Content Services Operator

at  MPS

QUALIFICATIONS / DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Prior experience in Post-production or Digital Cinema
• Professional experience in using non-linear editing tools
• Knowledge of video and audio codecs
• Experience using R&S Clipsters, Resolve, etc

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Able to manage multiple projects
• Clear understanding of workflows and escalation processes
• Excellent scheduling, project management and organisational skills
• Committed to offering a high level of service
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• An interest in Digital Cinema and its surrounding technologies
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Knowledge of the Digital Cinema and Steaming industry, aware of competitors and new technologies
• Experience using a Linux environment and Terminal

JOB PURPOSE:

The Content Services Operator will work as part of a team to master Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs), IMFs, and file-based deliverables for Studios and independent distributors.
The job is fast-paced and requires a methodical approach, attention to detail and good team communication skills.
Please note, this is a fixed-term contract of 12 months due to maternity cover.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working on the creation of a wide variety of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs): Subtitled, Dubbed, 5.1, 7.1, Atmos, SMPTE and Interop as well as File Based deliverables, Subtitling and Dubbing reference files and more
• Responsible for edits for censorship purposes, as well as simple audio edits and conforms, technical validation, and troubleshooting.
• Supporting the team with spot checks and short-form QCs.
• To be the primary contact for Account Managers and other departments to create the theatrical and streaming materials for film releases.
• To effectively communicate with other departments such as I/O, Subtitling and QC to assist with troubleshooting problems that may occur in the field.
• Support a culture of collaboration within the team, department and company through communication, feedback, and problem-solving.
• Work closely with other Content Services operators to ensure all projects are delivered on time and to the best standards.
• Ensuring all admin-related elements are completed for each order.
• Able to understand the workflows to effectively hand over and pick up the projects when required.