Quality Control Technician
About The Position
AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. We are currently seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Media Operations & Engineering team based in our Bethpage, NY office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field major (i.e. Communications, TV Production, etc.) preferred.
- At minimum, two years of relevant work experience in a broadcast television environment.
- Excellent research, evaluation, and troubleshooting skills.
- Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Comprehensive knowledge of time code, reference, frame rates, resolution, aspect ratios, audio formats (PCM) and types (surround/stereo), digital file formats.
- Advanced knowledge of NTSC, PAL and HD video/audio broadcast standards and specifications.
- General understanding of digital file codecs/wrappers and transcoding workflows.
- Willingness to maintain flexible work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays at management’s discretion.
- Strong analytic skills & critical thinking
- Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of management, co-workers and other departments.
- Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and workflows in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Ideal candidate will be well versed in file based workflows.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the Evertz Mediator platform a plus.
- Exposure to delivering digital files and elements to Electronic Sell Through platforms a plus.
- Experience delivering media to VOD services a plus.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the quality control evaluation of AMCN Broadcasting & Technologies client Network’s program materials – both digitally delivered files and physical tapes.
- Utilize and understand industry and departmental quality control procedures, guidelines, and department document database for proper and complete media evaluation.
- Provide full and accurate metadata entries and reports of quality control assignments, giving great attention to detail and accuracy.
- Maintain effective and productive communication channels with various AMCN B&T departments and colleagues, as they relate to scheduled work assignments and troubleshooting.
- Understand and properly use all technical equipment related to work completion.
- Report and document equipment issues and anomalies.
Benefits
- AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements.
- AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
