Overview

Welcome to Game Music Jobs!

Job Description

The Gameloft audio team is looking for a sound designer! Come join our team of highly qualified sound professionals, to participate in ambitious projects in a collaborative and respectful working environment.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the audio manager and the audio director, and in collaboration with the various stakeholders involved in the creation of the games, the sound designer:

  • Is responsible for the creation and implementation of sound effects for the game
  • List the game’s needs for sound effects
  • Participate in the definition of the sound identity of the game by proposing his ideas and giving his opinion
  • Collaborates with other team members (composers, mixers, etc.) to create a cohesive sound experience
  • Communicate regularly with the various actors involved in the project, in the audio team or the production teams of the game

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Gameloft’s audio department is looking for a sound designer! Come join our team of highly qualified professionals, and take part in ambitious projects within a collaborative, respectful working environment.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the audio manager and the audio director, and in collaboration with the relevant parties involved in the creation of our games, the sound designer’s responsibilities include:

  • Creating and implementing a game’s sound effects
  • Generating a list of the sound effects needed for a game
  • Contributing ideas and opinions to help establish a game’s sound identity
  • Collaborating with team members (composers, mixers, etc.) to create a cohesive sound experience
  • Communicating regularly with the various parties involved in the project, such as the game’s audio and production teams

Qualifications

  • In-depth knowledge of audio software for audio creation and editing, such as: Reaper, Pro Tools, Audition, SpectraLayers, etc.
  • Knowledge of the technical constraints related to the sounds and audio formats of video games: compression formats, storage and memory management, etc.
  • Knowledge and mastery of audio middleware in general, and Wwise in particular
  • Ability to create and edit original sounds, from sound banks, synthesis or personal recordings
  • Good knowledge of sound effects banks available on the market (Sound Ideas, Hollywood Edge and others)
  • Good command of sound recording techniques
  • Familiarity with the audio integration process, through engines such as Unreal or Unity would be an asset

Profile

  • You have a degree in sound design, ideally.
  • You have at least 3 years of professional experience as a sound designer in a video game company, and you have published at least one major title.
  • You have been playing console video games for a long time and have a good grasp of current audio quality standards.
  • You like working in a team, you have a creative spirit, you are very rigorous, endowed with good interpersonal skills and you have great organizational skills.
  • You know how to prioritize your work according to constraints and are able to juggle several projects at the same time.
  • You are receptive to constructive criticism and are comfortable in a collaborative work context.

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  • In-depth knowledge of audio-creation and -editing software, such as REAPER, Pro Tools, Audition, SpectraLayers, etc.
  • Knowledge of the technical constraints related to video-game sound and audio formats: compression formats, storage and memory management, etc.
  • Knowledge and mastery of audio middleware in general, and Wwise in particular
  • Ability to create and edit original sounds using sound banks, synthesis, and personal recordings
  • Good knowledge of the sound-effect libraries available on the market (Sound Ideas, The Hollywood Edge, and others)
  • Good command of sound recording techniques
  • Familiarity with engine-based audio integration processes, such as in Unreal or Unity, is an asset

Profile

  • You preferably have a diploma in sound design
  • You have at least 3 years of professional experience as a sound designer at a video game company, and have published at least one major title
  • You are a longtime player of console games and have a good understanding of current audio-quality standards
  • You like to work as part of a team, you’re creative and very thorough, and have excellent communication and organizational skills
  • You know how to prioritize work based on constraints and are able to juggle several projects at a time
  • You are receptive to constructive criticism and are comfortable in a collaborative work environment

Additional Information

*Important*

In order to be able to consider your application, we would need your portfolio or examples of your work (demos, animations, images, websites, etc.). Please provide your website address and portfolio address if you have one.

Here is why enter the Gameloft universe:

  • Because you want to live an exceptional experience, within a constantly evolving company!
  • Because you want to work with talented colleagues who are pioneers in the industry!
  • Because the idea of ​​opening your horizons to an international culture and the sharing of knowledge with colleagues on the other side of the world enchants you!
  • Or simply because you are looking for a good place to work!

We offer :

  • Benefits worthy of a large company
  • Holidays and floating holidays
  • Reimbursement of part of the cost of the OPUS card
  • 80-space bicycle storage
  • Snacks offered daily
  • Play areas
  • Roof terrace

We want to know you!

Submit your application now.

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*Important*

In order for your application to be considered, please send your portfolio or samples of your work (demos, animations, images, websites, etc.) and a cover letter. Please indicate the address of your website or portfolio if you have one.

Why Join the World of Gameloft?

  • Because you want to be part of an exceptional experience within a company that is constantly growing!
  • Because you want to work with talented people who are industry pioneers!
  • Because you want to join a global company and meet great people around the world from all walks of life.
  • Or, just because you’re looking for a great place to work!

What We Offer

  • Benefits befitting a company of our size
  • Vacation and personal days off
  • Public transportation allowances (partial reimbursement of OPUS card)
  • A storage room for 80 bikes
  • Daily snacks
  • A game room
  • A rooftop terrace

We want to get to know you!

Submit your application now.

Company Description

Gameloft’s mission is to amaze the world in order to offer everyone a moment of joy.

We’ve been proudly creating games since 2000, two of which are ranked in App Annie’s “Top 10 Most Downloaded iOS Games of All Time”. All over the world, talented Gameloft employees work to create renowned franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter.

We infuse our passion into every pixel of our games. And this passion is at the heart of our daily practices, and leading rights holders, including Disney®, LEGO®, Universal, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, etc., recognize Gameloft’s creativity and trust us to produce great gaming experiences.

We are part of Vivendi – one of the world’s largest media groups – which gives us the power and resources to set high expectations and achieve the most ambitious goals.

All trademarks mentioned below are the property of their respective owners.

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Are You Looking for a Great Place to Work?

Join the Game!

Gameloft’s mission is to amaze the world, so everyone can enjoy a moment of happiness.

We have been proudly crafting games since 2000, two of which are featured in App Annie’s “Top 10 iOS Games by All-Time Worldwide Downloads.” Talented Gameloft employees from all over the world have created established franchises, such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, Modern Combat and Dungeon Hunter.

We put passion into every pixel of our games. It’s at the core of what we do every day, and major rights holders including Disney®, LEGO®, Universal, Mattel®, Lamborghini®, etc. recognize Gameloft’s creativity and trust us to produce awesome gaming experiences.

We are part of Vivendi — one of the world’s largest media groups — giving us the mana and resources to set our expectations high and aim for the very best.

All trademarks referenced above are owned by their respective trademark owners.