Conformance Technician (On-Call Temp)
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
We are seeking on-call Temporary Conformance Technicians to manipulate and edit audio, video and subtitle files to match client and vendor specifications for streaming platforms on an as-needed basis, sometimes with as little as one day's notice. Great opportunity for someone who is a team-oriented, technically skilled, systems-oriented, and has an overall "Roll Up Your Sleeves" approach to troubleshooting. Day and swing shifts are available; please indicate if you have a preference. The ideal Conformance Technician will possess at least 2 years of experience working with various formats of digital video sources and encoding, including expertise in Digital Portal specs., * Quickly comprehend technical specifications and apply that understanding.
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Monitor and prioritize a high volume and time sensitive order queue.
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Ensure source assets are restored and conformed as required.
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Validate video, audio and timed text media assets against a variety of client and internal specifications.
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Communicate and document internal rejections to the appropriate teams.
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Verify integrity of deliverables and delivery package prior to servicing.
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Maintain servicing action logs as needed
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Succinctly and efficiently handoff projects with next-up shifts
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Operate with a high sense of urgency and discretion
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Other tasks as needed to meet project deadlines
Requirements
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Conforming audio, video, and subtitle/caption content to platform specifications (iTunes, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc.).
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High level understanding of subtitling specification and formats, audio sample rates, video frame rates, SMPTE timecode and traditional multichannel audio configurations (2.0, 5.1, 7.1, ATMOS).
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Understanding of industry format standards such as PAL, NTSC, timecode, framerate, codec, audio settings/configurations, Frame Rate Conversions, captions, subtitles, forced Narrative, SDH
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Knowledge of post-production guidelines and workflows using tools such as Adobe Premiere Suite, Clipster, Transkoder, Cortex, Resolve, and various transcoding utilities such as Compressor, AME, Episode Pro.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate and collaborate with other groups.
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Strong data entry and proofreading skills.
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Ability to work independently.
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Proficient with both Mac and PC operating systems.
Comfortable with change and able to adapt as needed to meet the needs of our clients. Desired Skills and Experience
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Experience in a post-production or media creation environment.
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Understanding of video compression and various codecs used by VOD platforms and broadcasters.
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Ability to work independently while managing a heavy workload.
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Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.
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Enjoy work in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Attention to detail.
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A positive, can-do attitude and team player.
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Ability to work flexible shifts (AM, PM, Weekends).
Benefits & conditions
$20 - $22 an hour - Temporary