20 great new audio jobs at Apple Music, Maxis, Santa Monica Studio, Wargaming Serbia, Big Bad Wolf, Riot Games LA + Shanghai, 2K, Wargaming, Bleat, Unedited, Aposto, EA, Spinomenal, FOX Careers, Bang Zoom!, Playground, and Sharkmob

By December 1, 2023Audio Jobs
Audio Jobs for game audio and film sound
Job Subscription

Get exciting new audio job opportunities delivered straight to your inbox

Sending

We came across interesting new jobs at Wargaming Serbia, Apple Music, Big Bad Wolf, and Riot Games LA:

  • Wargaming Serbia is hiring a Sound Designer to help build the future of World of Warships (Serbia)
  • Apple Music is looking for a Music Editor who lives and breathes African artists, genres and music to join their Apple Music Africa team (South Africa)
  • Big Bad Wolf is seeking a Music Manager with a proven track record in both booking and logistics management (DH, India)
  • Riot Games LA is searching for a Senior Voiceover Producer to collaborate across a multitude of VO endeavors at Riot (CA, US)

To learn more about these featured jobs, scroll down to see their full descriptions 👇

We also found a number of additional audio jobs for you – here are the direct links:

Bonus: The Audio Jobs Facebook and LinkedIn groups also have opportunities for:

And these jobs were just reposted:

Having trouble viewing the jobs on LinkedIn? Be sure to join the LinkedIn Audio Jobs group here first.

Happy job hunting! Best wishes from Asbjoern and Adriane.



Highlight – sound stories this week:








Sound Designer
Company: Wargaming Serbia
Location: Belgrade, Serbia
Job description

The World of Warships team in Belgrade is looking for a creative Sound Designer, out of the box thinker who is able to bring fresh ideas and a unique perspective to the table. As a member of the World of Warships team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and passionate group of professionals and make a meaningful impact on the direction and success of the game.

World of Warships game is a free-to-play naval action MMO that puts players in command of some of the most iconic ships in history. From agile destroyers to mighty battleships, players can choose from a variety of classes and nations as they battle it out on the high seas.

Apply and join us in building the future of World of Warships!

Reports to

Sound Design Team Lead

What will you do?
  • Mixing and mastering of material;
  • Participation in all aspects of sound design and post-production;
  • Recording, editing, and creating/designing unique audio content for video and cinematics, including foley, voice-over, and ambient sound;
  • Recording voice actors;
  • Editing, restoration, and processing of dialogues;
  • Work on set.
What are we looking for?
  • Portfolio/Demoreel;
  • Experience in creating sound for movies, advertising, etc;
  • Mixing and mastering skills;
  • Knowledge of DAW (Reaper, Pro Tools);
  • Knowledge of iZotope RX/Acon Acoustica software;
  • Knowledge of audio signal processing, mixing, compression, filters, reverb, etc.;
  • Organization and ability to keep documentation;
  • Advanced English.
What additional skills will help you stand out?
  • Experience in the gaming industry.
Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

  • Additional Vacation days on top of the statutory minimum dependent on years of service with Wargaming Group
  • Up to 8 “Trust days” per calendar year that require no medical certificate
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English clubs and platform for learning languages
  • Premium Private Health Care
  • Commuting allowance
  • Gym trainings / Wellness program
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • Company events
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program – you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Music Editor
Company: Apple Music
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Job description

At Apple Music we’re profoundly passionate about music! It’s a force that’s driven and inspired us from day one. So we’ve set out to make it better. To bring you more music than ever with access to millions of songs. To give you personal recommendations from people who know and love music. To deepen the connection between artists and fans. To reinvent radio with expertly crafted on-demand radio stations. That is Apple Music. And it’s just the beginning. A team of editorial experts that help subscribers to discover new content they love by making handpicked recommendations, and featuring what’s new and noteworthy in the wonderful world of music.

