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Senior Sound Designer
Cloud Imperium Games
Job Summary
Cloud Imperium Games is seeking a Senior Sound Designer to join our in-house team at the Manchester, UK studio. You will record, design, and implement audio for our Star Citizen and Squadron 42 games in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment. This role requires strong technical knowledge of Wwise middleware and extensive industry experience, including shipping one or more AAA titles. Experience with MMO, FPS, and Flight/Vehicle games is highly valuable, as is a passion for science fiction.
Please apply with a game sound design demo reel or portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Work individually and collaboratively to achieve world-class sound design and implementation across all project areas.
- Take ownership of specific audio areas such as UI, Weapons, Foley, Cinematics, and Features, acting as the primary audio contact and liaising with game designers.
- Specify and assist in designing audio tools and features to be developed and maintained by the audio programming and technical sound design teams.
- Be responsive to feedback from peers and drive innovation and continuous improvement in audio methodologies.
- Collaborate on overall sound design approaches and assist team members with your expertise.
- Work closely with the wider team to enhance the Star Citizen and Squadron 42 player experience.
- Liaise with world-class outsource resources.
- Help organize and run sound effects recording sessions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Demonstrable professional experience in the game audio industry.
- Proficiency with audio tools such as Reaper, Pro Tools, Soundforge, and Izotope RX.
- Working knowledge of audio middleware and/or proprietary technology, especially Audiokinetic Wwise.
- Experience with game engines such as CryEngine, Lumberyard, Unity, or Unreal Engine.
- Proven ability to implement and work with audio within game engines.
- A genuine passion for games and staying current with developments in game audio.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver excellent results.
- Open and responsive to creative, critical, and constructive feedback.
- A show-reel or portfolio showcasing relevant game-centric audio work.
Diversity Statement
Cloud Imperium Games is a global company committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. We strive to build a diverse team where everyone can bring their unique qualities to the work environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value the richness that diversity brings to our universe and our games.
Fraud Statement
Beware of fraudulent job offers claiming to be from Cloud Imperium Games. We do not request personal information such as bank account numbers or identification through social media or chat apps, nor do we ask for money for business equipment purchases. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities and contact us at info@cloudimperiumgames.com.
Application Process
If you enjoy working with enthusiastic, dedicated professionals and want to grow your career in a dynamic environment, please apply now with your game sound design demo reel or portfolio.
