Sound Designer 1 (GameDev)

TL;DR

Sound Designer 1 (GameDev): Owning post-production audio tasks including dialogue clean-up, sound design, and final mixing for gaming and multimedia projects, with an accent on creating original sound effects and improving audio workflows. Focus on managing multiple audio tasks with minimal supervision and collaborating with the Xbox Studio team.

Location: This is a full-time Hybrid-WA role, defined as a combination of remote and in-office / on-site work within the Greater Seattle Area (King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties). Typically, this person would be required to come on site to our client office 2-3 days a week and as needed for projects.

Salary: $89,000–$99,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment.

What you will do

• Handle post-production audio tasks including importing OMF/AAF files into Pro Tools and preparing sessions.
• Perform dialogue clean-up, transition sound design, sound editing, mixing, and delivery of final audio stems.
• Create and implement high-quality sound effects and audio assets for film, video, games, and multimedia.
• Record foley and field audio to produce or enhance sound assets.
• Contribute to improving audio workflows, best practices, and system enhancements.
• Manage multiple mixing and design tasks simultaneously, tracking progress and communicating updates.

Requirements

• Proficiency with industry-standard tools including Pro Tools, Izotope RX, EQ, and relevant plug-ins.
• Basic knowledge of game audio implementation, including WWISE and FMOD.
• Understanding of electrical systems and wiring related to audio equipment.
• 4-7 years of experience in sound design and mixing for film, video, or post-production, with some interactive/game audio experience.
• Experience operating and maintaining audio gear such as mixing consoles, microphones, and DAWs (Pro Tools, Reaper, Logic Pro, Ableton Live).
• Experience working with Unity or Unreal Engines.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time, exempt, salaried position.
• Hybrid work model with 2-3 days a week in the client office in the Greater Seattle Area.
• Opportunity to support the Xbox Studio team.
• Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment.
• Accommodations for interviewing or pre-employment testing available.