The average workday for a sound designer varies depending on the employer and the current project at hand. The nature of freelance work can cause long hours and tight deadlines as well as unpredictable schedules since you need to make yourself available to meet with clients or complete assignments when needed. If you decide to pursue employment with one company, your schedule will be more consistent but may still require shifts outside of regular business hours. Sound designers spend their days working with audio equipment such as microphones and software like Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Logic Audio, Reaper, or Sound Forge. They also spend time networking with other professionals in this field along with recording sound effects from various sources.