Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer (External Agency Employee)

The posting, as The National Football League wrote it

NFL Films is seeking an experienced Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer to play a critical role in bringing our stories to life through sound. This position is responsible for crafting immersive, broadcast-quality audio experiences across a wide range of NFL Films productions, including documentaries, feature programming, branded content, commercial projects, and digital media.

Working at the intersection of storytelling and technology, the Associate, Post-Production Audio Mixer will lead all aspects of audio post-production, including dialogue editing, sound design, restoration, re-recording mixing, and final delivery. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strong creative instincts, understanding how sound enhances emotion, reinforces narrative, and elevates the viewer experience.

Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, the ability to thrive in a collaborative and deadline-driven environment, and a passion for producing world-class content that reflects the quality and legacy of NFL Films.

This role compensates at $53 to $63 per hour for this long term, benefited contract engagement.

Essential Functions

• Perform dialogue editing, sound effects editing, restoration, and cleanup for a variety of NFL Films productions.
• Create original sound designs that support and enhance storytelling objectives.
• Execute re-recording mixes for documentary, long-form, short-form, commercial, and digital content.
• Deliver final mixes and mix stems in accordance with production, broadcast, and distribution specifications.
• Mix and deliver content in stereo, surround sound, and Dolby Atmos formats.
• Utilize DaVinci Resolve Fairlight and other industry-standard tools to manage audio post-production workflows.
• Apply advanced audio restoration and repair techniques utilizing tools such as iZotope RX.
• Collaborate closely with producers, editors, composers, and other creative stakeholders to ensure audio elements align with the creative vision.
• Troubleshoot technical and workflow challenges while maintaining project schedules and quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting demanding production deadlines.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Audio Engineering, Recording Arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Minimum of 10+ years of professional experience as a Sound Designer and/or Re-Recording Mixer in a post-production environment.
• Demonstrated experience across documentary, sports, commercial, and long-form content production.
• Advanced knowledge of mix stem creation and delivery workflows.
• Extensive experience mixing in stereo, surround, and Dolby Atmos environments.
• Strong understanding of digital audio workstations, audio signal flow, and contemporary post-production techniques.
• Proficiency with audio restoration, repair, and cleanup tools, includi

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and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WHO WE ARE

NFL Core Values

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset