Sound Designer II Job at UFC (Las Vegas)

Job Description

The UFC is seeking an Audio Re-recording Mixer / Sound Designer to join our Emmy Award-winning production team in Las Vegas. The ideal candidate will have experience mixing a wide array of long form, short form, and promotional content for major sports and/or entertainment brands, across various media platforms. We’re looking for a creative, as well as technically skilled engineer who is familiar with the audio challenges and trends in sports media / documentaries and is current with the latest audio techniques and software. We are seeking someone who can use their originality and imaginative capabilities to create compelling mixes and sound effects.

Job Responsibility

Mix a variety of long form content, including but not limited to feature length documentaries, episodic series, and supporting promotional elements
Generate creative sound design and strategize effective applications for it across the entire spectrum of UFC productions
Create original sound effects
Conceptualize creative approaches to audio production and review current systems for optimization
Create unique and innovative procedures for audio and audio related tasks across all aspects of production and post-production
Mix a variety of short form content, including but not limited to digital series, features, trailers, and promotional assets for television and radio
Collaborate and communicate effectively with video editors to get the best audio results
Works independently on some projects and collaborates with teammates on others
Works at the direction of Producers to apply editorial notes and revise audio assets
Works to elevate the sound of our productions creatively and technically to equal or exceed industry standards
Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years mixing experience on both short form and long form projects for broadcast television
Must be proficient in Avid Pro Tools, iZotope RX, and plugins from major developers
Must be proficient in noise reduction and dialogue editing techniques
Must have knowledge of audio signal flow, EQ / compressor techniques and core audio concepts
Must understand C.A.L.M. act loudness specifications
Must understand basic video formats and AAF/OMF import functionality
Must have experience recording voice overs in person as well as remotely via Source Connect
College degree preferred, High School diploma or equivalent GED required
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary
Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines
Must maintain discretion and confidential information
Must have working knowledge of basic administrative office computer programs, on Mac and Windows PC workstations
Candidates will be subject to an audio test to assess technical ability and aptitude

Nice to have

Experience with location sound recording and equipment
Experience with working for an agency, post-production company or broadcast creative team
Experience in a sports environment
Knowledge of MMA

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