At the heart of Apple Music is human curation. Our editors browse through the new and the undiscovered, and present it in the most engaging way. Our goal is to share the best content with the world. Every song our editorial experts suggest is the result of the countless hours spent listening for just the right sound and discovering the connections between artists, songs, and subscribers. We believe the role would place you in a highly-energised environment with some of the most versatile creative individuals in the music industry where you would be inspired to share your years of experience along with providing extraordinary support for the team.

We are seeking a dedicated, dynamic and experienced teammate who lives and breathes African artists, genres and music to join our Apple Music Africa team based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Key Qualifications
  • Experience in a music subscription service (DSP), music industry (label, publisher, manager, live), Radio, TV, media/marketing agency or commercial digital music/media platform, with an emphasis on content management systems.
  • You are deep in music culture with a passion for discovering new African artists and music across all genres.
  • A deep understanding of music editorial and how to consistently engage Apple Music’s subscribers on the continent by being culturally relevant every day.
  • Outstanding understanding of the African music industry dynamics, including independent and major labels on the continent as well as competitor digital music services.
  • Strategic understanding of key trends impacting the music industry on the African continent, plus an understanding of an artist’s different stages of development.
  • Uncompromising ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical skills and comfort with data reporting platforms.
  • Collaborative partner; ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment.
  • Additional African language skills are a plus.
Description

As a member of the Apple Music Africa Editorial team, you will be responsible for programming our Apple Music service, curating our African playlist ecosystem and conceptualising compelling editorial campaigns for markets including South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and more. We are looking for someone who lives and breathes music and knows the (A)frobeats to (Z)ouglou of African Music. We’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable and passionate about artists and music from across the African continent with a solid understanding of what is happening across the continent from Lagos and Accra to Nairobi and Johannesburg.

This is a very exciting position in the fastest growing region in the world. You’re a strong collaborator and advocate for all Apple Music teams across the vast Apple eco-system, with a major emphasis on delivering on editorial and business priorities. You’ll work closely with Editorial, Artist Relations, Apple Music Radio, PR, Design, International and more to deliver optimised plans on priority projects. This role works cross-functionally to facilitate partner, business and operational needs with the goal of identifying and inherently driving engagement and growth opportunity, while positioning Apple Music as the best-in-class strategic partner and service. Our team is always-on, working to deliver unique content & authentic editorial campaigns to our subscribers on the continent.

  • Curate and programme our service to ensure that we present music to our subscribers that is fresh, impactful, meaningful, culturally relevant, highly compelling and engaging.
  • Ensuring that Apple Music has the best possible African Music offering that will appeal to our existing and new subscribers.
  • Delivering a pixel perfect editorial experience daily and enabling the discovery of African music by creating compelling and culturally relevantly playlists, collections and editorial campaigns.
  • Identifying the next generation of African superstars ahead of the curve & competitors. Working on our data reporting platforms to identify trends and breaking artists & tracks.
  • Identify, understand and communicate the African music market trends, music industry developments, needs and opportunities for Apple Music to our regional and international teams.
  • Work closely with a team of expert local and international Music Editors on getting African artists music out to our global subscriber base.
  • Liaising with all elements of Apple Music to identify, develop and complete key editorial and content opportunities.
  • Developing a strategic approach to key artist release plans, working with the Music Business Partnerships team, incorporating all elements of the Apple Music platform and Apple eco-system.
  • Identifying long-term artist priorities in parallel with Apple Music Business Partnerships team, creating unique moments and plans for these artists on an ongoing basis.
  • Devising and creating editorial plans to drive & increase engagement with our subscribers.

Apple’s most important resource, our soul, is our people. Apple benefits help further the well-being of our employees and their families in meaningful ways. No matter where you work at Apple, you can take advantage of our health and wellness resources and time-away programs.

We’re proud to provide stock grants to employees at all levels of the company, and we also give employees the option to buy Apple stock at a discount — both offer everyone at Apple the chance to share in the company’s success.

You’ll discover many more benefits of working at Apple, such as programs that match your charitable contributions, reimburse you for continuing your education and give you special employee pricing on Apple products. 

