Position: Audio Editor/Sound Engineer
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am-5 pm EST
Salary Range: 2300 - 2900 USD
About the job:
We are seeking a talented and experienced Audio Editor/Sound Engineer to join our team. This role involves editing designing and mastering podcast audio ensuring high-quality sound and seamless transitions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in audio editing mixing and sound design for reported-style and documentary-style podcasts with a passion for storytelling through audio.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Edit raw audio files for podcasts ensuring clarity smooth pacing and elimination of unwanted noises or distractions.
- Enhance podcasts with creative sound design elements that align with the tone and style of the content.
- Perform professional audio repair mixing and mastering to ensure balanced levels smooth transitions and consistent sound quality.
- Ensure that all audio content meets technical standards for sound quality and adheres to production deadlines.
- Collaboration: Work closely with producers and clients to ensure the final product aligns with their vision and specifications.
- Optional (but a Plus): Assist with audio post-production for video projects when needed.
Requirements:
- 3 years of audio editing experience specifically editing reported-style / documentary-style podcasts
- Strong sound design and music placement skills
- Strong audio repair skills
- Strong audio mixing & mastering skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- A strong portfolio of podcast work that showcases expertise in audio editing sound design and mixing/mastering
- Extremely high proficiency in English is essential as you will be editing complex dialogue with industry-specific jargon
- Experience with audio post-production for video content is a plus though not required
- Experience working in Descript a plus!