Pay Rate: $0
Location: Vancouver BC
Job Type: Contract

Title: Audio Engineer

Location: Vancouver

Contract: 18 months

 

 

We are looking for a Narrative Audio Engineer to support our client in the gaming industry on a 18 month contract basis.

 

We would like someone who can communicate with narrative and audio content creators and empower them with systems and tools. With your interest in Console/PC games you will collaborate with a variety of creative minds to create cutting-edge AAA gaming experiences.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Works with narrative team to develop the workflows to materialize scripted story ideas in game
  • Works with gameplay team to integrate story telling devices with missions and quests
  • Works with audio team to develop speech playback systems
  • Works with localization and accessibility to ensure story is experienced in all languages and subtitles
  • Works to develop tools and systems for speech asset management, generation and verification

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • BSc. degree in Computing Science or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of experience with C/C++ in game development
  • Experience developing desktop applications in .NET or equivalent
  • Experience with Python or scripting languages used in automated pipelines
  • Ability to develop pipelines, tools and custom plugins as required
  • Experience with version control systems
  • Excellent communication skills and comfortable working closely with engineers and artists
  • Ability to problem solve independently in new and existing systems or technologies

 

BONUS:

  • Worked on indie games or open source projects
  • Experience with UE4 and Wwise or equivalent middleware
  • Experience with databases
  • Hobbies in writing stories or screenplays
  • Hobbies in music and sound design

 

Submission Guidelines:

Please include a link to your portfolio that best demonstrates your range in design

 

For consideration, please email your resume to Toronto.Talent@ifgpr.com with “Audio Engineer” in the subject line.