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Sr. Sound Designer [Black Budget]
1 year ago
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
We are KRAFTON – a collective of independent game development studios brought together to create innovative and engaging entertainment experiences for gamers across the world.
Since the release of our flagship title – PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS – in 2017, it has become one of the highest selling video games of all time with over 70 million copies sold.
We are headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, with regional KRAFTON offices located across the globe.
Our Amsterdam Office is KRAFTON’s EMEA Headquarters which covers the Europe, Middle East & Africa, and the CIS regions, with teams dedicated to Publishing, Esports, Content, Communications and General Operations. These teams support all local offices and development studios in our region.
Onsite, our Amsterdam Office also houses PUBG Studios which is busy with the development of an exciting new IP, currently known as Project “Black Budget”.
We are looking for an experienced Sound Designer with a passion for game audio and high attention to detail. As a Senior Sound Designer, you will be joining a team of audio specialists where your skills will be essential in creating an immersive, state-of-the-art, AAA experience.
Please apply with a cover letter and a showreel.
Basic Roles and Responsibilities:
- Design and implementation of high-quality sound effects.
- Collaborate closely with others to develop and refine audio assets and systems.
- Scheduling, coordinating, and tracking your work.
- Support others with knowledge and practical help.
We are ideally looking for:
- Excellent sound design skills.
- Ability to follow a creative direction.
- Familiar with current sound design trends in AAA FPS games.
- Demonstrable experience with sound design for games.
- Demonstrable knowledge of game audio systems and implementation.
- Proficient with Audiokinetic's Wwise.
- Experience with Cubase or Nuendo.
- Familiar with Unreal Engine.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Previous work experience in similar positions.
The following is a plus :
- A Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Sound Design or similar studies.
- Experience working on AAA projects / shipped at least one PC title (TPS or FPS).
- Experience with sound design for competitive FPS shooters.
What we offer:
- A competitive salary
- An allowance to cover the Dutch mandatory health insurance
- 25 paid + 4 extra paid working days off a year
- Relocation package
- Pension scheme
- A commuter allowance
- A range of snacks & drinks
- Full assistance with visas and the 30% ruling applications when the candidate is eligible
More about our Amsterdam office…
Our office is situated in the Amsterdam Zuid area, a buzzing business hub in the southern part of the city.
Close to our office you can find a broad choice of cuisine – such as the iconic Market 33 Food Hall, offering vibrant social settings.
Also, nearby is one of the main public transportation hubs – Amsterdam Zuid train, metro, tram & bus station, bringing the city’s highlights close, be it one of the many museums, canals, parks, or culinary experiences you are interested in.
Likewise, our Amsterdam team reflects the city’s diverse atmosphere – being mainly expats, we currently represent more than 40 different nationalities, and we are still expanding our team!
We welcome all applications!
We are proud to have such a multicultural environment and we strive to create a safe, inclusive, and harmonious atmosphere for everyone to thrive in. We invite applications from all genders, sexual orientations, races, colors, religions, and ages.
If this sounds like a good fit for your skills and experience, then apply right away!
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