Have you ever wanted to build something that helps others create and explore? Have you ever wanted to be a part of a team that genuinely wants to help players share their creative ideas, dreams and visions with millions of other players at the same time? Right now, we’re searching for a Senior Sound Designer to join the team doing exactly that! We’re building what we truly believe is the future of creative gaming, giving the players a plethora of design tools to create games, experiences and more. Once creators are happy with what they’re building, they can share it with others, securely, knowing full well their creation is safe and more importantly – theirs.

With ground-breaking technologies available to you as a part of Ringtail, this team is unique. We are extremely excited by what we are building and if what you’ve read so far has you feeling that way too, then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a Senior Sound Designer with experience of the full Audio pipeline, that will help our team to come up with creative and technical solutions for the audio of our new and ambitious project. You will take part in the important decisions related to audio and drive the sound design and audio efforts forward. To tackle the challenges of this unique project, you are both creative and structured in your work. Gaining and sharing knowledge comes easy to you.

• Setting up and improving audio workflows and pipelines
• Mentoring and collaborating with a multi-disciplin team
• Leading the audio project across all areas, including groundwork setup, structure, organization, production and implementation
• Working along-side audio programmers and sound designers to drive and develop features and systems based on creative vision, current as well as future needs
• Supervising the creative and technical execution of the audio work
• Helping defining and realizing the sound design vision and technical execution plan
• Handling communication with external stakeholders and suppliers

• Experience leading a project from pre- to post production
• Knowledge about audio implementation middleware such as FMOD or Wwise
• Experience in leading collaboration with external partners such as library providers, outsourcing partners, etc.
• Good overhead knowledge of the full audio pipeline, including workflow set up, production, implementation and audio branding
• Experience working with game development teams and coordinating work with various departments such as animation, level- & game design, programming, etc.

• Experience shipping a AAA release
• In depth experience and knowledge of audio implementation
• Proficiency with Reaper DAW
• Proficiency in audio tool creation

• Has a passion for learning and sharing knowledge
• Ability to take ownership of responsibilities
• Good interpersonal and team-work skills
• Open to feedback
• Collaborative and consensus-driven approach
• Likes to solve problems and find creative solutions

At Ringtail Interactive, we are consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible for a small but fast-growing development team. We currently have three different departments working on a variety of projects; from a high-quality game platform for creators of all kinds, to a top-secret, cutting edge game development tool that we believe will change the industry forever, and more.

The company is made up of a diverse group of experienced professionals from all around the world united by a passion for games. As we continue to build the core of the team, we will be taking big next steps on defining the future development of our projects, and all of our employees will get the opportunity to have an impact on the products we show to the world.

BULKHEAD is looking for an Audio Programmer to join our team! As an Audio Programmer you will be responsible for creating, extending and maintaining game audio technology built around UE5. Audio Programmers work with many disciplines, and particularly closely with the Audio and the Core- Tech team.

Through regular communication and interaction with other team members, you will gather the requirements for, and own the implementation of, audio features, pipelines and tools that will enable us to create high- quality games. You enjoy exploring new challenges and are comfortable solving difficult problems autonomously where required.

We work effectively in open and collaborative environments and employ a can- do attitude to solve difficult problems as a team. We strive to ensure that our games always provide the best possible player experience, as well as being built with best- in- class tools, pipelines and processes.

This is an in- studio role, and this is non- negotiable; however, we can offer bespoke relocation packages.

Currently, we are unable to offer any visa sponsorship.

• Working with members of the audio team & multiple disciplines to iteratively develop audio features that address and achieve the audio vision
• Working effectively in open and collaborative environments.
• Employing a can- do attitude to solve difficult problems as part of an agile team.
• Breaking down your work into measurable and achievable tasks.
• Writing clear, maintainable and portable code.
• Communicating ideas, intent and constraints to both technical and non- technical team members.

• A passion for audio and games
• Professional experience iteratively implementing audio features from inception to delivery, ideally in Unreal Engine.
• Strong practical knowledge of C++, with relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of 3D maths.
• The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non- technical team members.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to self- organise.
• The people skills to work collaboratively within a team.

