Our team is our top priority, and we are looking for both established professionals and talented beginners who share our values and want to be a part of the future leader of the industry.

We have initially created a company structure that allows for remote work conditions. We are ready to work with people living anywhere in the world.

• Create sound effects using custom recordings and library material to generate original audio.
• Design, create, edit, convert, implement and manage large volumes of audio content
• Responsibility for several audio sub disciplines (e.g. Environmental audio, physics audio etc.) Creative autonomy around these areas shall be given to candidate
• Responsibility for audio output of studio, acting as an audio resource for all media that need sound work
• Audio play-testing (on target platforms) and audio quality assurance. Identifying, prioritizing, reporting and resolving audio bugs/issues

• At least 2 years of games industry experience – Technical expertise using Wwise.
• Creativity and inventive with the use source material
• Good communication and problem solving skills – Meeting production deadlines and schedules.
• Working effectively and using experience and knowledge to improve interactions between audio and other disciplines
• Code implementation skills

• Unlimited number of paid sick days
• Unlimited paid time off for vacation
• We either provide or compensate for health insurance expenses
• Company wide revenue share program ( portion of the game’s gross revenue is split among team members based on level of their contribution )

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked 30th in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, the top University in the UK for Student Experience and for Teaching Quality in the Times and Sunday Times Complete University Guide 2024 and University of the Year for Social Inclusion in the Daily Mail University Guide 2024. 

The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success. 

The London College of Music (LCM), part of the University of West London, is a vibrant and prestigious institution with a rich history of excellence in music education.

LCM is renowned for its innovative approach to teaching, world-class facilities, and strong industry connections. Join a dynamic team dedicated to nurturing the next generation of musical talent in a supportive and inspiring environment. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of music, this is the perfect opportunity to make a real impact in an exciting, forward-thinking community.

The Townshend Studio, at the University of West London, is a vibrant creative space dedicated to learning, collaboration, experimentation, and play. Inspired by the musical and artistic legacy of Ealing, the studio promotes and encourages creative practice for all. It houses a unique collection of rare and vintage synthesisers on loan from Pete Townshend, co-founder of The Who and an alumnus of the Ealing School of Art (now UWL).

The University of West London is thrilled to announce our Artist in Residence Programme at the Townshend Studio! This is your chance to immerse yourself in a creative environment, collaborate with fellow artists, and make your mark in the music world.

This role is a full time, 2 months fixed-term residency within The Townshend Studios. If you are interested in any other residency dates please state within your cover letter which residencies you would like to be considered for.

• Create at least one full track.
• Record and share production process videos. – Conduct two workshops or live performances.
• Regular social media updates.
• Promote the residency programme.
• Provide a thank you message to the donor.

• 1. January – February
• 2. March – April
• 3. May – June
• 4. July – August
• 5. September – October
• 6. November – December

Please state your preferred residency dates in your cover letter.

• £4,200 before tax for the two-month programme.
• A living allowance of £600.

• Exclusive Access: Enjoy full use of the Townshend Studio, complete with a dedicated production room, a laptop, Ableton Live Suite, and a range of vintage and modern instruments.
• Generous Support: Receive a monthly stipend plus help towards travel and living expenses ensuring you can focus entirely on your art.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from technical and creative support from the London College of Music, plus access the University’s support services including the library, careers and health & wellbeing support.

• Emerging Talent: If you’re an up-and-coming artist in electronic or experimental music, we want you! – Active Online Presence: Show us your passion for music through your social media and online music sharing.
• Diverse Voices: We celebrate diversity and encourage artists from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

• Create: Spend at least 35 hours per week in the studio and produce at least one full track.
• Share: Record and share your production process through videos and social media updates. – Engage: Conduct two workshops or live performances to connect with the community.
• Promote: Help spread the word about the residency programme and share your journey.

  Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to develop your skills, expand your network, and create groundbreaking music. Apply now and be part of a vibrant artistic community at the University of West London.

To apply click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill out the application form, please submit a CV and cover letter highlighting your suitability for the position and the programme dates you are interested in.

