IGT - Studio Audio Director US

Audio Engineer is needed in Las Vegas, United States.

Client: IGT

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

The Studio Director of Audio is the senior audio leader responsible for defining, advancing, and championing audio excellence across a portfolio of game studios in the United States. This role provides strategic, creative, operational, and people leadership for all audio disciplines, including sound design, music, voice, audio implementation, and audio technology. The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in game audio development with exceptional leadership, communication, and coaching skills, and will be passionate about raising the creative and technical bar while helping teams deliver immersive and memorable player experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Audio Strategy & Vision

• Define and drive the long-term audio vision and strategy across US studios.
• Establish audio quality goals, creative principles, and best practices that support world-class player experiences.
• Champion the role of audio as a core pillar of gameplay, immersion, accessibility, emotional engagement, and brand differentiation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, workflows, and industry trends to continuously advance audio capabilities.
• Serve as a key advisor to studio and product leadership on audio opportunities, risks, and investments.

Audio Quality & Standards Leadership

• Serve as the principal authority on audio quality across the US studio portfolio.
• Regularly evaluate games throughout development and live operations to assess audio quality and overall player experience.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve the quality of game audio.
• Establish and communicate studio-wide audio standards and best practices.
• Lead audio reviews, listening sessions, and quality audits.
• Foster a culture of craftsmanship and player-focused design.

Studio Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing organization of audio professionals.
• Create an environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.
• Conduct talent reviews and partner with HR on workforce planning.

Production & Delivery Excellence

• Oversee audio development across multiple studios and projects.
• Ensure audio teams deliver high-quality work that meets project goals and budgets.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Technical Leadership

• Partner with engineering teams to establish audio technology roadmaps.
• Support innovation in areas like adaptive music systems and spatial audio.
• Promote technical excellence across teams.

External Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with composers and other external partners.
• Ensure external deliverables meet quality expectations.
• Support contract negotiations and resource planning.

Operational & Financial Management

• Develop and manage departmental budgets and resource allocation plans.
• Drive operational effectiveness through improvement initiatives.
• Track performance metrics related to quality and team health.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in game audio or related digital media industries.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing audio teams.
• Proven success shipping multiple commercial game titles across various platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in audio development processes.
• Strong understanding of game development and cross-functional collaboration.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing budgets and strategic initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading audio organizations across multiple studios or products.
• Knowledge of modern audio middleware tools.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards in audio design.
• Experience in live-service game development.

Additional Information

Reporting Relationship: The Studio Director of Audio reports to the Head of Game Studios - US and partners with various leaders across the organization.

Compensation: The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $170k – $200k USD. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, and location.

Benefits: IGT offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include a 401(k) plan, insurance options, paid time off, and wellness programs.

IGT is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.