Apple benefits programs vary by country and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Music Manager
Company: Big Bad Wolf
Location: Delhi, India
Job description Responsibilities:
  • Secure and negotiate performance opportunities for the artist, including concerts, festivals, and special events.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with venues, promoters, and industry professionals.
  • Negotiate contracts, ensuring favorable terms for the artist in terms of performance fees, rights and logistics.
  • Collaborate with the artist, management, and other stakeholders to align booking strategies with the artist's career goals.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, market demands, and potential performance opportunities.
  • Coordinate all logistical arrangements for the artist and accompanying team, including hospitality, flights, accommodations, and ground transportation for all private / public live events, shoots and rehearsals.
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience as a Manager / Booking Agent in the music industry.
  • Strong negotiation skills and an understanding of contractual agreements.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Experience in logistics management for live performances and tours.
  • Experience in stage setups and tech requirements will be an advantage.
  • Familiarity with the specific needs and challenges of singer/songwriter/band performances.
Additional Requirements:
  • Flexibility to travel and work irregular hours as per the demands of the artist's schedule.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
  • Passion for music and a deep understanding of the industry landscape.
  • Has to be based in New Delhi

If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for music, exceptional organizational skills, and a proven track record in both booking and logistics management, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading singer/songwriter's career.

Senior Voiceover Producer
Company: Riot Games LA
Location: Los Angeles, CA, US
Job description

As a Sr. VO Producer, you’ll report to the Sr. Manager, VO Production for Central Creative and be responsible for the execution and growth of our current VO Production service offerings to meet the growing demand across your assigned Games and Publishing content. You’ll collaborate across a multitude of VO endeavors at Riot, supporting the facilitation, prioritization and execution of services as well as identifying additional areas for support as we continue to grow.

This role will also be responsible for working with assigned products and Sr. Manager to help build out operational pipelines (process, tools, budget, delivery) and coordinating relevant work efforts between the Voices team and our internal customers either by directly executing or coordinating with parties responsible for execution (External Vendors, Contractors, etc.). You will collaborate closely with your products and marketing teams on projects, ensuring our Voices and Central Creative team vision is upheld and executed to the highest standard.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist Sr. Manager in defining, implementing and executing Riot’s strategy for VO services that supports and aligns with Creative Services holistic vision & strategy
  • Collaborate with Voices team members and internal game/marketing customers to help define the quality bar for VO for the projects to which you are assigned
  • Collaborate with other leaders, products, and audio members to develop, define and execute processes, budget tracking, tools & pipelines for efficient VO production workflow, including localization
  • Collaborate with product teams to align on vision for characterization and desired performance qualifications (including attending sessions to ensure quality)
  • Vet and establish high quality outsourcing partners and contract resources for projects when needed, and ensure they are prepared for success in session
  • Set up and drive alignment for ongoing work-in-progress reviews, VO-focused reviews, feedback sessions and more
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years as a team lead in a VO role (or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience) in games
  • Development experience in, and deep passion for voice over, and voice in games in particular
  • Bachelor’s Degree (or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience) in a related field
  • Expert level of communication and collaboration with both internal and external partners, including outsourcing vendors
  • Experience working with external clients and vendors
  • Experience owning and managing budgets
  • Highly transparent communicator with a strong trust-building mindset
Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working at a Games Studio.
  • Experience directing VO talent
  • Experience working with Game Developers, Marketing Teams, R&D and Audio Crafts
  • Experience with multiple genres of games

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise, a collaborative spirit, and decision-making that prioritizes the delight of players. We will be looking at your past studies, experience, and your personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about the experiences of players, this could be the role for you!

Our Perks:

Riot has a focus on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy, in addition to other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.

(Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $126,700.00 – $176,200.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.

Want to showcase your audio skills — and be discovered by those who need them? Join 100s of other audio professionals and get a free profile on Soundlister — right here!

Edit