Audio Engineer

Job Description

Direct message the job poster from Howatson+Company Howatson+Company is an advertising agency that’s committed to expressing creativity in all its forms to positively influence people and culture. It’s why we have been recognised with awards for both our work, and as agency of the year. Put simply, we care fiercely. For the people who work here. For the brands we work on. And for the community we live in. That’s why we overinvest in training, generosity and pausing to recognise excellence and effort in our people. It’s also why we’re 100% carbon neutral. What is my job? We’re searching for an exceptionally skilled and creative Senior Audio Engineer / Composer to join Howatson+Company, a full-service advertising agency located in Melbourne, reporting to the Head of Production. You’ll play a pivotal role in crafting the soundscapes that define our clients’ brands, producing everything from original compositions and sound design to final audio mixes for campaigns across TV, radio, digital, and more. In this role, you’ll showcase your technical expertise and musical creativity while collaborating with some of the most innovative minds in the industry. A day in the life: Work closely with clients, creative teams, and producers to interpret briefs and deliver high-quality audio solutions. Compose original music tailored to a wide variety of brand styles, campaign objectives, and emotional tones. Record, mix, and master audio content for TV, radio, podcasts, social media, and digital platforms. Engineer high-quality voiceovers, ensuring crystal-clear recording and professional direction during sessions. Design and create bespoke sound effects and atmospheric audio elements to enhance storytelling. Ensure all soundtracks and mixes comply with industry standards for broadcasting and digital platforms. Collaborate with external music houses, voice actors, and other creative partners when necessary. Manage the end-to-end audio production process, from concept and execution to final delivery. Maintain an organised workflow while juggling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines. Stay on top of emerging trends in audio production, sound design, and music composition. How will we know you are the one? You have 5+ years of experience in audio production, sound design, and music composition, ideally in an advertising or creative agency environment. You’re proficient in industry-standard software like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, or similar DAWs, and have a strong understanding of audio plugins, mixing tools, and mastering techniques. Your portfolio demonstrates mastery across various genres and the ability to create unique, brand-aligned soundscapes. You can edit, mix, and master audio content with precision, ensuring impeccable quality for final delivery. You’ve worked on high-profile campaigns (film, digital, or radio) and are familiar with the nuances of client-driven audio projects. You’re confident directing voiceover talent during recording sessions, ensuring the best performances. You’re an exceptional collaborator who can communicate technical audio concepts clearly to non-technical teammates and clients. You thrive under pressure and can balance creativity with tight timelines to consistently deliver exceptional results. You understand the role of sound in enhancing storytelling and brand messaging, constantly finding ways to elevate the creative output. You have strong organisational skills, keeping sessions, files, and logs clean and accessible for team collaboration. Other things that will make you excel in this role: Experience with remote recording setups and live audio capture. Expertise in integrating licensed tracks into campaigns while ensuring they align seamlessly with project needs. A strong understanding of sound in digital-first campaigns, including dynamic audio for social media and interactive platforms. Familiarity with working alongside motion designers or video editors to integrate audio perfectly into visual storytelling. A refined ear for music trends, giving you insights into what resonates with diverse audiences and industries. A passion for leveraging audio innovations like 3D sound, binaural recordings, or experimental techniques. Comfortable working on projects ranging from high-end commercial spots to fast-turnaround, high-volume content. Experience with sourcing, managing, or collaborating with external music houses and composers. A creative, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to problem-solve under tight deadlines. A positive and proactive attitude that inspires confidence in clients and collaborators alike. Who are Howatson + Company? Howatson + Company are a fully integrated creative agency that believe in the power of influence. We believe that the magic comes from the ‘+’. The intersection of diverse people, culture and capabilities, that create solutions that drive business outcomes for our clients and leave the world a better place. We care fiercely about the people we work with, the brands we work on and the world we live in. We have five key values: Act without judgement or preconceptions to find the truth Diversity creates breakthrough Magic lives at the intersection of people, culture and capability We can only afford to be distinctive No ‘house style’, we express creativity in all its forms Never walk alone It’s everyone’s job to think, to craft, to support Values cost something Talk is cheap, we act with valour regardless the cost Some of our most recent accolades Contagious Pioneers - Best and Bravest 2024 Cannes Global Independent Agency of the Year - Good 2023, #1 Independent Agency Australia 2024 Campaign Asia AU/NZ Best Culture, Independent (Gold), Content Marketing (Silver) and Integrated Marketing (Silver) Agency of the Year 2024 Adnews Creative, Independent, Employer and Agency of the Year 2024 Mumbrella Creative, Independent and Emerging Agency of the Year 2023, Full Service Agency of the Year 2024 B&T Independent Agency of the Year 2023, Advertising Agency of the Year 2024 TopFice AU Independent Agency of the Year 2024 LBB AU Independent Agency of the Year 2023 Andy's Global Independent Agency of the Year 2023 Spikes Grand Prix, Independent Agency of the Year 2023 AWARD Emerging Agency of the Year 2023 Howatson+Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We invite anyone to apply. Please send your details and CV to If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let the recruitment consultant know. To be eligible to apply, you must have Australian working rights. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Advertising, Production, and Art/Creative Industries Advertising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr