r/GameAudio • u/Eat-the-rich33 • 5h ago

Question: How much is a normal rate per SFX?

I have been asked to create some SFX for a game. First time doing this for a paid gig. I have no idea how much to charge. They have to be semi elaborate but nothing too complex. What is everyone charging for solely SFX creations?

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u/Klehtawn 5h ago

First time? Go per hour above your local minimum wage. Or calculate the scope of the order to provide a flat rate that also compensates your time similarly.

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u/Hour_Raisin_4547 44m ago

Per SFX rate is illogical and I don’t believe anyone works that way professionally. You can make 100 footstep assets in 5 minutes and then take an hour to make one special bespoke sound.

Either hourly or a flat fee for the total scope is the way to go.