Konami Gaming, Inc. · 5 months ago
Sound Designer III
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expKonami Gaming Inc. is a leader in systems and game development, seeking a Sound Designer III to enhance their audio vision for gaming platforms. The role involves planning and producing original music and sound effects, collaborating with programmers, and leading projects while mentoring team members to improve the audio pipeline.
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Responsibilities
Plans and composes original sound design and music for video and stepper slot machines, as well as other gaming platforms
Uses sound effects, background music (BGM), and voiceover strategically to emphasize gameplay elements and explore new functional sound approaches
Collaborates with programmers to implement audio assets using scripting and integration tools
Demonstrates a solid understanding of development workflows across a wide range of game types, platforms, and products
Performs complex audio data setup efficiently and with minimal errors, including integration of new technologies and platforms with limited support
Participates in the audio adaptation and conversion of legacy games for different platforms, ensuring sound quality and consistency across different hardware and software environments
Identifies and proposes solutions for process improvement within the audio pipeline
Designs sound from the player’s perspective, aligning with psychological expectations, particularly those of players who are deeply engaged in gaming, and enhancing emotional engagement
Assigns priority to sound design areas based on their potential impact on player experience, ensuring focused and effective implementation
Creates competitive and emotionally resonant sound that reflects industry standards and player behavior, contributing to and refining company sound direction
Manages intermediate-scale projects independently or collaboratively, delivering high-quality results within budget and timelines
Executes assigned tasks with minimal supervision and manages time effectively
Anticipates scheduling challenges and communicates proactively to support timeline adjustments
Initiates complex sound design tasks outside of scheduled projects with minimal supervision, demonstrating proactive ownership
Supports and mentors fellow sound designers, providing guidance on intermediate to advanced sound design challenges
Collaborates effectively with teams across Games R&D, including studios and cross-functional departments, to ensure smooth integration of audio into the broader development process
Coordinates, reviews, and verifies game sound with Compliance, Legal, Software, and other departments, as necessary to ensure proper integration
Applies and upholds the company’s sound direction, while proactively proposing enhancements that align with and elevate the creative vision
Performs all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Music, Sound Design, or a related field, plus 5–7 years of experience in game sound development
Alternatively: 4+ years of professional experience in the music or sound design industry, plus 5–7 years of experience in game sound development
Master's degree in Music, Sound Design, or a related field, plus 3–5 years of experience in game sound development
Alternatively: 6+ years of professional experience in the music or sound design industry, plus 3–5 years of experience in game sound development
Demonstrates advanced understanding of sound design principles, including sound effects creation, music composition, audio editing, and acoustic engineering
Demonstrates advanced proficiency in either sound effects creation or music composition, and strong proficiency in the other
Actively self-educates on new sound design techniques and contributes to team growth by sharing and teaching acquired knowledge
Capable of preparing progress reports and organizing/maintaining relevant documentation
Ability to quickly learn platform specifications and proprietary audio tools
Communicates professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all levels of the organization
Must be able to obtain and maintain required gaming licensure(s)
Near-expert in multiple audio production software applications, such as Logic Pro, Cubase, Reaper, Studio One, Digital Performer, Sound Forge, WaveLab, and Pro Tools. Can field questions as needed
Able to use Microsoft Excel from basic operations to moderately advanced functions (e.g., formulas, data organization)
Preferred
Knowledge or experience with audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD is strongly desirable
Benefits
Competitive Wages
Great 401(k) plan with company match
Comprehensive health benefits package
Generous Company paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition reimbursement program
Company
Konami Gaming, Inc.
Konami Gaming, Inc. designs and manufactures slot machines and casino management systems. It is a sub-organization of Konami.
201-500 employees
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Steve Sutherland
CEO
Thomas Jingoli
President and Chief Operating Officer
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