Careers and Culture – Premiere Digital

Mastering Technician

Job Title
Mastering Technician
Job ID
27621221
Location
Los Angeles,  CA 90036
Other Location
Description

About the Company

Premiere Digital Services (PDS) is a trusted media services and software solutions partner for content owners, video distributors, digital retailers, broadcasters, subscription video, and ad-supported platforms. We simplify the complexities of content distribution, supply chain, and digital storefront management and provide flexible B2B technical SaaS solutions and managed services for media assets. As a leader in cloud-based digital asset delivery and content optimization solutions for clients in the growing Media & Entertainment industry, Premiere brings to life the quality of film and television, transporting to the hands of millions around the globe. Through the magic of media services, we are a rising thought leader providing innovative, smart tools and intelligent operations as an essential business in media entertainment. Together with industry leaders like Google, Apple, NBC Universal, Microsoft, Disney, Warner Brothers and more, we work to revolutionize media delivery at the forefront of entertainment technology and software services.

 

About the Role

The Mastering Technician is responsible for QC'ing and correcting the digital files of studio clients in preparation for their digital release.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and differentiate different video frame rates and aspect ratios for HD and SD, NTSC/PAL/HD
  • Identify and conform 5.1 stereo mixes
  • Identify video issues such as interlacing and aliasing
  • Identify audio issues such as phasing and out of sync audio
  • Perform manual audio syncing with reels and frame rate changes
  • Conduct simple edits in Premiere, such as using the garbage matte to remove websites and making cuts to remove content
  • Other tasks as needed to meet project deadlines
  • Other duties as assigned

 

Required Skills:

  • Proficient in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Proficient knowledge of QuickTime 7, assigning audio channels and identifying video/audio specs within QuickTime strongly preferred
  • Proficient knowledge of Mac Caption and syncing text-based assets preferred
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail and is self-motivated, creative, and efficient in proposing solutions to complex, time-critical problems
  • Strong attention to detail and organization skills
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong interpersonal abilities and communication skills
  • Ability and interest to work in a geographically diverse environment

 

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 years experience in working in media operations required.
  • Previous experience with QC processes strongly preferred.

*This position is based in Los Angeles, CA 90036 and is an in-office-based position.
**This position may be required to work 6 am-2:30 pm or 3:30 pm-12 am, plus overtime depending on business needs.​​​​​​ 

 ​​

Benefits

We offer competitive pay and benefits programs including medical, dental & vision coverage, vacation & sick leave, 401(k), student loan repayment and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Premiere Digital Services is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Option 1: Create a New Profile

Let's Get Connected