Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

• Perform the processing and management of graphic media assets in a results-driven environment
• Responsible for graphics ingest activity, media preparation, delivery and playout
  • Ingest & Quality Control (QC) of both finished and unfinished content
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical anomalies both prior to and during playout of graphics
  • Prep and render graphical elements as needed for playout and customer preview
  • Perform file delivery of finished graphics files to playout automation devices
• Work with clients including network Art Directors to create graphics templates and version final graphics using Adobe After Effects
• Manage graphics archives and metadata
• Manipulation of playout automation and secondary graphics event triggering
• Be a subject matter expert in all department databases and software (Imagine Versio, GRIP-IT, etc)
• Be a part of a strong, high functioning team that’s able to effectively and efficiently execute assignments
• Ensure the prompt resolution of high level issues related to file integrity, media attributes, and content compliance
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and assist in documenting department processes
• Assist manager in developing, maintaining and enforcing media management, storage and content security policies
• Liaison with various departments and provide a high level of customer service
• Must be able to work wide ranging shifts including swing, weekends and holidays

Basic Qualifications:

• Results oriented with the ability to balance other business considerations
• Must be able to understand and calculate timecode quickly and effectively
• Must be a team player with exceptional communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of basic video formats (SD, HD, UHD, HD-HDR and video and audio standards (SMPTE)
• Understanding of audio/video file formats and codecs
• Must work well with little or no supervision and have a strong attention to detail
• Familiar with production and/or post-production workflows and best practices
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office (esp. Outlook and Excel)
• Proactive problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Must be self-motivated, organized and communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in television, post production or streaming media field
• Experience using Adobe Photoshop and/or After Effects
• Strong knowledge of television network operations that may include traffic planning and timing calculation, signal flow, measurement tools and signal elements
• Experience with playout automation systems
• Strong interest in current industry technologies and developments
• Familiarity with streaming media platforms (e.g., Netflix, Fire TV, Hulu, etc.)
• Graphics creation and management skills are a plus, including knowledge of industry trends in the graphics space

Required Education