Job Description

At Pixelogic, we believe that the fusion of creativity and technology holds the power to inspire and engage audiences on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on end-to-end creative, localization, and distribution services, we take pride in breaking cultural barriers and ensuring your message resonates with diverse audiences worldwide.

Our dynamic team of creative minds, skilled linguists, and tech-savvy experts work collaboratively to deliver unparalleled solutions that cater to your unique needs. From creative concepting and execution of original content, to precision-driven localization services, to cutting-edge software and distribution solutions, we are committed to elevating your product and enabling seamless expansion into new markets.

Pixelogic is a majority-owned and consolidated subsidiary of Imagica. Together, we are committed to serving the world’s leading filmmakers and content creators with industry-leading services and next-generation solutions.

Job Description

The Digital Media Technician will be responsible for creating digital media deliverables and packages in several formats for film and television contents. Technical knowledge of digital media and its core components including video, audio, metadata, subtitles, closed captions, and artwork is necessary. Tasks may include conformation / transcoding / encoding / retiming of video / audio / subtitles, and metadata XML creation. Extensive knowledge of encoding and transcoding systems is essential. A background in processing UHD media is a plus. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, possesses a flexible attitude, and adapts quickly in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they must be able to work as part of a team that deals with changing priorities and workloads. Attention to detail and efficient multitasking is mandatory for the Digital Media Technician role.

Responsibilities:

• Field questions from other encoders or project managers and assist as needed

• Assist in the training of new hires or other team members on best practices and procedures for preparing assets, packaging, and delivering the packages

• Pre-Qual incoming source assets

• Conform Audio / Captions / Subs / Dubcards

• Assemble Metadata in proprietary systems for packaging

• Add chapter markers in proprietary systems

• Author and create packages for specific platforms

• Run verifiers on packages and be able to interpret their error messages

Requirements

• Familiarity and working knowledge with Adobe Suite

• Confident working in subtitling applications, such as EZ Titles, Mac Caption, Annotation Edit

• Identify and address discrepancies in media files that may arise during the creation and calibration of production reference files and related projects

• Comfortable working on XML

• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills

• Ability to operate under high pressure situations and handle time-sensitive content

• Effective communicator and positive team player

• Must be available for offsite communication outside of normal business hours

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including overtime, if and when necessary

• Able to work shifts that may include early morning or late evening hours and/or cross weekends 

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, citizenship, veteran, military, or any other legally protected status.

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