Remote Audio Director Jobs
Remote Audio Director jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams in gaming, entertainment, advertising, and media actively hiring for the role. Employers posting remote audio director openings right now include Bose, JAM Industries, and HARMAN International. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position: Assistant Audio Lead Engineer
Location: South San Francisco
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation- $110,000 - $125,000/annual
(Actual offers may vary by market location, job related knowledge, skills and experience)
GENERAL SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Assistant Audio Lead Engineer serves as the second-in-command of the Audio Department and supports the Head of Audio in delivering consistent, high-quality audio execution across all shows. This role bridges technical execution, crew coordination, equipment oversight, and training, while working closely with Project Managers across multiple locations.
The position carries both leadership and hands-on responsibilities and is critical to maintaining operational standards, staff readiness, and show quality.
Core Responsibilities
· Show Execution & Project Coordination
- Lead and manage audio for assigned shows, acting as the primary audio contact for Project Managers based in the South San Francisco office and at the San Jose Convention Center
- Collaborate with Project Managers during pre-production, load-in, show days, and strike to ensure audio requirements are met
- Support the Head of Audio on large-scale or complex projects, including system planning, deployment, and troubleshooting
- Step into the Audio Lead role as needed in the Head of Audio’s absence
Staffing & Crew Oversight
- Coordinate and assign audio staff for shows, ensuring appropriate skill levels and coverage
- Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and freelance coordination
- Provide on-site leadership and mentorship to audio crew members
Equipment Quality Control & Warehouse Support
- Oversee quality control of audio equipment returning from rentals and shows
- Ensure gear is properly tested, documented, and restored to ready-to-deploy condition
- Communicate equipment issues, repairs, and losses to the Head of Audio and warehouse leadership
- Work collaboratively with warehouse staff to maintain organization and readiness of audio inventory
Training & Standardization
- Train and support local warehouse technicians in audio systems, signal flow, prep standards, and QC procedures
- Assist in developing and maintaining audio department SOPs and best practices
- Promote consistency and professionalism across all audio operations
Non-Show Week Responsibilities
- On non-show weeks, a minimum of two (2) days will be spent working in the warehouse supporting warehouse operations, training, prep, and department initiatives. The remainder of the may be used to work from home.
- Assist with system maintenance, documentation, and process improvements
Expectations & Accountability
- Maintain a high standard of audio quality across all shows
- Communicate clearly and proactively with Project Managers, crew, and department leadership
- Act as a department leader, setting expectations through professionalism, preparedness, and technical excellence
- Identify potential issues early and work toward practical solutions
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the Head of Audio
- Works closely with Project Managers, warehouse staff, and audio technicians across all locations
About FNTECH:
From initial concepts through the successful completion of your project, our team will work closely with you to create an impactful and memorable experience that meets each of your goals and objectives. Whether your project is a large-scale conference, extensive trade show, multi-day road show or a more intimate seminar, training or meet-up or any unique combination of the above. FNTECH is your onestop-shop for strategic event support.
Planning, organizing and conducting an event, no matter the size, can be daunting. At FNTECH, our experienced event management team will work closely with you to ensure each element is not only addressed, but also planned to perfection. Areas of expertise include site selection, theme development, accommodations, registration, catering, supplier negotiation, security, transportation, shipping, branding/signage, ancillary meetings/parties/tours, press/media events, staffing/onsite event execution, entertainment, speaker management, awards/giveaways, photography/videography, budgeting/reconciliation/post analysis, and so much more.
Event staging at FNTECH is an immersive, all-inclusive experience. We offer every piece of equipment, rigging and scenery needed to create your unique look and feel. In short, whatever your team and ours can imagine… we can create!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080
Position: Assistant Audio Lead Engineer
Location: South San Francisco
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation- $110,000 - $125,000/annual
(Actual offers may vary by market location, job related knowledge, skills and experience)
GENERAL SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Assistant Audio Lead Engineer serves as the second-in-command of the Audio Department and supports the Head of Audio in delivering consistent, high-quality audio execution across all shows. This role bridges technical execution, crew coordination, equipment oversight, and training, while working closely with Project Managers across multiple locations.
The position carries both leadership and hands-on responsibilities and is critical to maintaining operational standards, staff readiness, and show quality.
