Creative Video Editor and Producer
The Nitrous Effect
Salary
💰 $10 - $20 per hour
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Design and implement a wide range of sound effects to enhance the emotional impact and realism of narrative content.
- Record and edit Foley to sync with on-screen action.
- Clean up and edit dialogue tracks to remove background noise and improve clarity.
- Collaborate with editorial team, directors, and composers.
- Perform final audio mixes balancing dialogue, music, sound effects, and Foley.
- Ensure all mixes meet broadcast loudness standards and technical specifications.
- Conduct quality control checks on all delivered audio.
- Manage audio assets and project files, ensure sessions are organized and archived.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to audio software and hardware.
- Report on department metrics and stay updated on industry trends.
Requirements
- Experience in a high-volume content creation environment, preferably with scripted narrative content.
- Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Film, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Sound Designer, Audio Mixer, or similar role in a fast-paced production setting.
- Expert-level proficiency with a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, or Adobe Audition.
- Strong understanding of audio signal flow, acoustics, and mixing techniques.
- Proficiency with industry-standard audio plugins for EQ, compression, noise reduction, and reverb.
- Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- A proactive problem-solver with a strong work ethic.
- Experience with advanced noise reduction software (e.g., iZotope RX).
- Bonus: Experience with spatial audio formats like Dolby Atmos.
- A portfolio or reel showcasing your work on past projects.
