What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sound Designer position at UFC?
Who We Are:
UFC® is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 290 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 975 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS®, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality. TKO is majority owned by Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: EDR), a global sports and entertainment company.The Role and What You’ll Do:
The UFC is seeking a Sound Designer to join our Emmy Award-winning production team in Las Vegas. The ideal candidate will have some experience with post-production audio mixing and the associated, common software and tools. They will provide support to the audio team and be assigned mixing projects as needed.
- Prepare sessions and do basic sound editing.
- Mix ticket and tune in spots for television broadcast and radio.
- Works independently on some projects and collaborates with teammates on others.
- Assist on various location shoots and productions.
- Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned
You Have These:
- College degree in audio production or equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge of Avid Pro Tools, iZotope RX, and plugins from major developers.
- Knowledge of audio signal flow, EQ / compressor techniques and core audio concepts.
- Experience with location sound recording and equipment a plus.
- Experience with working for an agency, post-production company or broadcast creative team is a plus.
- College degree preferred, High School diploma or equivalent GED required.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail is necessary.
- Must be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Must maintain discretion and confidential information.
- Must have working knowledge of basic administrative office computer programs, on Mac and Windows PC workstations.
- Knowledge of MMA is a plus.
- Work hours will typically take place Monday through Friday, but candidate will be expected to work occasional nights and weekends when necessary.
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