Post Production Audio Engineer – North East Screen

The East Wing is an award‑winning audio post‑production facility based in Newcastle upon Tyne, delivering high‑quality work across drama, children’s television, commercials and factual content for major UK broadcasters and global streaming platforms.

Recent projects include work for the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, Netflix and Disney+. As the company continues to grow, The East Wing is seeking a talented Post Production Audio Engineer to join the team and contribute to the delivery of premium broadcast and streaming projects.

This is a full‑time, client‑facing studio role based entirely on site at The East Wing. Due to the collaborative nature of the work, remote or hybrid working is not possible.

The East Wing is looking for an experienced Post Production Audio Engineer who can:

Lead ADR, VO and voice‑to‑picture recording sessions with talent, producers and agency clients
Tracklay, edit dialogue and design sound with sensitivity to narrative and tone
Mix stereo and 5.1 content to UK broadcast loudness standards
Create and manage full mix stems, versioning and final deliverables
Maintain rigorous QC standards and meet technical delivery specifications
Organise session structures and workflows across shared storage systems
Prepare sessions in advance to ensure efficient client‑attended bookings
Liaise effectively with producers, editors and post teams
Represent the studio professionally in attended and remote sessions

This role suits someone who is confident in client‑facing environments, remains calm under pressure, and takes pride in delivering high‑quality work.

Essential Experience & Skills

Professional experience in a broadcast post‑production environment
Proven experience mixing longform and/or commercial content for UK broadcasters or streaming platforms
Advanced proficiency in Avid Pro Tools
Strong understanding of UK broadcast delivery standards and workflows
Experience delivering full stems and managing mix versioning
Strong understanding of audio signal flow within professional studio settings
Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
Strong problem‑solving ability and calmness under pressure
Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high technical standards
Highly organised with a structured approach to project management
Positive, professional attitude with strong teamwork skills

Desirable Skills & Experience

Relevant technical or software certifications
Experience with drama workflows
Experience mixing in Dolby Atmos
Familiarity with plugins such as RX, Waves, Nugen or FabFilter
Experience using remote recording platforms (Source Connect, Nexus Gateway, SessionLinkPro)
Working knowledge of Reaper and/or Nuendo

Who You Are

Calm, professional and positive in client‑attended sessions
A strong communicator who puts clients and talent at ease
Motivated, self‑directed and comfortable owning projects
Passionate about sound and continuous creative/technical development

Why Join The East Wing?

A diverse slate of work across drama, children’s TV, factual and commercials
Delivery for major UK broadcasters and global streaming platforms
A growing studio where your work is visible and valued
Opportunities to broaden your experience across a wide range of projects
Professional development in evolving post‑production technologies
Birthday leave (additional annual leave on birthday month)
Pension scheme (5% employer contribution, 3% employee minimum)

This role offers genuine responsibility and the chance to build significant broadcast credits while developing your craft within a supportive, experienced team.