We are seeking an experienced Audio Designer to join the Code Orion project team. In this role, you will be instrumental in crafting and implementing top-tier interactive sound design that enhances and supports the creative vision of our slot games. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to elevate the audio experience, develop strategies for sound design tailored to slot games, and mentor junior audio team members to achieve excellence.Reporting Structure:The Audio Designer will report directly to the Audio Producer.Responsibilities and DutiesCreative Collaboration:Work closely with the Audio Director to define and refine the unique audio aesthetic of our slot games.Collaborate to establish and implement the musical direction, including theme tracks, soundscapes, and jingles that align with slot game mechanics and player engagement.Sound Design & Integration:Identify audio challenges and develop innovative solutions to deliver polished, high-quality sound tailored to slot game experiences.Implement, mix, and fine-tune sound assets—including winning sounds, ambient tracks, and symbol effects—using Wwise and Unreal Engine 5 for seamless integration.Technology & Techniques:Stay informed on the latest sound design techniques and promote their adoption to enhance the sound quality of slot games.Collaborate with the Technical Audio Director and programmers to identify and implement tools and technologies needed for optimal audio delivery.Outsourcing & Team Leadership:Identify and coordinate with external partners for sound design, voiceovers, and music assets when required.Mentor junior sound designers, guiding them to create engaging and technically proficient assets tailored to slot games.Advocacy & Benchmarking:Champion high-quality audio throughout the team, ensuring that all assets elevate the player's engagement and enjoyment.Benchmark game audio against current and emerging slot games to maintain competitive standards.Experience and Skills RequiredProven Expertise:Experience as an Audio Designer on a AAA or high-quality gaming project, ideally slot games or related casual gaming genres.Advanced knowledge of sound design, mixing, and music composition for game environments.Technical Proficiency:Expertise in creating sound effects and music tailored to the unique pacing and feedback loops of slot games.Advanced understanding of audio game technologies and tools, including pipelines for sound implementation in slot games.Proficiency in major DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations), with expert knowledge of at least one.Competence in 3D audio techniques such as object-based mixing, ambisonics, and spatial audio where applicable.Soft Skills:Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to prioritize and manage workload efficiently.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Unreal Engine 4 and/or 5, particularly in audio systems for slot or casual games.Expertise in building and maintaining audio systems in a GAAS (Games as a Service) environment.Deep understanding of audio pipelines, optimization, and performance constraints specific to slot games.Formal musical training, especially in composing for engaging, loop-based tracks and sound cues.This is an exciting opportunity to shape the auditory experience of our slot games and contribute your creative expertise to a highly collaborative and innovative team at Code Orion!
Job Title
Code Orion | Sound Designer