Sledgehammer Games is a leading developer in the video game industry, best known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise. Since our inception in 2009, the studio has delivered iconic titles like including Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Call of Duty: WWII (2017), and, most recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.

As industry leaders in first-person shooter development, our commitment to excellence is reflected in every detail of our games, from highly polished multiplayer experiences to emotionally engaging single-player campaigns. At Sledgehammer Games, we believe in pushing boundaries, redefining the possibilities of interactive storytelling, and setting new standards for visual and gameplay fidelity. Together, we aim to deliver world-class gaming content that continues to set the bar for quality, innovation, and player engagement.

We are excited to invite a talented and passionate developer to join our growing team as a Expert Sound Designer based in our Guildford, UK studio. In this role, you will work collaboratively with our talented teams across the globe, including our locations in the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment where your skills can make a real impact, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Expert Sound Designer to help create a fresh new AAA aural experience for our next project. You will be involved in virtually every aspect of game audio content development alongside one of the most passionate and experienced audio teams in the industry.

Please Note: This is a hybrid position based in our Guildford Studio, offering flexibility with a combination of in-studio and remote workdays. Permanent remote work is not available for this position.

• Expert in interactive and linear sound effects design.
• In-depth real-time audio-control scripting. – Audio asset implementation.
• Mixing & mastering.
• Field recording.
• Proficiency in authoring 3d/spatial audio formats.
• Collaborate with audio programmers and other sound designers to develop audio systems based on creative vision and gameplay needs.
• Apply studio and departmental best practices of technical audio workflows and systems. – Audio tools & run-time systems design collaboration.

• Demonstrated creative and technical achievements in sound design.
• Fluency in game audio implementation systems.
• Knowledge of immersive audio formats such as Ambisonics. – Experience in game audio scripting or other relevant programming environments.
• Understanding of PS5, XBox Series X, and PC audio functionality, capabilities, and limitations.
• Experience with major digital audio workstations, and power-user of at least one.
• Solid understanding of technical audio theory and audio engineering. – Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Exceptional organization skills.
• College degree preferred.
• Continuing Education Certificate, Professional or advanced degree in audio engineering, music, or similar preferred.

• Game development accomplishments outside of audio.
• Experienced with scripting and/or programming. – Field recording, music composition or mixing experience. – FPS/Multi-player experience a plus.
• Experience with Radiant game development software a plus

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.

Ready to Activate Your Future?

Radical Forge is a Middlesbrough, UK-based developer that has provided co-development services on a range of AAA and indie titles. In 2021, the company created its first original IP, ‘Brightpaw’, which Rogue Games published on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One/Series S/X, Google, and iOS. The studio is currently working on the much-anticipated silly, physics-based, sandbox farming game, ‘Southfield’.

Since its beginnings in 2017, the company has grown to over 60 incredibly talented, collaborative, and creative individuals. We are the sum of our skills, passion, and, most of all, our people. We firmly believe that treating individuals with genuine respect, understanding, and kindness creates a welcoming culture that allows creativity to thrive and for individuals to join together to create games they are genuinely proud of.

• Architect and implement audio systems and features from the ground up in our new engine
• Refine systems throughout the development cycle of the project
• Collaborate with sound designers, artists, designers and other engineers for feature development
• Code to clearly defined performance and memory usage specs

• Familiarity with Wwise audio middleware
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Robust programming skills/experience in C++
• Solid architecture, system design, and analytical skills
• Self-motivated and energetic team player with a strong work ethic and cooperative attitude
• Experience with multi-threaded programming
• Excellent math skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to write clear, maintainable, portable code
• Strong debugging skills
• Experience developing for multiple platforms (Windows, PS4, Xbox One)

This role is fully remote.

The role will initially be a 12 month contract with the potential to extend after this.

Interested in the job but don’t feel you match the criteria? If you feel passionate about this role or joining the Radical Forge team we would still like to hear from you! We value our company culture, and we’re always looking for creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds to join our team!