Video Sound Engineer

Job Description: Sound Engineer

About the Rol

eWe are seeking a meticulous and technically proficient Sound Enginee r to join our in-house video production team. In this role, you will take ownership of the audio production pipelin e, from on-set recording to post-production mixing and mastering. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our video conten t—whether educational masterclasses, brand films, testimonials, or explainers—delivers pristine, immersive audi o that complements our high-caliber visuals

Your expertise will directly impact the viewer experienc e, ensuring clarit y, consistenc y, and professional broadcast qualit y sound across all our productions

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Key Responsibilit

iesOn-Set Audio Record

• ingPlan and execute location sound record ing, ensuring clean dialogue capt ure, minimal ambient noise, and optimal mic placement for various video forma
• ts.Operate and manage professional audio recording equipm ent, including shotgun micropho nes, lavalier syst ems, audio record ers, boom po les, and wireless audio k i
• ts.Conduct sound che cks, monitor levels in real time, and troubleshoot issues on set to ensure uncompromised audio capt u
• re.Implement best practices for soundproof ing and ambient cont rol, particularly in studio environmen

ts.Audio Post-Product

• ionPerform audio edit ing, clean -up, mix ing, and master ing for all types of video conte
• nt.Reduce noise, hums, and unwanted frequencies using industry-standard softw are like Adobe Audit ion, Pro To ols, or DaVinci Resolve Fairli g
• ht.Synchronize audio with video footage, ensuring lip sync accur acy and audio continu i
• ty.Design and incorporate sound effe cts, room t one, and background sco res, collaborating with composers or sourcing royalty-free libraries when requir

ed.Sound Quality & Consiste

• ncyMaintain a consistent audio signat ure and brand sound ident ity across all vide
• os.Ensure voice clar ity, balanced t one, and correct loudness lev els, optimized for various platforms (YouTube, LMS, social media, etc
• .).Implement Loudness Standa rds (LUFS), Dynamic Range Control (D RC), and EQ balanc ing appropriate for the content ty

pe.Equipment Management & Workflow Optimizat

• ionManage, maintain, and upgrade audio equipment invent ory, including microphones, audio interfaces, mixers, and monitoring syste
• ms.Recommend and integrate new technolog ies or tools that enhance recording quality or workflow efficien
• cy.Document and refine audio production workfl ows, ensuring smooth handoffs between recording, post, and delivery tea

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What We’re Looking

• ForExperi ence: 2+ years as a Sound Engi neer, Location Sound Recor dist, or Audio Post-Production Specia list in professional video production environme
• nts.Technical Profici e
• ncy:Mastery of audio recording tools (Zoom F series, Sound Devices MixPre, Rode, Sennheiser, Shure, or equivalent professional microphon
• es).Strong command over DAWs (Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Fairlight, Logic P
• ro).Familiarity with audio plu gins for noise reduc tion, de-re verb , EQ, compres sion, and limi t
• ing.Attention to De tail: Acute sensitivity to audio imperfect ions, pa cing, volume consist ency, and tonal bal a
• nce.Problem Sol ving: Ability to troubleshoot live sound is sues swiftly and effectively, ensuring minimal downtime on shoot d
• ays.Collaborative Sp irit: Comfort working in close coordination with cinematograp hers, direc tors, and edi tors, with a proactive approach to creative problem-sol v

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Nice to

• HaveExperience with 5.1 Sur round and immersive audio fo r
• e of Foley reco rding , ADR, and voiceover session dire c
• tion.Familiarity with audio for anim ation and motion gra phics proj
• ects.Understanding of broadcast stan dards and delivery fo rmats for OTT, YouTube, and LMS platf

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Why Jo

in Us?At N xtWave, we believe sound is not just an accessory—it’s a driving force behind emotional impact and engagement. As a Sound En gineer, you will have the opportunity to shape the sonic id entity of our content, ensuring that every word, every note, and every silence contributes to an exceptional learning and brand expe r

ience.You’ll be part of a creative, future-forwar d team, working on projects that redefine education through cinematic storyt e