Lead Audio Designer

Job Description

2K Sports Lab is seeking a Lead Audio Designer to join their development team. The Lead Audio Designer will be responsible for delivering extraordinary sound design that supports both complex, non-deterministic gameplay systems, as well as linear, non-interactive sequences. In collaboration with the Head of Engineering and Audio SEs, the candidate will help define audio systems, asset pipeline, and tool set. They will also work with the Audio Director and other creative partners to help define the vision for the project.Role involves:

• Collaborating with the Audio Director to define the project's soundscape.
• Designing and scripting audio control logic.
• Creating, managing, and implementing various audio elements.
• Leading field recordings and remote & onsite recording sessions.
• Debugging and problem-solving audio logic issues.
• Mixing and mastering audio assets and systems.
• Driving quality and mentoring junior audio designers.
• Improving workflows and optimizing asset pipelines.

Requirements:

• 5 years’ experience in AAA sound design.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficiency with Wwise, Unreal, and Perforce.
• Proficiency in visual programming and audio scripting.
• Proficiency with DAWs and sample editors.
• Proficiency in mastering for linear and non-linear media.
• Experience recording and implementing foley and other ambience.
• Experience working in recording studios directing walla groups.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Located in the Vancouver area or willing to relocate.

Role offers:

• Opportunity to define the direction for the project’s soundscape.
• Opportunity to mentor junior audio designers.