Job Description
Augustine Institute Studios is seeking an audio engineer with recording skills and high-level
craftsmanship, coupled with superior editing chops. Please submit a resume and reel that
features a good sampling of your current stylistic sensibilities and technical
competencies.
Seeking a self-motivated production expert who can push projects over the finish line with
a high-level of competency. Experienced editing competencies, with an ear for story,
understanding of the content to relay what is necessary, and a desire to work with our
award-winning creative Catholic film and audio team. This role will help bring high-quality
Catholic media to life through the Amen App, audio dramas, podcasts, audiobooks,
music, educational content, and other audio projects.
The Audio Engineer will play a key role throughout the audio production process—from
recording and editing to sound design, mixing, mastering, and final delivery. The ideal
candidate combines strong technical expertise with a creative ear, exceptional attention to
detail, and a passion for using the craft of audio storytelling to serve the mission of the
Augustine Institute.
A strong understanding of Catholicism is a must; a faithful Catholic identity is a plus. You
will work under the daily direction of the creative and logistic leads of each project. As with
any non-profit organization, multiple hats will be worn that extend to the wider world of
filmmaking.
This full-time position will work out of the Augustine Institute home office in Florissant,
Missouri.
This is a collaborative role that will work closely with producers, directors, writers, voice
talent, composers, and other members of the Studios team to create engaging, polished,
and technically excellent audio experiences. This role will also collaborate and interact
with the Content team at large, that is to say, work with and contribute to content
development teams, curriculum, and other content partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
• Record, edit, mix, master, and deliver high-quality audio for a wide range of
Augustine Institute Studios projects.
• Support audio production for the Amen App, including prayers, meditations,
reflections, podcasts, and other audio experiences.
• Engineer and produce audio dramas, including dialogue recording, editing, sound
design, ambience, Foley, music integration, mixing, and mastering.
• Record and produce podcasts, interviews, voiceover, narration, audiobooks, music,
and other studio-based audio content.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot professional recording equipment,
microphones, studio systems, and related hardware.
• Manage and maintain audio sessions and projects within industry-standard digital
audio workstations (DAWs).
• Perform detailed dialogue editing, noise reduction, restoration, EQ, compression,
balancing, and other processing as needed to achieve professional results.
• Create and implement sound design that supports storytelling, emotion,
atmosphere, and the overall creative vision of a project.
• Collaborate with producers, directors, writers, composers, and other creative team
members to determine appropriate recording and post-production approaches.
• Participate in recording sessions and provide technical and creative guidance to
voice talent and other contributors when appropriate.
• Ensure audio meets appropriate technical specifications and quality standards for
digital distribution, mobile applications, streaming platforms, and other delivery
formats.
• Organize, archive, and maintain audio files, sessions, sound libraries, and project
assets in accordance with established Studios workflows.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide audio-production support to members
of the Studios team.
• Help maintain and improve studio workflows, recording practices, and postproduction
processes.
• Stay current with developments in audio technology, recording techniques,
software, plugins, and emerging production tools.
• Contribute creatively to the ongoing development of Augustine Institute Studios’
audio production capabilities.
Qualifications & Skills
• 5+ years of professional experience in audio production, engineering, editing,
or post-production.
• Bachelor’s degree in Audio Engineering, Sound Design, Music Production, or a
related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard DAWs, particularly Pro Tools;
experience with Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or other professional audio platforms is a
plus.
• Strong understanding of professional recording, editing, mixing, mastering, and
audio post-production techniques.
• Demonstrated experience recording and editing spoken-word content, including
dialogue, narration, podcasts, voiceover, or audiobooks.
• Experience with narrative audio, sound design, Foley, or audio drama
production strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of microphones, signal flow, acoustics, recording equipment,
studio systems, and audio troubleshooting.
• Experience with dialogue cleanup, noise reduction, restoration, and processing of
recorded speech.
• A highly developed ear for audio quality and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to balance technical excellence with creative storytelling and artistic
direction.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage
multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate
effectively with both creative and technical team members.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a
collaborative production environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and resourceful when
addressing technical or production challenges.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven creative environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, workflows, and production techniques.
• A passion for excellence in Catholic media and an appreciation for the mission of
the Augustine Institute.
Preferred Experience
• Experience producing audio dramas or narrative podcasts.
• Experience creating audio content for mobile apps or digital media platforms.
• Experience working with voice actors, narrators, composers, and other performers.
• Experience with immersive or cinematic sound design.
• Experience with music recording, editing, and production.
• Familiarity with loudness standards and delivery specifications for streaming,
podcasting, mobile applications, and digital distribution.
• Experience managing large audio libraries and complex production sessions.
What Success Looks Like
The successful candidate will help Augustine Institute Studios consistently deliver audio
that is technically excellent, creatively compelling, and worthy of the stories and
messages we seek to share. Whether engineering a recording session for the Amen App,
building an immersive soundscape for an audio drama, producing a podcast, or preparing
a final master for distribution, this person will bring professionalism, creativity, and a
commitment to excellence to every project.