Audio Director (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Audio Director (Gamedev): Establishing the creative and technical audio standards for interactive projects with an accent on signature SFX, dialogue, and in-engine implementation. Focus on defining scalable audio pipelines, implementing sound in Unreal Engine, and managing end-to-end audio vision from pre-production to shipment.

Location: Remote (Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.)

Company

hirify.global is an artist-led independent studio shaping the future of film, television, and immersive storytelling.

What you will do

• Lead the end-to-end audio vision for interactive projects from pre-production to launch.
• Collaborate with game directors and narrative designers to align audio with gameplay and story.
• Define core tools, workflows, and technical standards for scalable audio production.
• Manage in-engine audio implementation in close partnership with engineers.
• Oversee external audio studios, freelancers, budgets, and schedules.
• Establish quality bars for mixing, spatial audio, and platform-specific requirements.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of professional audio design experience with a portfolio of shipped projects.
• Deep proficiency with audio middleware (Wwise, FMOD, MetaSounds) and DAWs (Pro Tools, Reaper).
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine and real-time system integration.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work at an artist-led studio with a legacy of high-budget global successes.
• Collaborative environment focused on expanding the boundaries of immersive storytelling.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to shape the future of interconnected worlds spanning multiple media.