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Audio Engineer
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Record, mix, and master audio for music, podcasts, film, games, and live events
$35,000 – $100,00040% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels
Assistant Engineer → Audio Engineer → Senior Engineer → Studio Manager / Head of Audio
$100k
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Audio Engineers capture, manipulate, and refine sound for music productions, podcasts, film/TV, video games, and live events. They operate recording equipment, mix multi-track sessions, and master final audio products. In 2026, audio engineers work with immersive spatial audio (Dolby Atmos), AI-assisted mixing tools, remote recording sessions, and growing podcast/audiobook production demand. Industry Demand: steady — audio content production grows across music, podcasts, gaming, and streaming
💰 Salary Range
Entry
$35K
Senior
$100K
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