Sound Designer, Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Create and implement a diverse array of sound effects to elevate the emotional resonance and authenticity of our narrative content, which includes ambiences, hard effects, and innovative sound design elements.

• Capture and edit Foley sounds to synchronize with on-screen action, ensuring that subtle, realistic audio is recorded and integrated seamlessly.

• Refine and edit dialogue tracks to eliminate background noise, enhance clarity, and maintain consistency throughout all scenes.

• Collaborate closely with the editorial team, directors, and composers to grasp the creative vision and transform it into an engaging auditory experience.

• Execute final audio mixes for all projects, balancing dialogue, music, sound effects, and Foley to produce a cohesive and professional final product.

• Confirm that all mixes adhere to broadcast loudness standards and technical specifications required for various distribution platforms, as necessary.

• Perform quality control checks on all delivered audio, ensuring that all tracks are properly synchronized, error-free, and consistent in quality.

• Oversee audio assets and project files, ensuring that all sessions are well-organized, archived, and easily accessible for future use or revisions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues associated with audio software, hardware, and file formats.

• Provide reports on department metrics such as mix volume and common technical challenges to assist the post-production team in making informed operational decisions.

• Keep abreast of industry trends, tools, and best practices in audio post-production.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience working in a high-volume content creation environment, preferably involving scripted narrative content.

• Bachelor’s degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Film, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Sound Designer, Audio Mixer, or in a similar role within a fast-paced production environment.

• Expert-level proficiency with a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, or Adobe Audition.

• Strong grasp of audio signal flow, acoustics, and mixing techniques.

• Proficiency in using industry-standard audio plugins for EQ, compression, noise reduction, and reverb.

• Outstanding organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly conveying both creative and technical concepts.

• Proven track record of managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines.

• A proactive problem-solver with a strong work ethic.

• A deep passion for storytelling through sound.

• Experience with advanced noise reduction software (e.g., iZotope RX).

• Bonus: Experience with spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos.

• A portfolio or reel demonstrating your work on previous projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• A creative and collaborative work environment.

• Access to cutting-edge audio technology and tools.