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VIDEO GAMES, E-SPORTS & GAMING

Video Game Audio Director

Shape immersive soundscapes and manage complex audio projects while collaborating with developers and designers in video game production.

50 000 – 140 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
3-5 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
3-5 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
50 000 – 70 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
70 000 – 100 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
100 000 – 140 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is often through roles such as sound designer or audio engineer, progressing to director positions with experience.

Training — United States

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in audio engineering or music technology, with practical experience in game audio.

The job market — United States

Video game studios and multimedia companies commonly employ audio directors, with demand linked to game production cycles.

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