Digital Cinema Technical Operator

This is a Full Time Job

Job Title: Digital Cinema Technical Operator

Reports to: Head of Feature Mastering

WHAT IS THE OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB?

The Digital Cinema Mastering Operator is responsible for the creation of Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs). Elements handled Include image, sound and subtitles, from various source formats and must be conformed to client specification and DCI standard for theatrical release. Operators will be using industry standard and bespoke software (such as Cipher, DVS Clipster, Wailua) to produce DCPs in an MXF Interop or SMPTE format.

You must be able to work as part of a 24/7 team. Successful candidates should have experience within a post-production finishing or digital cinema environment and be used to working to tight deadlines whilst producing high quality work.

All relevant training will be provided to fulfil this role.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Mastering of dubbed, Subtitled, 2D, 3D, 2D, 4K, Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs)
• Use of Cipher, DVS Clipster and potentially Wailua
• Perform validation of DCPs
• Creation of Asset-Cleaned or Packaging List packages
• Record accurate information in the work order systems and database
• Perform soft QC checks on DCPs
• Communicate production issues to Producers and Supervisors
• Troubleshoot issues raised internally and externally regarding DCPs.

WORKING HOURS

Shift Pattern: 7 Day-Night Fortnight shift pattern

THE PERSON

Work Experience

Two to three years of experience at another content creation or Digital Cinema facility

A good understanding of mathematics

Proficient with Linux, Windows, or XML

Knowledge of diverse audio and video format (Tiff, Jpeg2000, QT, wav)

Knowledge of the DCI Naming Convention.

Knowledge of Digital Cinema workflows and standards. (Mastering and/or QC)

Knowledge of Digital Cinema mastering tools: DVS Clipster, Wailua

Able to work shift patterns

Ability to handle high pressure situations and sensitive and confidential information

Detail oriented and strong organisational skills

Good trouble-shooting skills

Ability to work well under pressure and maintain focus

Ability to work on own initiative and also be a good team player

Good working knowledge of technical software and related systems

Proven experience in a similar technical environment

A drive to better your own understanding of Digital Cinema

Competencies

An understanding of film post production and associated technologies

Technically minded individual

Good eye for details

Circumstances

Work shifted hours

To be London based

To be open for overtime if available