Audio Engineer - Proficiency in B2B videos
Mexico City, Mexico
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Hogarth is looking for an Audio Engineer
What does Audio Engineer do at Hogarth?
A creative independent thinker to handle the Audio component in a multi-discipline post-production powerhouse, you will be tasked with understanding and executing both creative and technical responsibilities in the post-production lifecycle. We expect you to not only know the how’s of the job, but even more importantly learn the why’s, as you apply your broad knowledge of workflow and best practice excellence across a myriad of complex job types and milestones. We expect you to be comfortable working collaboratively with the whole audio engineering staff sharing projects in our unique workflow.
Applicants with high attention to detail, ability to juggle multiple tasks at once without letting vital team communications slip through the cracks, and an interest in continually contributing to the creative excellence we strive for. We need proactive thinkers who give honest feedback and strive for greatness. Strong English proficiency will be required for this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Rec, edit, mix and sound design audio for video for multiple formats
- Edit and rearrange music tracks from provided stems
- Demonstrate expertise in delivery formats and platform destinations, including final QC
- Manage client expectations while upholding the creative integrity of the piece
- Maintain a close circle of comms with Producers to ensure timely delivery of projects
- Spearhead project wrap efforts to facilitate archival of critical client data
- Know how to troubleshoot a problem and describe an issue clearly to post tech teams
- Comfortable working both on-site and remotely
- Work Collaboratively with other engineers and post staff
- Support B2B client on long talking videos, mixing content with technical financial language
- Clean up audio on previously filmed content
Requirements:
- 5 years minimum experience using Digidesign Pro Tools and associated plug-ins and templates as well as Soundminer, MPEG streamclip, Source Connect, and audio/video chat software( zoom)
- Mixing techniques for stereo and 5.1 projects
- Audio standards, specs & formats (Loudness Levels, frame rates, codecs, etc.)
- Verbal and written communication skills fluent in English
- Experience working on heavy talking videos and content
- Understanding on working on a B2B US based client. Financial industry experience preferred
- Working knowledge and use of Social Media platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook a plus
- Bonus points for those with understanding of binaural and object based audio.
- Working knowledge of musical forms and arrangement
- Portfolio of related work requested
We are a 100% open and diverse company, which is why we want our talent to be recognized for their skills and competencies applicable to this open position. We are committed to inclusiveness and celebrating diversity.
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