Sound Designer Intern (Unpaid) - Icy Studios

Are you passionate about creating immersive audio experiences that bring games to life? Icy Studios, a rising force in game development, is looking for a Sound Designer Intern to craft compelling soundscapes, effects, and music for our upcoming titles. This role offers hands-on experience working on real projects in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do:

🎵 Create Immersive Soundscapes – Design and implement high-quality sound effects, ambient sounds, and interactive audio elements that enhance gameplay.

🎛 Work with Audio Tools & Middleware – Utilize tools like FMOD, Wwise, or game engines (Unity, Unreal) to integrate audio assets effectively.

🎮 Collaborate with Developers & Artists – Work closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to ensure audio complements the game’s vision and mechanics.

🔊 Edit, Mix & Master Audio – Process and refine recorded or synthesized audio to meet professional quality standards.

🎙 Experiment & Innovate – Explore new techniques and technologies to create unique and engaging audio experiences.

What We’re Looking For:

🎶 Passion for Game Audio – A deep love for sound design, game music, and interactive audio.

🛠 Basic Audio Skills – Familiarity with DAWs (Pro Tools, Reaper, Ableton, etc.), field recording, and sound editing.

🎮 Game Engine Knowledge – Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, FMOD, or Wwise is a plus.

🤝 Team Player – Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.

📂 Portfolio or Demo Reel – Examples of previous sound design work (from projects, coursework, or game jams) are highly encouraged

What You’ll Gain:

🎧 Hands-on experience designing and implementing audio for games.

🌎 Industry connections with game developers, artists, and designers.

📜 A portfolio filled with real-world game projects.

🕒 Flexible hours with remote or hybrid work options.