This full-time position is for an audio engineer with recording skills and high-level craftsmanship, coupled with superior editing abilities. The role will help bring high-quality Catholic media to life through various audio projects, playing a key part throughout the audio production process from recording and editing to sound design, mixing, mastering, and final delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with a creative ear, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for using audio storytelling to serve the mission of the Augustine Institute.
Responsibilities
Record, edit, mix, master, and deliver high-quality audio for a wide range of Augustine Institute Studios projects
Support audio production for the Amen App, including prayers, meditations, reflections, podcasts, and other audio experiences
Engineer and produce audio dramas, including dialogue recording, editing, sound design, ambience, Foley, music integration, mixing, and mastering
Record and produce podcasts, interviews, voiceover, narration, audiobooks, music, and other studio-based audio content
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot professional recording equipment, microphones, studio systems, and related hardware
Manage and maintain audio sessions and projects within industry-standard digital audio workstations (DAWs)
Perform detailed dialogue editing, noise reduction, restoration, EQ, compression, balancing, and other processing as needed to achieve professional results
Create and implement sound design that supports storytelling, emotion, atmosphere, and the overall creative vision of a project
Collaborate with producers, directors, writers, composers, and other creative team members to determine appropriate recording and post-production approaches
Participate in recording sessions and provide technical and creative guidance to voice talent and other contributors when appropriate
Ensure audio meets appropriate technical specifications and quality standards for digital distribution, mobile applications, streaming platforms, and other delivery formats
Organize, archive, and maintain audio files, sessions, sound libraries, and project assets in accordance with established Studios workflows
Troubleshoot technical issues and provide audio-production support to members of the Studios team
Help maintain and improve studio workflows, recording practices, and post-production processes
Stay current with developments in audio technology, recording techniques, software, plugins, and emerging production tools
Contribute creatively to the ongoing development of Augustine Institute Studios' audio production capabilities
Requirements
5+ years of professional experience in audio production, engineering, editing, or post-production
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Bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering, Sound Design, Music Production, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered
Advanced proficiency with industry-standard DAWs, particularly Pro Tools; experience with Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or other professional audio platforms is a plus
Strong understanding of professional recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and audio post-production techniques
Demonstrated experience recording and editing spoken-word content, including dialogue, narration, podcasts, voiceover, or audiobooks
Strong knowledge of microphones, signal flow, acoustics, recording equipment, studio systems, and audio troubleshooting
Experience with dialogue cleanup, noise reduction, restoration, and processing of recorded speech
A highly developed ear for audio quality and a meticulous attention to detail
Ability to balance technical excellence with creative storytelling and artistic direction
Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both creative and technical team members
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative production environment
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and resourceful when addressing technical or production challenges
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven creative environment
Willingness to learn new technologies, workflows, and production techniques
A passion for excellence in Catholic media and an appreciation for the mission of the Augustine Institute
Strong understanding of Catholicism
Nice to have:
Experience producing audio dramas or narrative podcasts
Experience creating audio content for mobile apps or digital media platforms
Experience working with voice actors, narrators, composers, and other performers
Experience with immersive or cinematic sound design
Experience with music recording, editing, and production
Familiarity with loudness standards and delivery specifications for streaming, podcasting, mobile applications, and digital distribution
Experience managing large audio libraries and complex production sessions
Faithful Catholic identity
Experience with narrative audio, sound design, Foley, or audio drama production
About the Company
Augustine Institute Studios creates award-winning creative Catholic film and audio content, including the Amen App, audio dramas, podcasts, audiobooks, music, and educational content. The company is a non-profit organization.
