This role is ideal for a skilled mixing engineer with a deep understanding of Detroit hip-hop and Bay Area influences. The project involves mastering tracks that have been self-recorded and mixed, with a focus on maintaining the genre's signature rawness and energy. The goal is to deliver a clean yet aggressive master that highlights hard-hitting drums, a powerful low end, and forward vocals, while preserving intentional creative effects such as chopped vocals, drops, mutes, and FX transitions. The final masters should avoid over-polishing, ensuring the authentic Detroit sound remains intact. All files are provided as 24-bit WAVs with no limiter on the master bus.
Deliverables
- Master a collection of Detroit hip-hop tracks with Bay Area stylistic elements
- Enhance and preserve the raw, aggressive character of the mixes
- Ensure hard drums, strong low end, and forward vocals are prominent
- Maintain all intentional creative effects, including chopped vocals, drops, mutes, and FX transitions
- Deliver final masters in high-quality 24-bit WAV format
- Provide feedback or suggestions for further mix improvements if necessary
Requirements
- Proven experience in mixing and mastering hip-hop, especially Detroit or Bay Area styles
- Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to deliver aggressive, genre-authentic masters
- Proficiency with industry-standard DAWs and mastering tools
- Keen ear for balancing rawness with clarity and punch
- Ability to work with creative direction and maintain intentional mix effects
- Reliable, communicative, and able to meet project deadlines
- Availability for consultation and feedback during the mastering process
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