Audio Director

Gunzilla Games
May 27, 2023
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SUMMARY

The Audio Director will ensure the quality of the audio content and its integration as a gameplay element. The person in this role will supervise audio production and make certain that follows the game vision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Audio Director, you will:

  • Establish and document the technical and artistic audio charter based on the creative direction (reference films, games by competitors, design documents)
  • Communicate the audio vision to the team and provide all necessary visual and audio documents and references needed
  • Identify technical audio needs for the project and communicate them to the Engineering team
  • Set out the musical direction and the process to select composers, in collaboration with the creative team
  • Design and implement audio element integration processes by working in close collaboration with programmers and directors to ensure proper integration
  • Determine project resource needs and set out the budget for the audio group with the producer
  • Ensure that best work practices are implemented and optimized within the team to guarantee the validity and integrity of the data
  • Supervise the work of the audio team from the artistic and technical perspectives by providing individual feedback and/or organizing group audio reviews to ensure that the team's work meets quality standard and remains in line with the audio vision
  • Coach team members to foster their artistic and technical development so that they progress in their careers
  • Communicate and share knowledge and experience with other directors to ensure the effectiveness of the audio community and its evolution within the group
  • Coordinate specific audio recording sessions to meet project needs
  • Carry out all other related tasks
  • REQUIREMENTS
  • At least 8 years of experience in audio production for video games
  • Delivery of over three AAA games as part of a production team (mandatory)
  • Film or TV postproduction experience will be a plus
  • Ability to communicate a vision
  • Good communication skills
  • Organization skills
  • Ability to influence others
  • Excellent sense of esthetics
  • Ability to provide constructive feedback
  • Ability to quickly learn and master new software
  • Extensive knowledge of DAW tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Sound forge, MIDI)
  • Extensive musical knowledge as a musician and/or composer
  • Solid knowledge of studio audio equipment and the research process
  • Knowledge of the audio engines available on the market will be a plus
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