G.A.N.G. Demo Derbies Return to GameSoundCon
The Game Audio Network Guild is hosting its annual Demo Derbies at GameSoundCon—covering sound design, music, and voiceover. Participants submit their work to be reviewed live by a panel of industry pros. Spots are limited and reviewed in order received, so get your submissions in early via the G.A.N.G. website!wo.
Read the full article: https://www.audiogang.org/demo-derby-submission/
Sean Astin Elected SAG-AFTRA President, Michelle Hurd Named Secretary-Treasurer
Sean Astin has been elected SAG-AFTRA President, with Michelle Hurd named Secretary-Treasurer, marking a new chapter in union leadership. Astin, the first second-generation president (his mother was Patty Duke), called for “optimism and creativity” as the union faces industry-wide transitions. Hurd promised to “guard and grow” union resources during this pivotal time. Both ran with the Coalition 2025 slate, aiming to navigate challenges like AI, residuals, and labor rights.
Read the full article here: https://www.sagaftra.org/sag-aftra-members-elect-sean-astin-president-and-michelle-hurd-secretary-treasurer
Borderlands 4 Lets You Mute (or Boost) Claptrap
Claptrap lovers and haters, rejoice: Borderlands 4 now includes an audio slider to reduce—or fully mute—the iconic robot’s voice. Narrative Director Sam Winkler even wrote special dialogue for the feature, calling it “the dumbest most niche reference” he’s ever slipped in. While he jokingly pushed for a 200% volume option, the devs ultimately gave fans the power to tune Claptrap to taste.
Read the full article here: https://www.ign.com/articles/borderlands-4-makes-a-joke-out-of-claptrap-hate-with-audio-slider-that-lets-you-mute-him-completely
Arcane Wins Two More Emmys
Arcane continues its awards streak with two Creative Arts Emmys: Outstanding Animated Program for the season two episode “The Dirt Under Your Nails” and Outstanding Sound Editing. These wins mark a repeat performance for the League of Legends–inspired series, which made history in 2022 and keeps proving it’s more than just stylish visuals—it’s top-tier storytelling and sound design, too.
Read the full article here: https://www.cartoonbrew.com/awards/arcane-emmy-netflix-fortiche-riot-254008.html
New Game & Audio Job Openings World
From Apple to Blizzard, Netflix to Berklee—21 new audio-related jobs just dropped, spanning sound design, composition, DSP, music rights, and more. Highlights include roles at ADAM Audio, Symphonic Distribution, Bunny Studio, and Bang & Olufsen, with opportunities across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and remote.
And more: https://soundlister.com/21-great-new-audio-jobs-at-disney-netflix-more/
That’s a wrap for this edition
From Emmy-winning sound design to muting loudmouth robots, union leadership shifts to international job leads, game audio continues to grow, evolve, and surprise us. Whether you’re submitting a demo at GameSoundCon or just tweaking your Claptrap settings, there’s never been a better time to be part of this community.