TRAFFIC Western Cape

Sound/Audio Engineer - Freelance

TransPerfect

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Freelance Sound/Audio Engineer!

Are you passionate about sound and obsessed with getting every detail just right? We're looking for talented, enthusiastic Audio Engineers to bring projects to life in a fast-paced studio environment.

From TV series and films to e-learning and audiobooks, you'll play a key role in capturing high quality audio across a variety of exciting productions.

This is a freelance role based on project availability, with work conducted on site at our studio in Airport City, Cape Town, during operational hours (8:00 am to 7:00 pm).

What we're looking for:
  • A sharp ear and strong technical audio skills
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in English and Afrikaans (additional languages are a big plus!)
What You'll Do

Step into a dynamic studio environment where your expertise will shape high quality audio for global audiences. As an Audio Engineer, you will:

  • Lead and record dubbing sessions, ensuring seamless, high quality output
  • Direct and collaborate with voice artists to deliver authentic, consistent performances
  • Maintain clean audio, precise sync, and broadcast ready standards (R128)
  • Manage studio recording sessions end to end
  • Uphold quality, efficiency, and project workflows using internal systems
  • Perform audio post production
Qualifications
  • Qualification in Sound Engineering (Diploma/Degree minimum)
  • Hands on experience in post production, sound design, and mixing
  • Proficiency in DAWs (especially Pro Tools) and Microsoft Office
  • Strong understanding of post production workflows and broadcast standards

️If you're detail driven, technically sharp, and passionate about delivering exceptional audio, we'd love to hear from you!

About This Role

Career insights for Software Developers positions

Salary Benchmark
$132,270/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Common Technologies
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Job Overview

Date Posted
17 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

Software Developers Insights

Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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