Core Responsibilities
· Show Execution & Project Coordination
- Lead and manage audio for assigned shows, acting as the primary audio contact for Project Managers based in the South San Francisco office and at the San Jose Convention Center
- Collaborate with Project Managers during pre-production, load-in, show days, and strike to ensure audio requirements are met
- Support the Head of Audio on large-scale or complex projects, including system planning, deployment, and troubleshooting
- Step into the Audio Lead role as needed in the Head of Audio’s absence
Staffing & Crew Oversight
- Coordinate and assign audio staff for shows, ensuring appropriate skill levels and coverage
- Assist with scheduling, staffing plans, and freelance coordination
- Provide on-site leadership and mentorship to audio crew members
Equipment Quality Control & Warehouse Support
- Oversee quality control of audio equipment returning from rentals and shows
- Ensure gear is properly tested, documented, and restored to ready-to-deploy condition
- Communicate equipment issues, repairs, and losses to the Head of Audio and warehouse leadership
- Work collaboratively with warehouse staff to maintain organization and readiness of audio inventory
Training & Standardization
- Train and support local warehouse technicians in audio systems, signal flow, prep standards, and QC procedures
- Assist in developing and maintaining audio department SOPs and best practices
- Promote consistency and professionalism across all audio operations
Non-Show Week Responsibilities
- On non-show weeks, a minimum of two (2) days will be spent working in the warehouse supporting warehouse operations, training, prep, and department initiatives. The remainder of the may be used to work from home.
- Assist with system maintenance, documentation, and process improvements
Expectations & Accountability
- Maintain a high standard of audio quality across all shows
- Communicate clearly and proactively with Project Managers, crew, and department leadership
- Act as a department leader, setting expectations through professionalism, preparedness, and technical excellence
- Identify potential issues early and work toward practical solutions
Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the Head of Audio
- Works closely with Project Managers, warehouse staff, and audio technicians across all locations
About FNTECH:
From initial concepts through the successful completion of your project, our team will work closely with you to create an impactful and memorable experience that meets each of your goals and objectives. Whether your project is a large-scale conference, extensive trade show, multi-day road show or a more intimate seminar, training or meet-up or any unique combination of the above. FNTECH is your onestop-shop for strategic event support.
Planning, organizing and conducting an event, no matter the size, can be daunting. At FNTECH, our experienced event management team will work closely with you to ensure each element is not only addressed, but also planned to perfection. Areas of expertise include site selection, theme development, accommodations, registration, catering, supplier negotiation, security, transportation, shipping, branding/signage, ancillary meetings/parties/tours, press/media events, staffing/onsite event execution, entertainment, speaker management, awards/giveaways, photography/videography, budgeting/reconciliation/post analysis, and so much more.
Event staging at FNTECH is an immersive, all-inclusive experience. We offer every piece of equipment, rigging and scenery needed to create your unique look and feel. In short, whatever your team and ours can imagine… we can create!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South San Francisco, CA 94080
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote audio director jobs.
- 7 or more years of professional audio production or sound design experience
- Proven leadership directing audio teams or external vendors across full project cycles
- Expert proficiency in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or equivalent professional DAW
- Experience with interactive audio middleware such as Wwise or FMOD in game pipelines
- Strong creative vision with a portfolio demonstrating shipped titles or broadcast credits
- Bachelor's degree in audio production, music technology, or a closely related field
Tips for Your Remote Audio Director Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote audio director openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through location-based listings that don't apply to you.
Build a portfolio that proves async leadership
Remote employers want evidence you can direct audio without real-time supervision. Document projects where you led sound design, voice direction, or score review remotely, naming the collaboration tools you used and how you delivered notes across time zones.
Demonstrate written communication in your application
Audio directors working remotely spend more time in Slack, shared docs, and async video tools than on live calls. Write your cover materials with the same precision you'd use in a production note, showing you can give clear, actionable direction in text.
Target companies with distributed production pipelines
Remote audio director openings cluster at remote-first game studios, podcast networks, streaming services, and digital agencies that have already built distributed production workflows. Focus your search on companies with no central studio or multi-location teams already operating asynchronously.
Remote Audio Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote audio director job?
Target remote-first studios, distributed game development teams, and digital media companies that build asynchronous workflows into their production pipelines. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to give and receive detailed audio notes without synchronous sessions. A portfolio with documented remote collaborations, DAW proficiency, and demonstrated leadership on distributed projects gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote audio directors?
Remote audio director roles are posted by Bose, JAM Industries, and HARMAN International and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first game studios, distributed advertising agencies, streaming platforms, and digital media companies that build fully remote production teams.
Can you get a remote audio director job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level audio director roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage workflows and communicate direction independently from day one. Smaller remote-first indie studios and podcast networks are more open to emerging candidates. A strong portfolio of self-directed projects, documented async collaboration, and leadership on volunteer or freelance productions can substitute for formal experience.
Do you need a degree for remote audio director jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh a demonstrable portfolio, production credits, and software fluency in tools like Pro Tools, Wwise, or FMOD more heavily than a formal degree. Candidates who can show they've led audio teams, hit deadlines without direct supervision, and communicated effectively in writing routinely advance without a traditional four-year credential.
Which industries hire the most remote audio directors?
Remote audio director roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed production teams that collaborate across time zones, making fully remote audio leadership both practical and common.
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