Media Engineer
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Skydance offers a dynamic inclusive and ever-evolving culture where innovative ideas are welcomed and growth fostered. The partnership between unique creativity and technological advancements are demonstrated within each pillar of the company. At the heart of it all is a commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling.
While all Animation studios look to hire people who are creative and hard-working Skydance Animation is specifically looking for pioneers who seek to push the limits of what the worlds most collaborative art form can achieve and to give those pioneers the space and the resources to build a new studio thats doing something different.
If youve ever dreamt of what the early days of Hollywood must have been like of what it takes to roll up your sleeves and break new ground figure out a new process and to one day say I was there when it all began then welcome aboard
For information on Skydances privacy practices see theSkydance U.S. PersonnelPrivacy Notice located at Media Engineer at Skydance Animation is responsible for operating supporting troubleshooting and scaling all things Audio/Visual to support the needs of Skydance Animation. This role would help lead audio system design managing complex post-production and recording environments and ensuring the highest standards for all clients. The A/V Media Engineer will champion issues that arise in the record rooms screening and review rooms editor bays conference rooms and other A/V spaces within the studio.
This position is on-site 5 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Architect advanced Pro Tools workflows including multi-system setups shared storage remote collaboration and plugin/instrument management
- Serve as the internal subject matter expert for Pro Tools managing installation configuration and licensing
- Design and maintain a wide variety of AV/Multi-Media/Video Tele-Conferencing solutions and standards including control systems screening rooms review rooms editor bays collaboration systems and streaming
- Work with vendors to evaluate and integrate new technologies hardware and software to improve production efficiency and quality
- Create and maintain documentation outlining hardware and software configuration management procedures and operational guidelines
- Oversee day-to-day configuration and operation of AV/MM/VTC systems while delivering preventive and remedial hardware maintenance support
- Assist Studio users in accessing and using AV/MM/VTC systems especially in-advance of and during Presentations and review meetings
- Communicate effectively with other engineering personnel to align interrelated design efforts and drive successful project outcomes
- Work with IT leaders and managers to create and manage project budgets for CAPEX proposals
- Manage inventory of all AV equipment
- Support integration of editing color grading VFX and finishing systems ensuring compatibility and streamlined workflow
Requirements
- 5-8 years of experience in an enterprise-level technology environment
- 2 years of experience in IT support of non-technical users
- Experience with collaborative media environments video conference multi-site media-review systems or screening rooms; demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and excellent communication skills in supporting both technical and artistic groups
- Experience with analog SDI and HD SDI signal processing and conversion
- Demonstrated knowledge of video codec standards frame resolutions and digital media specifications
- Working knowledge of video transcoding including format conversion and quality preservation
- High-level proficiency in Pro Tools (HDX Ultimate control surfaces advanced routing)
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Autodesk products Zoom Avid Shotgun Foundry Flix and Animation/VFX applications a plus
- Experience with Crestron programming and Integration/use of HID via Crestron DM Switch
- Experience developing and supporting Digital Cinema Package (DCP) hardware and integrations
- Experience with cable termination (Fiber copper audio control etc.) maintenance of various HD/SD broadcast equipment (switchers cameras etc.) integration of audio and video teleconferencing systems operation and set-up of various broadcast production switchers operation and maintenance of audio mixers integration of wired/wireless microphone systems and configurations
- Design system integration and maintenance of AV/MM systems
- Installation of low voltage wiring and cable soldering and termination of connectors wiring of equipment
- Must be able to stand kneel and/or crouch for long periods of time climb ladders and scaffolding lift up to 50 lbs work in high as well as small cramped places
- Experience in the Visual Effects Animation or media and entertainment industries a plus
The compensation for this exempt position in Los Angeles CA is $125000 annually. The rate offered may vary based on the candidates location qualifications experience and relevant expertise among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package including bonus benefits etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths and we encourage you to apply even if you dont meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film television interactive and animation divisions.
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- CSS
- ASP.NET
- HSSE
- Informatica
- JavaScript
About Company
Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, and interactive platforms.”
