Freelance Video Game Sound Designer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

At Aristocrat, we believe in the power of play to bring happiness to life! As a global leader in gaming content and technology, we strive to build an inclusive and dynamic work environment where creativity thrives. We're looking for an experienced sound designer to join our Uber Wins studio in Reno, NV. This role plays a crucial part in our mission to deliver world-class gaming experiences and compete in a rapidly evolving industry. The Sound Designer is responsible for composing music, crafting sound effects, designing audio, and recording voiceovers for use in games and marketing materials. This position works closely with artists, animators, game designers, and software developers to build immersive and entertaining games.

• Intermediate to Sophisticated level in Music Composition, Sound Design, and Audio Engineering.
• Coordinate with professionals in animation, game composition, and software development to build and implement audio.
• Use sound to bring games to life creatively.
• Work closely with Lead Audio Designer to develop creative, technical, and professional skills.
• Maintain organized project files and asset storage.
• Detect, resolve, and prevent audio issues in games.
• Deliver high-quality audio assets on schedule.
• Lead deliverables of multiple projects at once.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Music, Audio, Sound Design, or similar.
• 5 years experience with a major Digital Audio Workstation: Logic Pro, Sonar, Cubase, or Pro Tools 
• Ability to compose music in a wide variety of styles such as but not limited to:
  • Chinese, Japanese, Caribbean, Mariachi, Middle Eastern, African, Indian, Native American, European Ethnic Folk Music, Epic Fantasy, Vintage American 50s-60s
• Extensive understanding of music theory
• Ability to receive mentorship and integrate feedback.
• Proficiency in a pro-level digital audio workstation, preferably Logic.
• Strong knowledge of recording process and signal chain setup
• Ability to mix in stereo and 5.1
• Proficiency in at least one musical instrument, ideally piano and/or guitar.
• Experience crafting sound for video/animation.
• Experience with audio editing software such as Sound Forge, or Wavelab, Logic, Ableton or Protools
• Experience recording and editing actual musician recordings
• Experience recording, producing, and editing voice overs
• Experience with Jira, Perforce, FMOD, Outlook, and Excel is a plus.
• Previous experience in the gaming industry is a plus.
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and understand English
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

Travel Expectations

Pay Range

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, more details available at https://atibenefits.com/.

Additional Information

This role is subject to mandatory background screening and regulatory approvals. As part of your employment with Aristocrat, you may be required to complete a criminal background check, submit fingerprints, and obtain licenses or registrations with applicable gaming regulatory authorities.

Aristocrat operates in a highly regulated environment and holds licenses in over 340 gaming jurisdictions worldwide. To meet our global compliance obligations, you will be required to provide the disclosure of relevant personal and background information to government agencies, sovereign nations/tribal regulators, and other applicable gaming regulatory bodies. This is a condition of Aristocrat’s gaming licenses. The specific information required may vary depending on the jurisdiction and project assignment.