Theatrical QC Specialist - night shift

About the company:

At Pixelogic, we believe that the fusion of creativity and technology holds the power to inspire and engage audiences on a global scale. With a strong emphasis on end-to-end creative, localization, and distribution services, we take pride in breaking cultural barriers and ensuring your message resonates with diverse audiences worldwide.

Our dynamic team of creative minds, skilled linguists, and tech-savvy experts work collaboratively to deliver unparalleled solutions that cater to your unique needs. From creative concepting and execution of original content to precision-driven localization services, to cutting-edge software and distribution solutions, we are committed to elevating your product and enabling seamless expansion into new markets.

Pixelogic is a majority-owned and consolidated subsidiary of Imagica. Together, we are committed to serving the world’s leading filmmakers and content creators with industry-leading services and next-generation solutions.

About the job:

To support our growing global Digital Cinema team and increase our 24/7 capabilities, the role of Theatrical QC Specialist will have the following primary responsibilities: QC of Digital Cinema Packages in all formats including 2D, 3D, HFR, HDR, immersive audio, subtitles, and accessibility.

The successful candidate will be required to accurately schedule their own work on the night shift role and work closely with other members of the Digital Cinema night shift team to ensure production standards are maintained and output is handed over appropriately to the next shift.

Other responsibilities will include involvement in testing of tools and applications, handling associated data entry related to work orders, working with other departments, and providing regular feedback to the Project Team, Mastering, GFX, Subtitling, and Content Services.

The ideal candidate will be expected to have QC experience and a basic understanding of the technical aspects of various content specifications. They will be highly motivated, possess a flexible attitude, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they must be able to work as part of a team that deals with changing priorities and workloads.

The role will be supported with training for theatrical QC and Digital Cinema workflows.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours – 4 days / week – Night Shift

Responsibilities:

• Theatrical QC of Digital Cinema Packages (DCP)
• Creation and completion of QC reports composing a clear description to note defects and to include proper details for further troubleshooting by the Digital Cinema team
• Active participation in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of any QC rejections
• Client-attended theatrical QC sessions as and when required
• QC of ProRes and downstream formats
• Other related tasks as assigned to fulfill responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Technical skills and basic knowledge of industry standard tools and technologies in QC and digital media
• Basic knowledge of image, audio, and subtitle digital file formats
• Familiarity and working knowledge of Digital Cinema theatrical equipment is a plus
• Basic knowledge of aspect ratios, video and audio codecs, colour space, compression, and other characteristics associated with media is a plus
• Experience in DCP and IMF mastering processes is a plus
• Problem solver with a creative and innovative approach with the ability to think out of the box
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, manage orders and work well under pressure to achieve deadlines whilst producing high-quality work
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and be a good team player
• Ability and willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques and take on new tasks
• Passionate about quality, customer experience, and customer service excellence

Benefits:

• Supplementary healthcare plan
• Robust pension plan
• Life assurance