Technical Sound Designer

3 months ago


Portsmouth, United Kingdom Climax Studios Full time

Climax Studios was established nearly 30 years ago, we have an extensive history in developing all kinds of digital experiences across all formats, and we have won multiple awards along the way.

You take your creativity seriously and games should be what get you fired up and passionate. At Climax we embrace those who see things in a different way and aren’t afraid to try-out new things and push themselves out of their comfort zones.

We are looking for a talented and highly enthusiastic in-house Technical Sound Designer to join our award-winning development team.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Take ownership of audio and its supporting systems, and port them to the target platforms
- Ensure the title meets performance and memory targets for the platforms
- Ensure the title meets mix standards for the platforms
- Ensure the title's audio translates to multiple setups, from headphones to speakers and surround sound
- Utilise platform features to champion and expand the game's audio on the new platforms

**Requirements**:

- Experience with Unreal Engine 4 / 5
- Proficiency with audio middleware (Wwise and/or FMOD)
- Proficiency with visual programming languages (Unreal Blueprints / Max MSP / Pure Data)
- Knowledge of modern audio technology like ambisonics, Dolby Atmos, and 3D audio
- Excellent communication skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks
- Proficiency with at least one DAW (preferably Reaper)

**Bonus points**:

- Familiarity with C++
- Experience with Unreal Engine's audio systems
- Experience with current-gen console platforms

**Benefits**
- Excellent holiday package
- Regular social events
- Fresh fruit and snacks
- A friendly, focused, ambitious and relaxed working environment
- Ongoing training and development, with career progression
- Discount card for all the shopping centre stores
- Great seafront location, a short walk from the rail station, bars, restaurants, coffee shops
- Group Private Medical Insurance provided by BUPA
- Group Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Private Dental Insurance
- Group Income Protection
- Company Pension Scheme
- Cycle To Work Scheme
- Eye-Care Vouchers

**Perks**
- Bring your doggo to work We're a dog friendly studio, bring your pooch in to meet us.
- Bean to cup coffee machine in the studio.
- Fresh fruit and healthy snacks provided daily, breakfast and some not so healthy snacks.
- In-house clubs and socials. From board games, tennis, football to D&D nights, there are lots of opportunities to socialise.
- Regular Socials including Project Wrap Parties, team and studio events, Christmas and annual Summer parties and some great charity fundraising events.

Role Information: EN

Studio: Climax Studios

Location: Europe, United Kingdom, Portsmouth

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Employment Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Remote



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