Video sound engineer

Job Description: Sound Engineer

About the Rol

e We are seeking a meticulous and technically proficient Sound Engineer to join our in-house video production team. In this role, you will take ownership of the audio production pipeline, from on-set recording to post-production mixing and mastering. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring our video content—whether educational masterclasses, brand films, testimonials, or explainers—delivers pristine, immersive audio that complements our high-caliber visuals

. Your expertise will directly impact the viewer experience, ensuring clarity, consistency, and professional broadcast quality sound across all our productions

.
Key Responsibilit

ies On-Set Audio Record

ing Plan and execute location sound recording, ensuring clean dialogue capture, minimal ambient noise, and optimal mic placement for various video forma ts. Operate and manage professional audio recording equipment, including shotgun microphones, lavalier systems, audio recorders, boom poles, and wireless audio ki ts. Conduct sound checks, monitor levels in real time, and troubleshoot issues on set to ensure uncompromised audio captu re. Implement best practices for soundproofing and ambient control, particularly in studio environmen

ts. Audio Post-Product

ion Perform audio editing, clean-up, mixing, and mastering for all types of video conte nt. Reduce noise, hums, and unwanted frequencies using industry-standard software like Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, or Da Vinci Resolve Fairlig ht. Synchronize audio with video footage, ensuring lip sync accuracy and audio continui ty. Design and incorporate sound effects, room tone, and background scores, collaborating with composers or sourcing royalty-free libraries when requir

ed. Sound Quality & Consiste

ncy Maintain a consistent audio signature and brand sound identity across all vide os. Ensure voice clarity, balanced tone, and correct loudness levels, optimized for various platforms (You Tube, LMS, social media, etc .). Implement Loudness Standards (LUFS), Dynamic Range Control (DRC), and EQ balancing appropriate for the content ty

pe. Equipment Management & Workflow Optimizat

ion Manage, maintain, and upgrade audio equipment inventory, including microphones, audio interfaces, mixers, and monitoring syste ms. Recommend and integrate new technologies or tools that enhance recording quality or workflow efficien cy. Document and refine audio production workflows, ensuring smooth handoffs between recording, post, and delivery tea

ms.
What We're Looking

For Experience: 2+ years as a Sound Engineer, Location Sound Recordist, or Audio Post-Production Specialist in professional video production environme nts. Technical Proficie ncy: Mastery of audio recording tools (Zoom F series, Sound Devices Mix Pre, Rode, Sennheiser, Shure, or equivalent professional microphon es). Strong command over DAWs (Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Fairlight, Logic P ro). Familiarity with audio plugins for noise reduction, de-reverb, EQ, compression, and limit ing. Attention to Detail: Acute sensitivity to audio imperfections, pacing, volume consistency, and tonal bala nce. Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot live sound issues swiftly and effectively, ensuring minimal downtime on shoot d ays. Collaborative Spirit: Comfort working in close coordination with cinematographers, directors, and editors, with a proactive approach to creative problem-solv

ing.
Nice to

Have Experience with 5.1 Surround and immersive audio for mats. Knowledge of Foley recording, ADR, and voiceover session direc tion. Familiarity with audio for animation and motion graphics proj ects. Understanding of broadcast standards and delivery formats for OTT, You Tube, and LMS platf

orms.
Why Jo

in Us?At Nxt Wave, we believe sound is not just an accessory—it's a driving force behind emotional impact and engagement. As a Sound Engineer, you will have the opportunity to shape the sonic identity of our content, ensuring that every word, every note, and every silence contributes to an exceptional learning and brand exper

ience. You'll be part of a creative, future-forward team, working on projects that redefine education through cinematic storyte lling.