Jobs: Sound Design

Sound Designer
Blue Fang Games in Waltham, MA has an immediate opening for a Sound Designer to work on multiple cutting-edge AAA game titles.  This person will be responsible for creating, implementing, and maintaining audio assets under the direction of the Audio Director and will be responsible for crafting a definitive style across all products.       

Responsibilities:

• Work to assist Audio Director in all game audio aspects from early design phase to final mix.
• Create, edit, mix, and maintain audio assets across all titles.
• Maintain asset documentation and expand in-house library.
• Work with programmers to coordinate new implementation techniques.
• Explore new territory in game audio and take part in research efforts.
• Assist and/or coordinate VO sessions.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years experience creating audio for games/film/tv or been involved in at least 2 AAA product cycles.  We are looking for someone with a fresh outlook that can hit the ground running.
• Strong background in audio engineering with a solid understanding of signal processing, 3D positional audio, and mastering.
• Foley/Field experience desirable.
• Knowledge of at least one current game audio engine (wWise, FMOD, XACT, ISACT, Miles, etc.).
• Mac and PC knowledge a must.
• Experience with Digital Performer, Protools, Peak, and other audio software/hardware.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and XML.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to manage time accordingly.
• Must be self motivating and have an inner passion for doing great work.
• A deep understanding of storytelling via sound design.

Pluses:

• Degree and/or background in computer science.
• Extensive knowledge of various types of music and film.
• Music composition skills. 
• An animal lover!

We favor talent over expertise.  Demonstrated creativity and ambition is what we’re really looking for in a candidate.  Send us your most impressive work!

Demo reel required.

If you do not wish to apply online, please submit a resume and cover letter along with your demo reel (website reel or demo reel on DVD or CD-ROM) via U.S. Mail.

U.S. Mail:
Blue Fang Games
1601 Trapelo Road Suite 105
Waltham, MA 02451
ATTN: Audio Director

Fax: (781) 547-5480

Blue Fang Games LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive benefits package.

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