Technical Audio Designer

Anchor Point Studios, a global game studio under NetEase Games, was founded by veteran game designer Paul Ehreth in October 2022. Fueled by a world-class team of developers, Anchor Point Studios is passionate about creating immersive and engaging console and PC action games. We seek to push the boundaries of entertainment in extraordinary ways, developing experiences that are both memorable and timeless.

With locations in Barcelona and Seattle, Anchor Point Studios is actively hiring developers, artists, designers, and more for office, hybrid, and remote roles.

Technical Audio Designer

Anchor Point Studios

Barcelona based studio, full-remote options

AAA

Founded by veteran game designer Paul Ehreth in October of 2022, Anchor Point Studios is a NetEase Games global game studio fueled by a world-class team of developers. With a passion for creating immersive and engaging console and PC action games, Anchor Point Studios seeks to push the boundaries of entertainment in extraordinary ways and develop experiences that are both memorable and timeless.

We are Anchor Point Studios and we’re looking for a technical sound designer to help us build the future of mind-blowing video game entertainment for a new, innovative 3D action title.

What You'll Do

• Define and design audio systems in Wwise and Unreal game engine.
• Integrate designed sounds in Wwise and Unreal game engine.
• Collaborate with the audio lead and other team members to establish and maintain the audio vision for projects.
• Create thorough documentation on the audio systems and implementation. 
• Guide other developers on how to interface with, and use, audio systems
• Optimize audio performance for various platforms, ensuring high fidelity and efficient resource usage.
• Assist in performance profiling of the games audio using WWise and other profiling tools
• Troubleshoot audio issues in-game and provide solutions to ensure a polished final product.
• Create import/export tooling where needed for WWise to Unreal
• Conduct audio integration tests and iteratively refine audio assets based on feedback from the team and playtesters.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in technical sound design and game audio.
• Design and create high-quality sound effects, ambiances, and audio assets that enhance gameplay and storytelling.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Game Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a technical sound designer in the video game industry, preferably with AAA titles.
• Excellent knowledge of Wwise integration in Unreal and implementation of audio in interactive environments.
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine and the implementation of audio in interactive environments.
• Excellent understanding of sound theory, including acoustics, propagation and signal processing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with spatial audio technologies and implementation.
• Strong capability of understanding audio systems needs and creating them from scratch.
• Experience in working and delegate work to outsourcing teams.
• Knowledge of music composition and editing.
• Knowledge of Wwise music system.
• Knowledge of C++

Why Anchor Point Studios?
We’re drawn to who you are, not just what you do. We’re humble, passionate, and dedicated to creating something extraordinary—pushing the boundaries of entertainment to develop memorable and timeless experiences. You can expect a benefits package that rewards and recognizes your dedication. As a NetEase Games studio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are adventurous, open to challenge, humble, and committed to lasting quality for our games.

We are seeking adventurous teammates who are ready to challenge themselves, eager to learn, and passionate about crafting exceptional experiences. Our studio's motto, Per Aspera, Ad Astra (through hardships, to the stars), acknowledges that our journey may be difficult, but together, we will overcome challenges and build something amazing. We aim to create action-adventure experiences that take risks and explore uncharted territory. The best things in life are hard-earned, and we confidently embrace this truth as we blaze a new trail in the gaming landscape.