Audio Director

Responsibilities: As an Audio Director at LightSpeed Studios, you will oversee the audio development of a new and exciting game IP. Your role involves working closely with the Creative Director and core leadership team in defining and maintaining the audio vision, ensuring it aligns with the game's overall creative direction and resonates with a global audience. This role requires spearheading a global audio team, particularly focusing on collaboration with development units in China, Singapore, and other countries. Key Responsibilities: Work closely with the core team to define and communicate the project’s audio vision and build an effective audio strategy/roadmap. Partner and collaborate with game teams to ensure that the long-term project audio needs are met in conjunction with creative, narrative, art, technical and design considerations. Help to identify, design layout, and implement audio equipment and software as suitable for the project aims. Identify and manage any and all SFX and audio libraries as needed. Create and manage an audio content schedule, define and set audio milestones. Establish the audio quality standard, pipelines and processes for the studio. Help identify, connect, and coordinate with any/all audio talent and internal/external resources as required. Manage and produce any and all VO, musical, foley, or other recording sessions as needed. Or delegate as needed with agreement from studio management. Build, manage and mentor the studio’s cross-functional audio team, and coordinate with other internal resource managers and staff. Build and lead a creative core audio team. Also, mentor and inspire the broader team, promoting an environment that values creativity, professional growth, and diversity. Requirements: Music related degree or relevant experience in composition/audio direction. At least 10 years of experience working in the entertainment industry with experience in directing audio for AAA projects. Strong practical knowledge and understanding of required hardware, software and audio production pipelines. Experience in multi-platform AAA game development and managing complex audio content. Participated in the full development cycle and shipped at least 1 complete AAA project. Great communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications: Open-minded and receptive to different cultures and ideas. Experience working with and leading teams from various countries around the world, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability. A strong appreciation for diverse perspectives and the ability to integrate these into the creative process. Experience with Unreal Engine. Working relationship with Dolby, and in-depth knowledge of Dolby and Dolby Atmos requirements and techniques. Experience with interactive score and adaptive/interactive soundscapes for continuous day/night game cycles. Experience with weapon and vehicle sound design, recording, and implementation. Join LightSpeed Studios as an Audio Director and play a pivotal role in shaping the audio journey of our new, ambitious project, crafting memorable experiences for a global audience. Location State(s) California The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $136,800 to $286,800 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered. LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is a leading global game developer, with teams across China, United States, Singapore, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and United Arab Emirates. LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS has created over 50 games across multiple platforms and genres for more than 4 billion registered users. It is the co-developer of worldwide hit PUBG MOBILE(co-developed with KRAFTON, Inc.). LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.