Audio Engineer and Editor

The High Performance Podcast; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic audio production company in London is seeking a full-time audio engineer and editor to handle recording, mixing, and editing for podcasts. Candidates should have at least two years of experience in audio roles and proficiency in Adobe Audition. This role offers benefits such as private medical insurance and enhanced parental benefits, with a creative and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

Life insurance

Illness cover

25 holidays per year, plus bank holidays

Work laptop

Qualifications

• Experience in recording with a variety of microphones.
• Attention to detail to attain the best recordings.
• Ability to create audio mixes of consistent and high quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality audio recordings for podcasts.
• Output consistent and high-quality mixes.
• Assist with studio management on production days.

Skills

Audio engineering proficiency

Experience using Adobe Audition

Ability to clean up audio recordings

Speech audio editing

Positive attitude & team spirit

At least two years experience in audio role

Job description

Overview

Based: London (Hybrid, min. 2 days in central London Office, plus record days)

Reports to: Head of Production

About High Performance

High Performance is a UK based company, set up in 2021 after the success of the High Performance podcast. We are a content platform dedicated to producing inspirational, high-quality shows that drive positive change and personal growth. As we expand our slate of programmes, we aim to continue setting the bar for excellence in production and storytelling. Joining our team means being part of a mission-driven company that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Our Values

About the Position

High Performance is growing its slate of shows and requires a full-time audio engineer and editor to take ownership of recording, mixing and editing audio output from our Central London studio. If you thrive in a creative environment, have a passion for high-impact content, and are eager to take ownership of multiple projects, this role could be for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Recording Audio for Podcasts: Ensure quality audio recordings from a range of different podcasts using a combination of close, wireless and overhead mics both in the studio and in the field
• Mixing Audio: Outputting consistent and high-quality mixes from recordings both in the studio and in the field
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Willingness to go beyond the role - brainstorming creative ideas, assisting with tasks and studio management on a production day as required

Key Skills/Experience

• Audio engineering proficiency: Recording with a variety of microphones, with attention to detail and a desire to attain the best possible recordings
• Experience using Adobe Audition
• Ability to clean up audio recordings and use a variety of plug-ins to create audio mixes which are of consistent and high quality
• Speech audio editing: Cutting and rearranging audio which sounds natural and makes editorial sense
• Positive Attitude & Team Spirit: We’re seeking someone who is motivated, solutions-oriented, and eager to contribute across all areas of production. A willingness to help out wherever needed is a must.
• At least two years experience of working in an audio role within a production environment, ideally with podcast or speech radio experience

Benefits

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
• Life insurance
• Illness cover
• 25 holidays per year, plus bank holidays
• Being an integral part of a passionate and purpose driven business and team
• Work Laptop

To Apply

Please complete the google form by Wednesday 17th September:

https://forms.gle/vtP56rLvqZjurXmu6