• Professional development experience with multiplayer programming.
• Professional Unreal Engine development experience.
• Professional development experience with Wwise, integrated into game engines (ideally Unreal Engine)
• Experience scripting
• Knowledge of sound- design/sound- design pipeline and audio production software.

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!

Atomic Arcade is a brand-new video game development studio located in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area led by industry veterans from AAA game and film studios. We are in the process of staffing up our development team with outstanding talent to build our first multi-platform, AAA game – a bold and contemporary new take on the GI JOE Universe starring the legendary character Snake Eyes! This is an excellent opportunity to not only build an outstanding AAA experience but to also help form the core foundations for the studio and team to build upon. We are proud to be part of Wizards of the Coast which is a division Hasbro.

We are looking for passionate Senior Audio Programmer to join our team. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the audio developers, game programmers, and designers to create groundbreaking audio systems that build an immersive AAA player experience.

• Work with our Audio and content teams to bring the game experience to a AAA level.
• Develop audio tools/features that help push the limits of what's possible in game audio.
• Write clear, performant, maintainable, portable code
• Build audio engineering processes, policies, and standards.
• Profile, analyze, and optimize audio systems on all applicable platforms.
• Author documentation that communicates quality workflows and technical constraints of the audio systems and tools to engineering and content creation team members.

• Experience working with audio as a programmer
• 5+ years experience developing AAA titles
• A degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent command of the C++ programming language
• An understanding of audio terminology and technology.
• Experience with WWISE, FMOD, SCREAM, or similar audio middleware.
• Passion for making and playing games
• Excellent math skills with a demonstrable emphasis on 3D math
• Enthusiastic, positive, team-oriented; must have the ability to interact and collaborate with all departments and teams
• Self-sufficient and self-motivated, can perform duties with little guidance

• Experience with Unreal Engine, preferably UE5.
• Music and/or Sound design experience – composing/arranging, sound design, synthesis, sampling, MIDI sequencing, audio engineering/mixing, digital audio workstations, etc.
• Knowledge of acoustics and music theory
• Experience with audio hardware

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation range for this role. The range listed is just one component of Wizards of the Coast’s total compensation package for employees. Employees may also be eligible for annual and long-term incentives. In addition, Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees. Here’s a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, Generous 401(k) match, Paid Parental Leave, Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Product Discounts, and more.

Compensation Range: $129,200—$215,520 USD

Posted on Nov 10, 2023.

Turn 10 Studios, the creators of the top selling and critically acclaimed Forza racing games’ franchise, has an exciting opportunity to join the Media team as a Media Sound Designer. A Media Sound Designer at Turn 10 will work as part of the creative team responsible for crafting experiences for existing and new titles within the Forza franchise. Working closely with both internal and external teams the Media Sound Designer will be responsible for all aspects of audio post-production for the Turn 10 Media team. The candidate will work closely with internal creative teams and producers to ensure that all audio aspects of media content are produced to the highest standards and delivered on time.

This role involves combining an understanding of visual narrative and edit flow, technical craft, creative problem solving, and execution in a team-centric environment.

• Own and create all aspects of audio post-production, including sound design, mixing, editing, and mastering.
• Collaborate with the visual creative team and producers to ensure that all audio content meets stakeholder objectives and standards.
• Participate in creating compelling trailers, cinematics, and gameplay videos with excellent pacing and dynamics.
• Manage the post-production process from start to finish, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Create and manage the studio’s audio library for media production.
• Assist in creating sound effects and music for campaigns as needed.
• Balance quality with efficiency while managing timely deliveries in a production environment.
• Able to take direction and incorporate feedback.

• Bachelor's Degree or Certificate in Design, Fine Arts, Human Computer Interaction, Visual Communications or related art field
• OR equivalent experience in production process for creating custom video game cinematic trailers with an emphasis on automotive sound design or sound portfolio.

• Examples of cinematic trailer work.
• Examples of editing, mixing, and mastering to demonstrate proper signal flow.
• Demo reel/portfolio & breakdown with relevant examples of your work.

• Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, or Sound Design
• Proficiency with Avid ProTools, Izotope RX, and Ozone.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Automotive enthusiast with a passion for racing games.
• Understanding and knowledge of marketing trends and best practices.

Art IC2 – The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $71,300 – $114,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $98,300 – $127,700 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

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Posted on Nov 10, 2023