About the role
Job Description
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for an experienced Lead Sound Designer to join our studio in Warsaw to drive audio development of Witcher 4. As a Lead Sound Designer, you will be responsible for leading the Sound Design team and collaborating with cross-discipline teams to create and deliver an immersive audio experience for our upcoming game. If you are an accomplished game audio artist and experienced leader with a passion for crafting soundscapes for widely respected, narrative-driven RPGs, we want to hear from you!
Daily Responsibilities:
* Lead a team of Sound Designers and drive game audio development in the project. * Help define and maintain aesthetic continuity throughout the game and trailers, in alignment with previous releases in the IP where appropriate. * Collaborate closely with project Directors, Leads, Producers, and cross-discipline teams (Music, VO, Programmers) to craft immersive, high-quality, and technologically advanced audio experiences. * Plan, revise, track, and execute milestones, sprints, and roadmap deliverables. * Support and coach team members to achieve impactful and high-quality in-game results while fostering their growth and development. * Support the design and development of innovative audio systems using Unreal Engine 5, Wwise middleware, and in-house tools. * Design, implement, and mix original and rich sound effects.
Qualifications
* 7+ years of professional experience in the video game industry, with involvement in multiple shipped AAA titles. * At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role related to sound design or audio direction. * Strong creative skills and a focus on quality, evidenced by a portfolio, demo reel, or game credits. * Collaborative approach to navigating challenges and resolving design obstacles. * Exceptional artistic and creative competence. * Effective cross-disciplinary communication skills. * Ability to manage timelines and coordinate with teams. * Skilled communicator experienced in collaborating across development teams and providing supportive leadership to direct reports.
Nice to Have:
(These skills are not required to apply for the position)
* Experience with Atmos, Surround Sound, 3D Audio, and HRTF. * Experience working with performance capture. * Experience planning and executing field and Foley recording sessions.
Additional Information
Working mode
In-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity in Warsaw, Poland. Relocation is required.
Relocation Support
* Relocation package — flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet and family, shipping your belongings. It’s all covered. * Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you and tax settlements — all you need to feel right at home is taken care of. * Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too. * Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, and paid sick leave.
Health & Well-Being
* Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives. * Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones. * Annual screenings for cancer prevention covered by the company. * Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being initiatives. * Sports card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city. * Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain. * RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events. * RED Summer Camp for Kids — a fun summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by the company.
Perks & Professional Growth
* A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team. * Trainings, lectures, and courses — workshops and trainings for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn! * REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement. * Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
Social Activities & Life in the Office
* Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio. * Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together. * Healthy selections — canteens. * Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world. * Sustainability is an ongoing commitment for us, and our campus has electric car charging points, green zones, and much more. Read all about it on our Beyond the Game Blog. * A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them. * An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes. * No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
Estimated pay range for this position: 31 800 – 43 725 PLN gross monthly. This role may be eligible for a long term incentive program (option to purchase CDPR stock after the vesting period). Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience and qualifications. Type of contract: Employment Contract ("Umowa o pracę").
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