Dialogue Designer (Game Audio)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada; hybrid work in the Toronto studio. Permanent remote work is not available.

Salary: CAD 103,720–137,080 annual base pay, plus potential discretionary incentive compensation.

Company

hirify.global is a video game studio known for developing AAA titles, including games in the Call of Duty franchise, and is part of Activision and Microsoft.

What you will do

• Edit, design, and process dialogue assets for all aspects of the game.
• Design both interactive and linear dialogue experiences.
• Implement dialogue assets using proprietary tools.
• Apply standardized dialogue workflows and systems.
• Collaborate with Dialogue, Narrative, and Audio teams to align goals and maintain strong communication.
• Support teamwork and collaboration across departments.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in game audio development.
• At least five years of individual-contributor experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and a college degree.
• Experience shipping at least one major title.
• Knowledge of linear and interactive dialogue systems and dialogue editing and processing techniques.
• Understanding of audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
• Experience with at least one major digital audio workstation and middleware such as Wwise or FMOD.

Nice to have

• FPS or multiplayer game experience.
• Audio scripting experience.
• Continuing education certificate, professional degree, or advanced degree in programming, audio engineering, or a related field.
• College degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with teams across studios in the United States and Australia.
• Hybrid flexibility combining studio and remote workdays.
• Extended health coverage including medical, dental, and vision care.
• Additional benefits may include supplemental life and critical illness coverage and legal services.
• Relocation assistance may be available if the company requires a geographic move for the role.