Archetype Entertainment is a new game studio in Austin, Texas led by industry veterans from BioWare and other AAA studios. Archetype is a division of Wizards of the Coast (Hasbro). We are building a development team with world-class talent to create a new science fiction universe for our first multiplatform roleplaying video game.
Our goal is to create the greatest story-driven roleplaying games in the world.
At Archetype, we believe there will always be a place for story-driven roleplaying games that put the player at the center of an epic personal narrative with impactful choices. We also believe that game studios should empower top developers and challenge them with ambitious projects that are shaped by a strong, clearly communicated creative vision.
We chose Austin because it is a great place to live and work. Austin is the capital of Texas and is a fast-growing city with a vibrant music scene, cosmopolitan culture, a world-class university (the University of Texas at Austin -- “Hook ‘em Horns!”), and scenic rolling hills. It was recently voted the #1 place to live in America for the third year in a row — based on affordability, job prospects, and quality of life.
We are seeking a Sound Designer to join our team. The primary focus of this role is authoring and implementing incredible game audio, but you will also be expected to help design game audio systems, audio project structures, and help with source acquisitions. Our ideal candidate is highly creative and technical, with an extraordinary work ethic. Strong interpersonal skills and a great attitude are a must. Applicants are required to submit an audio reel along with resume. An additional Audio Test may be required.
What You'll Do:
- Author industry-best sound effects and elegantly implement them into the game.
- Collaborate with Audio Director to plan and actualize cutting-edge Audio systems.
- Build and iterate on systems until our game delivers a legendary audio experience.
- Participate in field recordings, foley sessions, Audio summits, and other excursions.
- Coordinate with the rest of the development team, and act as an exemplary representative of the Archetype Audio Team at large.
What You'll Bring:
- Contribute to a shipped AAA title’s development from start to finish.
- 4 +years experience in AAA game development.
- Demonstrable technical prowess regarding implementation of game assets in Unreal Engine, and building audio and music systems in Wwise.
- Excellent time management skills, and ability to actualize sounds in the game in a timely fashion.
- An upbeat, positive attitude is essential to this role… we are developing phenomenal games here!
- Must love/live/breathe Game Audio and maintain a highly dedicated work ethic with attention to detail.
- Consummate knowledge of the game development cycle and standard development tools.
- Mastery level experience using WWISE.
- Mastery level experience using Unreal Engine.
- Advanced knowledge building an interactive music system in Wwise is a major plus!
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
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