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Sound Designer
A Sound Designer creates and shapes the sonic environment for film, games, or interactive media, building original sound effects and atmospheres that support a story's emotional tone. Their work spans Foley recording and field recording to capture raw sound material, synthesis and arrangement in Ableton Live, and editing in Pro Tools during audio post-production. This creative, technically skilled role is found in game studios, film post houses, and audio production companies, typically held by someone with a strong ear for texture and narrative timing.
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Sr Director, Sound Design
Bend Studio
Full-time · United States, Remote · $235,400 – $353,000
Lead the creative and technical direction of sound design across PlayStation Studios' global portfolio of AAA games, managing teams and setting industry standards for audio excellence. This is for an experienced sound leader ready to influence the sonic identity of major interactive entertainment titles and mentor high-performing audio teams.
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This role supports The Atlantic's podcast and video production team by mixing, mastering, and engineering audio content to professional standards. You'll work directly with hosts and producers across their range of shows, handling technical troubleshooting, studio maintenance, and file delivery while collaborating with editors and writers across the organization.
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Live Nation Entertainment
San Diego, CA
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Freelance Audio Network Operator & Podcast Production Operator
Supercast
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Fox News Radio seeks a technical operator to manage audio systems across their broadcast platforms and podcast production, handling live coverage, editing, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced news environment. This role suits someone with broadcast experience who thrives managing multiple audio streams simultaneously under deadline pressure.
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