Hi all, we're a Half-Life 2 modification called Off Limits, and we're looking for a sound engineer to help us develop our game. For those that don't know what 'modding' is all about, it's basically a bunch of gamers that develop a full-blown game based on an existing graphics engine as a hobby project ( read: unpaid ;) ). Off Limits is a multiplayer modification set in a post-apocalyptic setting that's all about two opposing teams hunting a player-controlled, near-invulnerable alien. Add some nifty features like wallwalking, boobytraps and a gameplay twist and you're in for an intense hunt. We're almost three years into development now, and are in alpha testing stage. We've grown into a project that will get released (probably this year even), and will be high quality. We're looking for a sound engineer that can help us create new sound effects. Your main task would initially be producing sounds for our arsenal (conventional weaponry, handguns, machineguns, etc), but we also need ambient/atmospheric sounds and vehicle sounds. As I said, this is a voluntary project, but we can offer you an interesting ride (no, not a car, it's a metaphor :D). Our team varies from amateurs to movie-industry professionals, so you'll get experience working alongside talented and motivated people. We have a nice atmosphere going on, but we try to stick to professionalism as much as possible. If you're interested in finding a job in the game industry, Off Limits will be something you can put on your resume, and be proud of. If you're interested, or know where we could find someone fit for the job, please drop us a mail at info@off-limits.be . If you'd like to know more about our game, check out some of our media at http://mods.moddb.com/1971/news-features/Off-Limits/ or drop by our site at http://www.off-limits.be .

I stumbled across your post and would like to offer my services, if they are needed. I'm a talented composer wanting to score video games and produce sound design. I would like to direct you to my web page where you can read my bio and resume, check out some pictures of me and also (most importantly) hear samples of my work.

Here is the link: www.madsenstudios.com

Here are some highlights of my resume:

I have worked on four major projects: 3 online PC games and one Nintendo DS game.

I have worked in the recording studio environment before.

I have experience being a recording technician for all major concerts and events at Oklahoma Bapt. University for two years.

I have also maintained a home studio that consists of Cakewalk 4 Studio, Acid Pro 4, Soundforge 6, Cool Edit Pro 2, East West Symphonic Orchestra and Edirol Sound Canvas SD-80.

I have two degrees in music; a Bachelors Degree and a Masters Degree.

I have composed around sixty songs in various styles. I would be more than happy to provide a demo disc so you can hear what I've been able to do on my own.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time.

Thank you for your time,
Nathan Madsen
www.madsenstudios.com

nsmadsen@yahoo.com
nathan.madsen@gmail.com

nsMadsen: I listened to some of your sample songs on your site; you've got some good quality stuff there. What samples did you use for that saxophone in your "laid-back groove" piece? That sounds amazing.