Vocal Mix Engineer/Sound Engineer

ABS International is looking for a talented and detail-oriented Vocal Mix Engineer to join its in-house Audio Production Team based in Karachi. This full-time, permanent position requires hands-on involvement with live projects, focusing on recording, editing, tuning, processing, and mixing vocals to a professional, production-ready standard. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a well-trained ear, and the ability to work efficiently within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities
- Record and edit vocal sessions using proper gain staging, level management, and recording techniques.
- Perform vocal tuning and timing correction while maintaining a natural and musical performance.
- Process vocals with professional techniques including EQ, compression, limiting, saturation, de-essing, automation, and corrective processing.
- Apply creative effects such as reverb, delay, and modulation appropriately to enhance the vocal sound.
- Identify and remove unwanted noise, distortion, clicks, pops, and other audio imperfections.
- Mix vocals with instrumental and music tracks to achieve clarity, balance, depth, and presence.
- Ensure vocals sit naturally within the overall production while preserving the character of the performance.
- Collaborate closely with artists, content teams, and other production staff to achieve the desired sound.
- Maintain organized DAW sessions, audio files, project folders, plugins, and production records.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines while maintaining consistent quality standards.

Required Qualifications
- Proven hands-on experience as a Vocal Mix Engineer, Audio Engineer, Sound Engineer, Mixing Engineer, or in a similar role.
- Strong practical knowledge of vocal recording, editing, processing, and mixing workflows.
- Advanced understanding of vocal-processing techniques including EQ, compression, limiting, saturation, de-essing, automation, reverb, and delay.
- Proficiency in at least one professional DAW such as FL Studio, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, or an equivalent platform.
- Good understanding of microphone selection, placement, and vocal recording techniques.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a well-trained musical ear capable of identifying and correcting subtle audio imperfections.
- Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and work under tight deadlines.
- Strong knowledge of professional audio workflows, session organization, and file management.

A portfolio or relevant audio work samples demonstrating experience in vocal recording, processing, and mixing are mandatory. Applications submitted without these samples will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
ABS International offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skill level. Compensation details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates during the interview process. Established in 2009, ABS International operates as a direct US Principal with over 200 professionals and more than 16 years of continuous operations. The company provides a professional and structured work environment ideal for individuals seeking to grow their careers within a collaborative production team.

Work Location: Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Block 13-C, Karachi
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site