Freelance Audio Engineer Full Time NEW

Company Description First Studios is a premium bespoke recording studio based in London, offering a high-end environment for artists, producers, and content creators. The studio provides recording, mixing, and mastering services tailored to diverse musical styles and audio projects. In addition to audio production, First Studios supports clients with full-scale production and professional video services. The team focuses on delivering technically excellent sound while maintaining a creative, collaborative atmosphere. Freelance professionals joining First Studios can expect to work with a variety of clients on both established and emerging projects.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Freelance Audio Engineer role based in Greater London. The Audio Engineer will handle day-to-day studio operations, including setting up and operating microphones, audio interfaces, and related equipment for recording sessions. Responsibilities include engineering and monitoring sessions, gain staging, ensuring optimal sound quality, and applying processing such as EQ, compression, and effects as needed. The role also involves sound design, editing, and mixing to deliver polished final assets for music, voiceover, and video projects. The Audio Engineer will collaborate closely with artists, producers, and video teams, maintain session documentation and backups, and support basic studio maintenance, routing, and troubleshooting of audio and AV systems.

Qualifications

• Strong audio engineering skills, including recording, editing, mixing, and basic mastering.
• Proficiency with microphones and acoustics, including selection, placement, room treatment awareness, and signal flow.
• Experience with sound design for music, post-production, or multimedia projects.
• Working knowledge of audio visual (AV) systems, including routing, monitoring, and integration with video workflows.
• Advanced use of DAWs (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live) and common plug-ins and outboard gear.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to support artists of varying experience levels.
• Strong organizational skills, including file management, session labeling, and backup routines.
• Prior studio or live sound experience in a professional environment; relevant audio or music technology education is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, based on session schedules.