About the Position

The Multimedia Audio Specialist will work under the Visual Team Lead as part of the multimedia team to design, record, and edit audio that enhances the learning experience. This includes narration, sound design, foley, background music, and interface audio for a variety of educational and promotional media. The role requires both technical audio production skills and creative sound design sensibilities to support diverse educational content.

Specific Responsibilities

• Audio Recording & Session Management:
• Independently set up recording spaces, organize and manage recording sessions, and guide voice actors for clear and expressive delivery.
• Audio Editing & Cleanup:
• Edit raw recordings for clarity, remove noise, adjust levels, and ensure overall consistency and quality of audio across projects.
• Sound Design & Music Composition:
• Create original music pieces and ambient tracks to complement animated stories and videos. Design sound effects for interfaces, feedback (e.g. quiz sounds), and narrative elements.
• Foley & Audio for Visual Media:
• Produce and sync foley effects for animations and videos to enhance realism and engagement, matching tone and context.
• Field & External Coordination:
• Process and clean field recordings and coordinate with external voice actors or language consultants when needed.
• File & Workflow Management:
• Maintain a well-organized audio library and consistent file naming and structuring to support team collaboration and production workflows.

General Responsibilities

• Project Flexibility:
• Adapt audio production style and tone based on the content ranging from traditional folk-inspired audio to modern, futuristic themes.
• Tool Proficiency & Exploration:
• Use professional audio tools such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, Reaper, or other DAWs. Know basic video editing to be able to apply sound to video. Familiarity with AI audio enhancement tools is a plus.
• Skill Enhancement:
• Stay updated with trends in sound design, audio engineering, and production techniques. Formal training in audio/sound engineering is desirable but not mandatory.
• Team Collaboration:
• Work closely with designers, animators, and content teams to align audio with visual and pedagogical goals.

Eligibility and Personal Traits

• Relevant Experience:
• Proven experience in audio editing, sound design, or music production. Experience in creating educational or media content is a plus.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Proficient in audio recording and editing software. Able to handle tasks such as multi-track editing, noise reduction, equalization, and mastering.
• Creative Versatility:
• Capable of producing a range of audio styles, from simple interface sounds to full musical compositions tailored to diverse educational contexts.
• Attention to Detail:
• Strong organizational and auditory skills with a focus on clarity, pacing, and accessibility in audio production.
• Communication & Adaptability:
• Collaborative mindset, open to feedback, and able to work under evolving project needs and deadlines.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to directly impact the quality of education across multiple subjects in Nepal
• Creative freedom to innovate and experiment with new educational technologies
• Collaborative work environment with passionate educators and technologists
• Professional development opportunities in educational technology and interactive design
• Chance to work on diverse, meaningful projects that reach students across different communities and languages
• Experience working across various educational initiatives from curriculum-based lessons to skill-building courses