Sound Director

About the Hiring Team

LightSpeed Japan Studio is a game development studio dedicated to crafting original AAA action game titles for global audiences. Led by industry veteran Hideaki Itsuno, the studio operates across two locations in Tokyo and Osaka.

The studio offers a flexible and inclusive work environment and actively welcomes game creators who are full of talent and passion for pushing the boundaries of game development.

What the Role Entails

Job Description

1. Develop and manage the overall sound design direction for action game production, creating sound elements that align with the project’s themes and characters.

2. Collaborate closely with the sound design and music production teams to oversee the design and implementation of in-game music, sound effects, character voices, and environmental sounds.

3. Manage quality and production schedules to provide an optimal audio experience that meets project requirements.

4. Conduct final sound checks and quality assurance, coordinating with other departments and external partners as needed.

Who We Look For

Requirements

1. Over 5 years of experience in sound direction within the gaming industry, with a proven track record in sound design and implementation for action games.

2. Proficiency in sound design and audio engineering, with expertise in DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) and various audio editing software.

3. Strong project management and team management skills, with the ability to coordinate with other teams.

4. Proficiency in Japanese and English communication, or a willingness to learn.

Preferred Skills & Experience

1. Proven experience in sound direction for action games or large-scale projects.

2. Ability to adopt new sound technologies and provide innovative ideas to enhance project creativity.

Why Join Us?

Salary: Annual salary: negotiable (with raises/bonuses)

• *Consideration will be given to experience, skills, etc., and will be treated favorably according to company regulations.*
• *For general employees, 35 hours of fixed overtime pay per month is included.*
• *For managerial positions, 10 hours of fixed overtime pay is included.*

Working Hours/Holidays:

• Working hours: 09:30 ~ 18:30, Break time: 60 minutes
• Flex-time available
• Complete two-day weekend system (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
• Paid leave: For the first year of employment, granted proportionally to the month of joining. Up to 22 days based on years of service.
• New Year holidays (December 30 - January 3)
• Sick leave (paid): 12 days/year (granted separately from paid leave)

Benefits:

• Various Insurances: Health insurance, Employment insurance, Workers' accident compensation insurance, Employees' pension insurance, Group Term Life Insurance (GTL), Comprehensive Business Accident Insurance (GPA), Group Long Term Disability Income Compensation Insurance (GLTD), Overseas travel insurance
• Various Allowances: Commuting allowance (up to 50,000 JPY/month), Communication allowance (up to 10,000 JPY/month), Self-development allowance (up to 20,000 JPY/month), Meal subsidy (1,800 JPY/day for office attendance on weekdays), Regular health check-up allowance (up to 75,000 JPY/year, once a year)
• Support Systems/Other Benefits: Free drink corner, Gift cards (20,000 JPY/time, twice a year for Obon and New Year), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Condolence and congratulatory payments, Long service award/leave

*The policies stated in this job advertisement (including but not limited to salary, benefits, and working conditions) may be adjusted according to the company's real-time policies.*

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