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. The ideal candidate will be responsible for recording, editing, tuning, processing, and mixing vocals to a professional, production-ready standard. This full-time, on-site role requires hands-on involvement with live projects, strong technical expertise, and a keen musical ear to ensure high-quality vocal production.

Key Responsibilities
- Record and edit vocal sessions with proper gain staging, level management, and recording techniques.
- Perform vocal tuning and timing corrections while preserving a natural and musical performance.
- Process vocals using professional techniques such as EQ, compression, limiting, saturation, de-essing, automation, and corrective processing.
- Apply creative effects including reverb, delay, and modulation appropriately.
- 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 maintaining 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 without compromising quality.

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 Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) such as FL Studio, Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, or an equivalent.
- Good understanding of microphone selection, placement, and vocal recording techniques.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a well-trained musical ear.
- Ability to identify and correct subtle audio imperfections.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and work effectively under deadlines.
- Knowledge of professional audio workflows, session organization, and file management.

Applicants must submit a portfolio or relevant audio work samples demonstrating their experience in vocal recording, processing, and mixing. Applications without these materials will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
ABS International offers a competitive salary based on experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skills. 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.

This position is full-time, permanent, and requires on-site presence at the Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Block 13-C location in Karachi.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV along with their portfolio or relevant audio samples to be considered for this opportunity.