Recording Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Record VO,lip-sync dialogue and songs with or without video reference according to client specifications

• Record talent in studio and remotely

• Flag any recording issues during sessions to avoid pickups and/or retakes

• Edit audio filesquicklyto removedropoutnoise and irregularities

• Ensure dialogue lip sync and timing

• Report any issues with source material promptly for quick replacement(audio/videodrop-outs, audio glitches, distortions, sync problems, missing lines and all the other errors spotted)

• Problemsolveany software or technical errors that may arise in remote recording

• Work with scheduler and directors tomaintainestablished production schedule

• Remain sensitive to client needs and adjust to new project specifications and deadlines

• Monitor quality of allaudio deliverablestomaintainconsistency

• Back up all projects to the Dubbing driveon a daily basis

• Analyze and resolve work problems proactively when possible

• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product, if needed

• Verify that all special production instructions have been followed prior to delivery

• Confer with department supervisor todetermineprogress of work and toprovideinformation on changes affecting efficiency and quality of production

• Must work overtime and weekends when needed

Essentialqualifications:

• Familiarity withrecording ADR,Dubbingor Animation.

• FamiliarityinMacenvironmentwithProToolsaudio software and hardware, including peripheral equipmentsuch as compressors, microphones andAD Converters, knowledge ofSessionLinkor Source Connect remote recording.

• Familiarity withaudio and session formats andspecifications (.wav, .mp3, .ptx, .omf,…)

• General knowledge of studio recording techniquesboth in studio and remotely

• Ability toidentifyand solve technical problems with equipment when possible

Hourly rate range: $28-$33