Would you like to become part of the team that includes the creative visionaries behind Drizzt Do’Urden and Spawn? 38 Studios is currently seeking a technical Sound Designer to join our Audio department. This is a full-time position with competitive salary, full benefits and 401(k), and the chance to be part of online gaming history!
 
Summary
 
As a Sound Designer, you will be responsible creating sound assets for implementing audio systems and content while maintaining the overall audio vision.

 
Position Responsibilities

• Working within the audio vision, implement and develop audio assets and features in a large-scale MMO world.
• Write and maintain audio design documentation starting from idea inception through concept and implementation.
• Work within a highly collaborative multi-discipline team environment to accomplish overall project goals.
• Audio feature asset and status tracking.
• Troubleshoot audio issues in the game.
• Collaborate with audio programmers to improve existing tech and develop new features.
• Integrate audio using Wwise and Unreal.

Knowledge, skills & ability requirements
Knowledge:

• Knowledge and experience with one or more audio software packages, including Audio Kinetic Wwise, Apple Logic Studio, FMOD, Sound Forge, Vegas, Acid, Digital Performer, Pro Tools and Unreal Engine 3.
• Solid demonstrable knowledge of audio development methods, necessary tools and production pipelines on various platforms.

Competencies:

• A genuine passion for playing and making great games. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Solid organization and efficient time management skills. 
• Able to collaborate with other game developers in a cross-discipline environment. 
• Effective self-tasker.
• Solid understanding of all audio disciplines as well as audio pipelines as they relate to games and game production.
• Able to manage the technical implementation of all aspects of audio integration with the game.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of applicable industry experience.
• Audio Kinetic Wwise experience.

  

38 Studios, a media and entertainment company founded in 2006 by Curt Schilling, is creating an original fantasy IP driven by the creative and artistic visions of pop-culture icons R. A. Salvatore and Todd McFarlane. Entertainment products will include an immersive online entertainment experience that transcends the traditional MMO genre, novels, comics, toys, movies, TV, and more. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the company is a fun, energetic place to work where the company mantra, “How cool would it be if . . . ?” infuses the team with a commitment to passion, integrity, and innovation.

Please submit resumes and portfolios using the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 38 Studios, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Currently, 38 Studios LLC is not accepting applications or unsolicited resumes from external recruiters and agencies. All external Recruiters, agencies, or services must inquire through jobs@38studios.com before offering any service to 38 Studios LLC.