Digital Imaging Technician

Were Looking For A(n): Digital Imaging Technician

Location: Hybrid (El Segundo CA and/or Burbank/North Hollywood CA)

What Youll Be Doing:

The Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) is the primary owner of image integrity and media workflow from pre-production through delivery to post-production. This role is embedded within the Production team and operates on set where early technical and creative decisions have the greatest impact on downstream efficiency image quality and post-production timelines.

The DIT works in close partnership with Post Production to ensure footage is delivered cleanly consistently and in alignment with editorial needs. By identifying and resolving issues at the point of capture the DIT protects post workflows reduces rework and ensures creative intent is preserved from shoot through final delivery.

Pre-Production & Production Planning

• Partner with Production DPs and Camera teams during prep to align on technical approach camera settings and image standards
• Support lighting and camera planning by advising on exposure color temperature and monitoring considerations
• Align with Post Production in advance on delivery specs codecs and workflow requirements
• Help anticipate technical risks and propose solutions before shoots begin

On-Set Image & Workflow Ownership

• Be physically present on set for all assigned shoots
• Monitor image quality in real time to ensure consistent exposure color frame rate and camera settings across setups and cameras
• Manage calibrated on-set monitors so creative decisions accurately reflect final output
• Maintain visual continuity across scenes shoot days and camera systems
• Communicate clearly with Production Camera and Lighting teams to resolve issues quickly without disrupting set flow

Workflow Automation & Pipeline Ownership

• Own and continuously improve the production-to-post handoff pipeline to ensure footage metadata and project files arrive in a state that is immediately usable by editors and creatives
• Design and maintain organized standardized file structures naming conventions and metadata practices that enable downstream automation
• Partner with Production and Post to identify opportunities to automate repetitive processes such as file routing project setup Jira ticket creation tracking grids and delivery notifications
• Ensure all media and associated assets are prepared in a consistent automation-ready state to accelerate editorial start times and reduce manual intervention
• Help develop scalable workflows that support increased production volume without increasing post-production overhead

Media Management & Processing

• Ingest back up and verify footage on set using established redundancy and security standards
• Organize media using clear consistent folder structures and naming conventions
• Process and transcode footage as required for post-production workflows
• Maintain accurate metadata labeling and documentation
• Deliver organized post-ready media packages on schedule

Color & Image Preparation

• Serve as the primary owner of color correction and image normalization from capture through delivery to post-production
• Establish and maintain the projects core color approach including exposure balance white balance contrast and tonal consistency
• Create apply and manage show LUTs to ensure a consistent visual baseline across cameras setups and shoot days
• Perform hands-on color correction as part of the on-set and post-prep workflow
  • Save version and distribute LUTs and color references so that other team members can assist when needed without compromising visual consistency
  • Ensure all footage delivered to post reflects approved color standards and creative intent
  • Identify and correct color-related issues early escalating only when necessary
  • Partner with Post Production to align on color expectations and ensure downstream efficiency

Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont tick ALL of these boxes.):

• Demonstrated experience as a DIT Assistant DIT or similar role in a professional production environment
• Strong understanding of camera systems codecs frame rates color spaces and file formats
• Hands-on experience with media ingestion backups transcoding and delivery
• Working knowledge of color correction principles and tools
• Comfortable operating independently in fast-paced on-set environments
• Highly organized detail-oriented and proactive in problem-solving
• Strong communication skills across production and post teams
• Experience working across mixed camera formats and multi-camera shoots
• Familiarity with fast-turnaround or same-day post workflows
• Strong technical aptitude and interest in workflow systems automation and process improvement
• Prior experience partnering closely with editorial or post-production teams
• Interest in building and refining scalable production systems
• Required Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• Required Experience: 1-2 years of experience of on set film production
• Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree in Film Production or related fields
• Preferred Experience: 2 years preferred

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage We cover100% of premiumsfor medical dental and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Annual bonus
• We match up to3.5% of your 401k contributions ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
• 6 paid sick and mental health daysan Employee Assistance Program free weekly yoga and meditation classes and additional mental health benefits because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Invest in your future with ourEmployee Stock Ownership Plan where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock.Learn more.
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usagefor eligible employees.
• Professional developmentopportunitieswith mentorship continuous learning programs and performance-based pay increases empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
• Through our charity sponsorships you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. Weve donated over$9 millionto date.
• Potential for quarterly KPI bonuses.

The base salary range is $70400-$80000 plus bonus potential.

The posted salary range in this job posting reflects data based on Californias cost of labor analysis. This salary range is subject to change per state; please clickhere to find the pay differential in your state of residence if the role is remote.

Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience knowledge skills other job-related qualifications and geographical location.