Composer/Sound Designer

Job Title: Composer/Sound Designer

Location: Greenville, North Carolina

Department: NC Sound

Reports To: Lead Composer/Sound Designer

Status: Exempt

Please include a link to your portfolio showcasing your best work. Applicants may be asked to complete an audio test for the hiring manager(s).

WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Greenville, North Carolina, with a dedicated game studio in Wilmington, Valicy represents a bold new chapter in gaming innovation. Formerly known as Grover Gaming, we have rebranded to reflect our renewed commitment to exploring new possibilities in land-based gaming. As a developer and distributor of engaging electronic gaming experiences, Valicy is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values with a focus on being relational, excellent, and innovative in all we do. At the heart of our culture are the values represented by our CARE triangle—People, Company, and Work—which continue to guide everything we do. These principles are deeply rooted in who we are and remain central as we grow and evolve. With a focus on collaboration, creativity, and long-term partnerships, Valicy is proud to be part of an industry that is constantly moving forward—and we are excited to grow alongside it.

SUMMARY: Grover Gaming is looking for a talented and full-time composer/sound designer to be a part of an innovative and highly collaborative team of artists, game programmers, and other audio professionals. Our goal is to provide entertaining gaming experiences for the video slots and casino market. The Composer/Sound Designer should not only have the necessary experience, but also the drive and passion to create fun, exhilarating audio for our games. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Understand company Mission, Vision, and Values and be an ambassador of MVV.
• Compose, arrange, and produce original full-length songs to reflect and enhance any given game theme.
• Design sound effects that enhance gameplay, help provide clarity for in-game features and grab a player’s attention.
• Collaborate with multiple teams of artists, programmers, and game designers to create the most cohesive experience for each project.
• Deliver audio assets to game developers and ensure audio assets are correctly implemented.
• Mix audio on game hardware to ensure audio translates to the player experience as intended.
• Adapt to creative feedback and changes to project scope, style, and timeline.
• Offer and develop innovative ways to maximize the slots and casino experience in each of our games.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music or degree in relevant Audio field.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience.
• Strong familiarity with music theory and various musical styles.
• Working knowledge and efficiency with Logic Pro X.
• Familiarity with industry standard sample libraries.
• Skilled at playing piano and using MIDI keyboards for tracking and composing.
• Working knowledge of recording and mixing.
• Incredibly comfortable writing music and designing sound effects for any given style on a tight deadline.
• Highly adaptable with the ability to receive and accept constructive feedback and criticism.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional and enthusiastic work ethic.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Postsecondary Degree/Certificate in Music, Audio Production, or related field.
• Experience working with game audio, video slots and casino games.
• Experience working with the human voice.
• Experience with Unity.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The usual work environment is typical of an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with no material or weather-related hazards except those associated with travel.

This Job Description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing Company objectives. The description incorporates the most typical duties performed and covers only the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is recognized that other related duties not specifically mentioned may also be performed. The inclusion of those duties would not alter the overall evaluation of this position.