Job Description
Job Description
The Archive Technician will join a team of specialists who are responsible for the interrogation of theatrically graded & ungraded DSM’s, DCDM’s, IMP’s, and associated projects, in preparation for long term preservation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed division of the Digital Cinema Department at Pixelogic.
Other responsibilities include testing of tools and applications, data entry related to work orders, collaboration with other departments, and providing feedback to the Project Management Team, Mastering and Content Services.
You should have a broad understanding of the technical aspects of various audio/video media specifications. You should be highly motivated, possess a flexible attitude, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to work as part of a team who deals with shifting priorities and workload.
Schedule: Monday-Friday,5pm-1:30am
Rate: $30-35/hr
Duties
Check, prep, and conform source materials
Loading color grading projects & associated media from 3rd party Digital Intermediary (DI) Labs
Interrogation of DI projects to confirm all elements are intact
Comparison of the DI project to a “hero” source for validation
Creation of media outputs
Specialized mastering of content as and when applicable
Data entry related to work orders and project trackers
Requirements
Skills and Abilities
Picture and audio editing, transcoding/encoding, sound syncing, and color conversion experience is required
Solid knowledge of film & digital file formats
Knowledge in color space, aspect ratio, transfer characteristics, video and audio codecs, compression and other characteristics associated with media is required
Familiarity and working knowledge of tools and applications including, but not limited to, DVS Clipster, Colorfront Transkoder, DaVinci Resolve, & BaseLight are essential
Experience with DCP and IMF is a huge plus
Experience in a post-production finishing environment. QC experience is a plus
Proficient with Mac OS, Windows, and Linux
Problem solver with creative and innovative approach and the ability to think outside the box
Excellent multi-tasking & communication skills
Passionate about quality and customer service excellence
Ability to handle high pressure situations and sensitive information
Ability to prioritize and manage processes to achieve deadlines whilst producing quality work
Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
Ability and willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques and take on new tasks
Experience
Minimum two years of experience in a Postproduction environment
Pixelogic provides next-generation distribution solutions for studios, broadcasters and digital retailers. OUR MISSION To help our media and entertainment customers build more efficient supply chains, more valuable products, and larger global audiences. WORLD CLASS TEAM Our team is comprised of subject matter experts and industry craftsmen who are passionate about their work, each having an extensive background working on the world’s most respected feature and episodic titles. We cultivate an open and transparent atmosphere that values integrity, continuous improvement and achievement. Our clients benefit from our forward looking approach and relentless commitment to customer service. SECURITY FIRST Our commitment to content security is foundational to our company. Every employee is involved in our security program, which includes hundreds of physical and electronic security controls. We are directly engaged with the various security organizations within the media and entertainment industry including the Content Delivery & Security Association (CDSA) and now the Trusted Partner Network (TPN). Our research and development group builds proprietary content protection solutions to fortify our overall security mission. Net-net, we are fully committed to the safeguarding of our customer’s content and our security program is constantly evolving and continuously improving.