, and complement gameplay mechanics.
- Design, record, and implement high-quality sound effects, ambient soundscapes, and Foley for all interactive elements.
- Collaborate closely with game designers, narrative writers, and developers to ensure audio elements are seamlessly integrated and serve the overall vision of the project.
- Oversee and manage audio asset pipelines, ensuring consistency in quality and adherence to technical specifications.
- Direct and provide feedback to external sound design contractors or junior team members if applicable.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive audio style guide for each project.
- Explore and implement cutting-edge audio technologies and techniques to create groundbreaking interactive sound experiences.
- Manage audio budgets and timelines effectively to ensure project milestones are met.
- Conduct thorough research into genre conventions and player expectations to inform audio direction.
- Participate actively in remote team meetings and provide creative input on various aspects of project development.
- Proven experience as a Lead Composer or Senior Sound Designer in the gaming or interactive media industry, with a strong portfolio showcasing original music and sound design.
- Exceptional proficiency in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Cubase, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, or similar.
- Expertise in sound synthesis, audio editing, mixing, and mastering.
- A deep understanding of music theory, composition techniques, and orchestration across diverse musical styles.
- Familiarity with game audio middleware (e.g., Wwise, FMOD) is a significant advantage.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to articulate creative ideas clearly.
- A keen ear for detail and a passion for creating immersive auditory experiences.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.
- Experience with performance capture for voice acting or orchestral recording is a plus.
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