Audio Director

5 Months ago • 6-8 Years • Sound Design

Job Summary

Job Description

The Audio Director at Elsewhere Entertainment will oversee all audio aspects of a new IP, ensuring high-quality sound effects, music, and voice-over content. Responsibilities include supervising audio teams, managing external vendors, implementing audio assets, and innovating audio features. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in audio design and production, with proven leadership and mentoring skills. They will work closely with engineers and artists, defining an effective audio style and advocating for technology that enhances the player experience. This role requires a minimum of 6+ years of AAA title experience and 3+ years of leadership in the field.
Must have:
  • 6+ years AAA audio experience
  • 3+ years leadership experience
  • Expertise in sound design, music, VO
  • Game engine & middleware knowledge
  • Team management & mentorship skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with AAA games
  • Industry recognition
  • Indie game development experience
  • Narrative design, art, or programming skills
  • Coding or scripting skills

Job Details

Job Title:

Audio Director

Requisition ID:

R024314

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for an Audio Director to join the development of a new IP.  
   

You will improve, develop, and innovate rendering techniques for AAA titles.  You will work closely with engineers and artists to bring excitement to life on the screen.     

 

The ideal candidate will have expertise in audio design and production, with proficiency in sound design, music production, and voice production. Additionally, they should be skilled at managing, developing, and mentoring audio staff. 
  

As a leader on the project, you’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.   

You’ll help us by… 

  • Oversee the design and implementation of all audio for the project. 

  • Supervise and maintain the highest level of quality for all audio assets. 

  • Design and produce sound effects. 

  • Produce music. 

  • Produce VO content. 

  • Oversee outsource audio services for sound, Foley, music, VO, Cinematics, etc. 

  • Oversee implementation of audio assets and assist in developing integration tools. 

  • Act as an expert in proprietary pipelines and integration processes. 

  • Manage internal audio teams, external audio vendors and schedules. 

  • Explain and demonstrate technical details and express clear aesthetic qualities and requirements. 

  • Innovate and adapt to drive new Audio features. Develop methodologies for continuous improvement across the department. 

  • Work with the team to define an effective audio style and execution across the project. 

  • Define and advocate for the audio technology that will create the best experience for players. 

  • Proactively identify and define ways to improve the audio experience across a growing spectrum of features. 

  • Work with the audio team and across disciplines to clearly define and articulate goals. 

  • Lead by example and provide both motivation and inspiration to other team members. 

You’re awesome because you have… 

  • Minimum of 6+ years working on audio for multiple AAA titles, indie projects, or related fields 

  • 3+ years working as a leader in the field of audio. 

  • Experience as a lead or director with proven leadership and mentoring skills. 

  • Expertise and understanding of the entire audio process, including sound effects, voice over, music, and audio system technology. 

  • Knowledge of game engine technology and audio middleware solutions. 

  • Skilled in effective communication across all disciplines and departments. 

  • A passion and deep understanding of the impact and role that audio plays in the overall player experience. 

Bonus points for…    

  • Experience with AAA games  

  • Major recognition in your field of work  

  • Having made your own game as a side or indie project  

  • Experience in adjacent fields such as narrative design, environment art, programming, etc. 

  • Adept at interacting with and responding to feedback. 

  • Coding or scripting skills. 

Not sure you meet all the 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, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 

 

Our World  

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? 

#elsewhere 

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