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Audio Mixing Specialist / Audio Post-Production Engineer Position Overview We are seeking a skilled ... audio experiences at scale. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Culver ...

Audio Mixing Specialist / Audio Post-Production Engineer Position Overview We are seeking a skilled ... audio experiences at scale. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Culver ...

Contract or Contract to Hire Overview As an Audio Lab & Perceptual Studies Technician, you will ... Maintain test equipment hardware and software; perform basic audio mixing and sound design tasks ...

Fixed Term Contract Location: GLOBAL Reporting To: Snr Production Manager Description By applying ... Audio Operations & Mixing Operate and mix live audio for a wide variety of performances including ...

... contracts. By focusing on continual improvement, our services remain at the forefront of our ... Audio mixing and enhancement * Color correction * Motion graphics and visual effects * Compression ...

... contracts. By focusing on continual improvement, our services remain at the forefront of our ... Audio mixing and enhancement * Color correction * Motion graphics and visual effects * Compression ...

Audio-Visual Technician

El Paso, TX · On-site

$44K - $66K/yr

... channel digital audio mixer, wireless diversity receiver, digital video switcher, wireless ... Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply ...

Video Editor - Contract

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$40 - $50/hr

Knowledge of sound design and audio mixing to polish final cuts * Comfortable working with ... This is a contract, remote position. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters and scams. If you ...

SHADOW is seeking a mid-level Social Video Editor to join us on a freelance contract basis and help ... Sound design and audio-mixing abilities. * Experience working with brands, agencies, or in-house ...

Video Editor (Contract)

New York, NY · On-site

$450 - $600/day

SHADOW is seeking a mid-level Social Video Editor to join us on a freelance contract basis and help ... Sound design and audio-mixing abilities. * Experience working with brands, agencies, or in-house ...

Video Editor - Contract

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$40 - $50/hr

Knowledge of sound design and audio mixing to polish final cuts * Comfortable working with ... This is a contract, remote position. Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters and scams. If you ...

Manage relationships with external contract developers or vendors supporting integration work Key ... live streaming, audio mixing, and camera operation * Provide AV production support for school ...

Please note: this is a month-to-month contract role. During that period of time, you are expected ... including PA and mixer. The majority of our shows take place during the evenings on Thursday ...

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How much do contract audio mixing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract audio mixing in the United States is $18.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is contract audio mixing?

Contract audio mixing refers to hiring an audio professional on a freelance or temporary basis to blend multiple audio tracks into a cohesive final product. This can include adjusting levels, applying effects, and ensuring overall sound quality for music, film, podcasts, or other media. Contract audio mixers work with clients for specific projects rather than as full-time employees, allowing for flexibility and specialized expertise. Their role is crucial in making sure the audio meets industry standards and the client's creative vision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract audio mixing engineer?

To thrive as a Contract Audio Mixing Engineer, you need strong audio engineering skills, knowledge of sound theory, and experience with mixing in various genres, often supported by a degree or certification in audio production. Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Ableton Live, as well as familiarity with plugins and studio equipment, is essential. Attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate with clients and other creatives set top engineers apart. These skills ensure high-quality, professional mixes that meet client expectations and industry standards.

What are some common challenges faced by contract audio mixing engineers, and how can they be managed?

Contract audio mixing engineers often encounter challenges such as tight project deadlines, working with varying quality of source audio, and aligning with the creative vision of different clients. Managing these challenges typically involves strong communication skills to clarify expectations, efficient project management to handle multiple assignments, and adaptability to work with diverse genres and production styles. Building a reliable workflow and investing in high-quality monitoring equipment can also help ensure consistent results across projects.
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Infographic showing various Contract Audio Mixing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,904 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

Creative Mixing Lead

Culver City, CA

TEKsystems
IT Services • 1 - 5K employees

$45 - $50/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Audio Mixing Specialist / Audio Post-Production Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Audio Mixing Specialist to join a fast-paced media production environment focused on delivering high-quality audio experiences across a large volume of content. This role is responsible for ensuring audio mixes meet professional broadcast and streaming standards while preserving the integrity of original creative content. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in dialogue mixing, loudness compliance, and audio post-production workflows, with a strong attention to detail and a passion for audio excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mix, re-record, and finalize audio content for distribution across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
  • Calibrate sound levels to ensure dialogue, music, sound effects, and background elements are properly balanced and accurately represented.
  • Maintain compliance with industry-standard audio delivery specifications, including loudness requirements, frequency balance, spatial accuracy, and format standards.
  • Review and optimize audio assets to ensure consistent quality and listener experience across large content libraries.
  • Work with dialogue, music, and effects (DME) stems while supporting localization and versioning workflows.
  • Troubleshoot and address technical audio issues throughout the post-production process.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support content delivery, quality initiatives, and workflow improvements.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production schedules and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Sound Design, Film Production, or equivalent professional experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in audio mixing, re-recording, audio post-production, or a related discipline.
  • Expert-level proficiency with Pro Tools.
  • Working knowledge of Adobe Audition, DaVinci Fairlight, or other professional digital audio workstations.
  • Strong understanding of professional audio delivery standards, including:
    • Loudness compliance (e.g., -24 LKFS)
    • Dialogue intelligibility
    • Frequency balance
    • Spatial imaging and accuracy
    • Stereo, 5.1, and Dolby Atmos delivery formats
  • Portfolio demonstrating experience with dialogue mixing, DME stem workflows, and broadcast or streaming content delivery.
  • Fluent English communication skills.
  • Experience supporting production or localization audio mixing projects.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience partnering with product, engineering, localization, or other cross-functional teams.
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain audio quality standards across high-volume content environments.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML-powered media tools, voice synthesis technologies, or dubbing production workflows.
  • Experience preparing and presenting content or recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for workflow optimization and audio innovation.

Success Profile

The ideal candidate combines technical audio expertise with strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach. They are passionate about preserving creative intent, ensuring technical compliance, and delivering consistently high-quality audio experiences at scale.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Culver City, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Culver City,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.


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We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

Industry

It services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MD, US