Lead Sound Engineer

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. Coordinate the global team of Sound Engineers performing postproduction, effects, mastering, levelling, and mixing .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeMexico City • MexicoSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Audio Localization workflows and digital audio workstations, with a strong background in audio postproduction and team management within the video games industry. Proven ability to communicate effectively, manage resources, and drive process improvements while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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Audio Localization WorkflowsDigital Audio WorkstationsDubbing Recording ExperienceTeam ManagementVideo Games Industry Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Audio PostproductionMixingSound Effect CreationBatch AnalysisPerformance FeedbackResource ManagementKPI IdentificationData-Driven AnalysisTechnical SpecificationsWorkflow Planning

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative TeamworkPeople ManagementJudgment in Task PrioritizationAbility to Work Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Video Games MarketRecording StudiosPostproductionAudio QAGlobal Team Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate the global team of Sound Engineers performing postproduction, effects, mastering, levelling, and mixing
Collaborate with Project Managers, Audio Asset Managers, Audio QA, Recording Studios, and other stakeholders
Ensure sufficient resources, timely delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness of final assets
Communicate with the Global Pre, Rec, Post and QA Manager, escalating issues and proposing ideas
Onboard, train, mentor, and provide performance feedback to Sound Engineers
Schedule and approve team members’ days off and coordinate internal and freelance resources
Set yearly goals and coordinate scouting, onboarding, and training of new Sound Engineers
Build relationships with Globalize teams and support Recording Studio managers
Manage planning, workflows, and resources according to workload
Prepare recording sessions and follow technical specifications
Perform audio postproduction and other audio tasks including mixing, sound effect creation, batch analysis, and processing
Support collaboration and mutual support initiatives
Contribute to process and tool improvements
Identify KPIs and produce data-driven analysis
Perform other tasks requested by the Global Pre, Rec, Post and QA Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and another language
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with stakeholders and teams
Advanced knowledge of Audio Localization workflows, processes, and tools
Advanced knowledge of digital audio workstations and innovations in sound
Advanced knowledge of the video games market
At least 3 years of experience in dubbing recording and postproduction
Experience in the videogames industry highly preferred
Demonstrable successful collaborative teamwork, team building, and people management
Ability to prioritize tasks using good judgment
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, complex environment
Ability to guide a team proactively and effectively
CV must be submitted in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunities Policy
Inclusive environment promoting diversity
Priority inclusion of people with disabilities
Fair and ethical hiring practices
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