Audio Implementer (Temporary Assignment)

This position is for a temporary engagement through our staffing partner Yoh Services.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for this position.

Please note, this is an onsite position.

Summary:

Naughty Dog is seeking an enthusiastic and disciplined individual to join our audio team. The bulk of the work will be tagging animations with our proprietary in-house tools. The ideal candidate possesses a strong sense of timing, rhythm and a focused attention to detail. In addition you may work within our other systems to assist in setting up audio regions for environmental audio. This is not a design position.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and implementing character based sounds (Foley) within animation sets
• Working closely with the Audio Lead and sound design staff to implement sound effects on animations
• Collaborating with Animation team to stay on top of iterative material and respond accordingly
• Implementing effort vocalizations of characters within specific animation sets

Requirements/Skills:

• A fundamental knowledge of sound design and sound editing - most importantly, the timing and placement of sounds in relation to visuals
• Possess technical proficiency including the ability to handle text files, light scripting capabilities, asset management, and proprietary game tools
• Demonstrate solid writing and communication skills
• Clearly and concisely define game critical issues, problem solving capabilities
• Quickly adapt to change, help to find creative solutions and maintain positive momentum in the face of adversity
• Maintain AAA quality work within an aggressive schedule deadline driven environment

Bonus Skills:

• Shipped a game at any level

As a part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates will be expected to provide a portfolio or demo reel of their work and may be asked to complete a test.