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Houston Toyota Center

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Understand color correction, audio mastering, and use of different codecs. * Help build/log/maintain digital video library. * Solicit feedback from stakeholders and audience members to continually ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for audio mastering in the United States is $84,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Audio Mastering job involves the final step in the music production process, ensuring that audio tracks are polished, balanced, and optimized for distribution. This includes adjusting levels, equalization, compression, and adding final enhancements to achieve a professional sound. Mastering engineers also ensure consistency across an album and prepare files for different formats, including streaming and physical media. Their goal is to make the music sound its best on all playback systems.

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To thrive in Audio Mastering, you need a deep understanding of audio engineering principles, critical listening skills, and familiarity with music production, often supported by experience or a relevant degree. Mastering engineers commonly use specialized digital audio workstations (DAWs), high-end plugins, hardware processors, and may hold certifications in audio technology or related fields. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with artists and producers are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure the delivery of polished final tracks that meet industry standards and artist expectations.

What are the main responsibilities of an Audio Mastering engineer on a typical project?

An Audio Mastering engineer is responsible for preparing the final mix of a recording for distribution, which involves tasks like equalization, compression, limiting, sequencing tracks, and ensuring consistent sound quality across an album or release. They carefully listen to and address any technical flaws, optimize playback across various formats and platforms, and often provide feedback to mixing engineers or artists if necessary. Collaboration is common, as mastering engineers work closely with producers, mixers, and sometimes directly with clients to ensure the finished product aligns with the creative vision. Staying current with industry-standard tools and trends is also a key ongoing responsibility.

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In-House Audio Engineer / Producer (Summit Music Group)

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North Palm Beach, FL • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

In-House Audio Engineer / Producer

Location: Palm Beach
Company: Summit Music Group


About Summit Music Group

Summit Music Group is a growing music company focused on artist development, production, recording, and long-term catalog creation. Founded and led by a Berklee College of Music Business alum with 15+ years of industry experience, Summit combines creative excellence with a long-term vision for building artists, sound, and intellectual property.

We are seeking a talented and versatile In-House Audio Engineer / Producer to join our creative team in Palm Beach, Florida. This role is ideal for an experienced music professional with a strong technical background in audio engineering, hands-on studio experience, and the ability to work across multiple music genres.


Role Summary

This is a hybrid creative and technical role responsible for producing records, engineering sessions, and helping shape Summit's in-house sound and artist development process. The ideal candidate is highly organized, artist-friendly, collaborative, and passionate about creating release-ready music at a professional level.


Key Responsibilities

  • Engineer, record, edit, mix, and assist in mastering music projects
  • Produce and arrange tracks across multiple genres, including pop, hip-hop, R&B, rock, country, electronic, and alternative
  • Collaborate with artists, songwriters, and creative teams throughout the production process
  • Operate and maintain studio equipment, DAWs, plugins, microphones, and recording systems
  • Assist with vocal production, comping, tuning, and session organization
  • Support artist development, arrangement decisions, and creative direction
  • Maintain organized sessions, studio workflow, and professional quality standards
  • Contribute to the growth of Summit's proprietary sound and long-term catalog value
  • Support live recording sessions and additional studio logistics as needed
  • Foster a collaborative, creative, and professional studio environment


Qualifications

  • 3-7+ years of professional audio engineering and/or music production experience preferred
  • Strong proficiency in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, or similar DAWs
  • Experience working across multiple music genres
  • Strong understanding of recording signal flow, microphones, acoustics, and studio workflows
  • Musical training strongly preferred, especially piano/keyboard proficiency
  • Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work efficiently in a fast-paced creative environment
  • Audio engineering background preferred over beat-production-only experience
  • Strong creative instincts with a builder mindset and long-term vision


Preferred Experience

  • Experience working in professional recording studios
  • Knowledge of analog and digital recording equipment
  • Experience supporting artist development and songwriting collaboration
  • Familiarity with live sound or performance environments is a plus


Compensation & Structure

  • Flexible compensation structure based on experience
  • Options may include retainer, salary, or per-project compensation
  • Potential for production fees, master participation, and long-term growth opportunities tied to catalog development
  • Full-time preferred; flexible arrangements may be considered


Why Join Summit Music Group

  • Opportunity to help shape the sound and creative culture of an emerging music company
  • Collaborative environment focused on artist growth and high-quality production
  • Ground-floor opportunity with long-term upside potential
  • Work directly alongside a passionate and experienced music leadership team
  • Be part of building meaningful, lasting music assets and artist careers

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