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Game Audio Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Events Concierge

Oak Grove, KY · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Prior experience with audio visual equipment setup and operation is a plus. * Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS The ...

Events Concierge

Oak Grove, KY · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

Prior experience with audio visual equipment setup and operation is a plus. * Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS The ...

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How much do game audio jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for game audio in Kentucky is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.31 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a game audio professional typically collaborate with other departments during game development?

Game Audio professionals work closely with game designers, programmers, and artists to ensure that music, sound effects, and dialogue are integrated seamlessly into the game. Collaboration often involves attending development meetings, iterating on feedback, syncing audio assets with gameplay mechanics, and troubleshooting technical issues with the development team. Clear communication and adaptability are key, as priorities can shift quickly based on playtesting results or design changes. This teamwork ensures that the audio enhances the overall player experience and supports the game's vision.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game audio professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Audio professional, you need strong musical and sound design skills, a solid understanding of audio engineering, and often a relevant degree or portfolio showcasing your work. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs), middleware like FMOD or Wwise, and game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine is typically required. Creative problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication are vital soft skills for integrating audio seamlessly with other game elements. These skills ensure immersive, high-quality audio experiences that enhance gameplay and player engagement.

What are game audio jobs?

Game audio jobs include work designing video game sound effects, composing original scores or incidental music for games, and producing audio for games. As a sound effects artist, your duties are to assess the visual composition of the game and design and produce sounds based on the action. Composer’s responsibilities also include watching the visual output of the game, but their goal is to compose a soundtrack that fits the mood of the game. Composers may work closely with lead designers or creative directors. Producers typically work with the composer or music director and the sound engineer to ensure that they record the audio properly and program it into the game.

What is game audio?

Game Audio refers to all the sound elements used in video games, including music, sound effects, voice acting, and ambient sounds. Professionals in game audio design, create, and implement these sounds to enhance gameplay, create atmosphere, and support storytelling. Game audio specialists work closely with game developers and designers to ensure the sound fits seamlessly with the game's visuals and mechanics. Their work is essential for creating an immersive and engaging player experience.

What is the difference between Game Audio vs Sound Designer?

AspectGame AudioSound Designer
CredentialsAudio production, music, sound design certificationsAudio, music, sound design certifications
Work EnvironmentVideo game studios, interactive mediaFilm, TV, advertising, interactive media
Industry UsagePrimarily in gaming industryBroadly across entertainment and media
Search & ComparisonFocus on interactive sound for gamesFocus on sound for various media

Game Audio specialists focus on creating sound effects, music, and audio assets specifically for video games, often working within interactive environments. Sound Designers have a broader role, working on sound effects and audio for films, TV, and other media, but may also work in gaming. While both roles require similar skills and certifications, Game Audio professionals specialize in interactive sound design tailored for gameplay experiences.

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Infographic showing various Game Audio job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $37,834 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Oak Grove: Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel (the “Property”) is a newer facility in a high traffic area in the heart of Oak Grove, Kentucky, and across the street from a large Army post, Ft. Campbell.  The Property is 10 miles from Clarksville, TN and less than 60 miles northwest of downtown Nashville, TN.

JOB SUMMARY

The Event Concierge works directly with the Food & Beverage and Marketing departments to facilitate group events and banquets.

ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INC.

 Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

ABOUT OAK GROVE RACING, GAMING & HOTEL

 Oak Grove Racing, Gaming & Hotel (the “Property”) is a gaming facility in a high traffic area in the heart of Oak Grove, Kentucky, and across the street from a large Army post, Ft. Campbell.  The Property is 10 miles from Clarksville, TN and less than 60 miles northwest of downtown Nashville, TN.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Creates and ensures a fun-filled, entertaining and exciting environment where the flawless delivery and execution of service excellence is paramount.
  • Upholds the company and departmental service standards while ensuring the coaching/accountability measures are enforced.
  • Ensures the safety and security of employees and customers.
  • Completes room set up, following the floor plan as well as banquet event order.
  • Executes table setting, buffet setups, displays, and bars following the banquet event order.
  • Conducts closing down and cleanup of banquet spaces.
  • Contacts F&B and Marketing teams in advance to confirm all details related to the event and assists the team in facilitating plans and fully responding to day-of requests.
  • Ensures courteous, professional, sincere, and responsive communications with all customers (internal and external).
  • Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Maintaining interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
  • Detail-oriented with a positive attitude and energy.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task.
  • Extensive walking is typically required.
  • Performing physical work required to set up events.
  • Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous experience working in hospitality, entertainment, sports, or a similar environment.
  • Prior experience with audio visual equipment setup and operation is a plus.
  • Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee may also be required to lift, push, and pull up to 25lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.