Senior Audio Designer

Take part in the sound endeavor to deliver an inspiring audio experience to the players. Responsibilities include producing high-quality sound design, implementing audio mechanics, performing recordings, defining technical standards, optimizing systems, managing audio content, providing artistic guidance, and ensuring timely deliveries and quality assurance.

Must Have

• Proficiency in implementing audio across levels, animations, cinematics, scripted sequences, blueprint-style scripts, data tables, ambient actors, volumes, triggers, and similar systems
• Strong proficiency in using both visual and text-based scripting tools for audio integration and behavior
• Strong knowledge of middleware solutions such as Wwise
• Strong knowledge of recording techniques, foley sound creation and on location recording
• High level of familiarity with audio software such as Protools, Reaper, Nuendo, Sound Forge, Wavelab & VST plugins
• Experience delivering for Xbox X/PS5 & any other platforms
• Strong knowledge of Perforce, JIRA, Agile methodology
• Sound editing & recording Daws (Reaper, ProTools, Vegas, ...)
• Audio Mastering softwares (e.g. Wavelab)
• Sound design & audio production/mastering VST plugins
• Wwise
• Sound Library management & previewing softwares (Soundly, SoundMiner, Basehead etc.)

Perks & Benefits

• Benefit package 100% paid by PCF (Up to $1000 per service a year, individual/family coverage)
• Full Dental coverage, including major dental
• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1
• Paid week off during the Winter Holidays
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days
• Free virtual health and mental well-being sessions
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment
• Work in a creative team with passionate people

Company Description

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA game development studios. Our international team consists of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices in Poland, the UK, Ireland, the US, and Canada, as well as remotely across the globe.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. As one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry, we continue to expand on our expertise and push the boundaries of what’s possible in game development.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gears of War: E-Day developed in collaboration with Microsoft; Project Echo for KRAFTON; and Lost Rift, an original IP we are developing in-house under our self-publishing model. We are also exploring new platforms and experiences with VR and other unannounced projects.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF continues to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with the creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talent in the industry, building the next generation of action games for players worldwide.

If you join us on this journey, you’ll have the chance to perfect your craft, expand your knowledge, and work alongside industry leaders to create unique, unforgettable experiences for gamers everywhere.

Job Description

*This role is open to candidates based in Canada only*

Main goal of the role:

Take part in the sound endeavour to deliver an inspiring audio experience to the players.

Collaboration within the studio:

Work with all departments of the project including Design, Art, Animation and Code

Duties:

• Produce high-quality sound design using custom recordings and library material to generate original audio.
• Design & construct playback & implementation mechanics for the target audio content & features.
• Perform on-location & foley recording if needed.
• Responsibility for several audio sub disciplines (e.g. Environmental audio, in game characters, cutscenes, etc.).
• Define & maintain technical standards for sessions & assets.
• Ensure proper optimisation of all related systems & content based on technical guidelines & budgets.
• Edit, convert, implement and manage large volumes of audio content.
• Act as a reference point for the other Sound
• Designers, providing feedback & artistic guidance.
• Initiate & take part in audio spotting & review play sessions with the audio team.
• Ensure deliveries within the production deadlines and schedules.
• Audio play-testing (on target platforms) and audio quality assurance.
• Identify, report, help prioritize and resolve audio bugs/issues.
• Define & promote improvements for R&D projects, pipeline and workflows.
• Support Lead/Director in the recruitment process with HR collaboration.

Qualifications

Must have qualifications:

• Proficiency in implementing audio across levels, animations, cinematics, scripted sequences,
• blueprint-style scripts, data tables, ambient actors, volumes, triggers, and similar systems.
• Strong proficiency in using both visual and text-based scripting tools for audio integration and behavior.
• Strong knowledge of middleware solutions such as Wwise is essential.
• Strong knowledge of recording techniques, foley sound creation and on location recording.
• High level of familiarity with audio software such as Protools, Reaper, Nuendo, Sound Forge, Wavelab & VST plugins.
• Experience delivering for Xbox X/PS5 & any other platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Perforce, JIRA, Agile methodology.

Software:

• Sound editing & recording Daws (Reaper, ProTools, Vegas, ...)
• Audio Mastering softwares (e.g. Wavelab)
• Sound design & audio production/mastering VST plugins
• Wwise
• Sound Library management & previewing softwares (Soundly, SoundMiner, Basehead etc.)

Experience:

• 6+ years in Sound Design & Audio Production for any relevant media / industry.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. The insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $1000 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage).
• Full Dental coverage, including major dental.
• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
• Paid week off during the Winter Holidays.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
• Free virtual health and mental well-being sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.