Audio Director (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Audio Director (Gamedev): Shaping the sonic identity of AAA game projects with an accent on cinematic storytelling and technical implementation. Focus on leading external audio teams, driving audio strategy in Wwise and Unreal Engine, and integrating high-quality sound assets across project milestones.

Location: Guildford, UK (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a BAFTA-winning studio known for creating cinematic AAA storytelling titles such as Until Dawn and The Quarry.

What you will do

• Define and drive the audio vision and strategy aligned with the studio's wider creative goals.
• Build a cohesive sonic identity across gameplay and cinematic sequences.
• Oversee audio implementation using Wwise and Unreal Engine.
• Manage end-to-end creation of SFX, dialogue, Foley, ambience, and music.
• Lead, brief, and mentor external audio partners and teams to maintain a high quality bar.
• Refine audio pipelines, workflows, and project documentation.

Requirements

• Proven track record of owning audio direction across a full project lifecycle.
• Expert-level proficiency in Wwise and strong literacy in Unreal Engine (Sequencer, Blueprints).
• Advanced sound design and editing skills for original SFX, Foley, and ambience.
• Proficiency in DAWs (Reaper or equivalent) for editing, mixing, and mastering.
• Solid grasp of spatial audio, including Dolby Atmos, ambisonics, and binaural audio.
• Leadership experience and confidence in presenting ideas to senior leadership.

Nice to have

• Experience with music composition or licensing.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as C# or Lua for audio implementation.
• Experience working with MetaSounds.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, including a studio-wide end-of-year break.
• Comprehensive health support via Private Medical Insurance (BUPA) and Medicash (dental/optician).
• Financial security with Life Assurance (6x annual salary) and a Pension Scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Income Protection.
• Enhanced family leave policies for maternity and paternity pay.