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Lead Sound Designer at Larian

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Posted 6 days ago
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Larian

Larian Studios is an award-winning independent game developer based in Gent, Belgium. With a passion for role-playing games, they have created the acclaimed Divinity series and are currently working on Baldur's Gate 3. Their success has led to a global...

B2C SAAS Mobile Publishing
HQ
Gent, Vlaanderen, Belgium
Team size
251-1K
Founded
1997
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Quick Summary

Role Overview

Larian Studios is seeking a Lead Sound Designer to join the award-winning team behind Baldur’s Gate 3 and Divinity: Original Sin 2. The successful candidate will lead the sound design team in crafting high-caliber audio experiences for upcoming projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute and develop the creative sound design vision
  • Lead support and train the sound design team
  • Distribute and review tasks for the sound design team
  • Manage collaborations with external outsourcing partners
  • Collaborate closely with the Head of Audio and leadership
  • Communicate with stakeholders producers and feature teams

Requirements Snapshot

  • Full AAA project loop experience as a Senior or Lead
  • Proven leadership experience within sound design teams
  • Proficiency in Jira and Wwise software
  • Solid understanding of the full game audio pipeline
  • Profound knowledge of audio asset creation and mastering

Expected Impact

The Lead Sound Designer will ensure the studio maintains its reputation for high-quality audio by translating creative visions into immersive soundscapes. Through effective team leadership and pipeline management, this role will directly contribute to the sonic excellence of the studio's next generation of role-playing games.

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Job Description

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Lead Sound Designer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

  • Execute the Creative Sound Design Vision
  • Lead, support and train the Sound Design Team
  • Distribute tasks to the Sound Design Team 
  • Review and sign-off tasks for the Sound Design Team
  • Support to develop the Creative Sound Design Vision
  • Manage the collaboration with our outsourcing partners
  • Collaborate closely with and report to the Head of Audio 
  • Collaborate closely with the Audio Leadership team
  • Communicate with Stakeholders, Producers and Feature Teams

Requirements

  • Full project loop as a Senior Sound Designer or Sound Design Lead on a AAA title, ideally in medium/large teams 
  • Lead experience within Sound Design teams 
  • Proficiency in Jira 
  • Proficient in building up, maintaining and delivering a Sound Design Vision
  • Solid understanding of the Game Audio pipeline from Asset to Soundscape
  • Profound mastering of Wwise
  • Profound general audio production knowledge: how assets are created, mixed and mastered

Nice to Haves

  • Worked on an RPG
  • Proficient knowledge of Foley and Field recordings
  • Good understanding of script systems to create customized scalable automated solutions
  • Basic knowledge in programming (C# / C++) 

What we offer

  • An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
  • An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
  • A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
  • Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
  • Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
  • Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
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