Lead Audio Editor

This is a Full Time Job

Lead Audio Editor (Swing Shift)

JobLead Audio Editor (Swing Shift)

Description
Position Title
Lead Audio Editor (Swing Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented Lead Audio Editor to join our in-house Localization team. We are looking for an experienced editor who has worked across various projects and platforms. In this role, you will collaborate with Audio Management and Scheduling to ensure the capacity and quality requirements of the team. A successful candidate must be able to follow creative direction and have a critical eye for quality and detail.

This is an onsite role, located in Burbank, CA. Shift will be Monday to Friday from 4:00PM to 12:30AM.

Primary Responsibilities
• Serve as a mentor and liaison for Audio Editors and Junior Editors' career development.
• Provide training, support, and guidance to the editors. This is provided through in-person training, documentation review, and feedback.
• Evaluate editors' day to day work performance, provide feedback, and escalate to Manager, Audio Operations, as necessary.
• Edit & QC Original or Foreign content, including stems, final composite mixes, and fully filled M&E in 5.1, 7.1, Dolby ATMOS, and other immersive formats.
• Mix Original or localized content such as dubbed features, trailers & Audio Description mixes.
• Interpret and apply client technical specifications, including but not limited to delivery formatting, audio limiting and level specifications (CALM Act, EBU-R128, DX LKFS etc.)
• Understand technical terms and complex audio situations and render them comprehensible to external and internal clients with limited audio knowledge.
• Work within pre-estimated budgets and timelines.
• Work closely with the Manager of Audio Operations and other leads to suggest workflow and/or SOP changes and/or improvements.
• Update SOP documentation.
• Evaluate and address internal & external client rejections.
• Work closely with management & the engineering department to ensure that equipment is properly maintained and upgraded, as necessary.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, such as Word and Excel, to create audio QC logs and/or metadata sheets.
• Work overtime as necessary to meet deadlines, complete projects, and/or address issues and concerns.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, experience, and skill set:
• B.S. degree in computer science or programming, electronics, or A/V technology related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in audio and/or video post-production environment.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in supervising a team of direct reports.
• 2-5 years of experience in Localization, preferred.
• Individual must possess a fundamental understanding of digital audio and digital video signals, standards, machines and wiring.
• Individual must know basic operation and troubleshooting for Macs.
• Experience with Digital Audio Workstations, Mac required.
• Knowledge in audio file types, frame rates, and transcodes.
• Position requires a high level of ingenuity (using the different tools at the operator's disposal) in order to achieve the highest quality audio results. Many procedures are defined and in use currently, but the quality of the finished product is very objective.
• All work is schedule and customer satisfaction driven, so reliability and timeliness are very critical.
• Must possess a high level of written, verbal, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Must be able to make decisions independently.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and contribute to the team environment.
• Must have demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize and be extremely detail oriented.
• Strong organizational and computer skills are required.
• Individual will work in a fast-paced, small team environment. Individual will be dealing directly with other technical, creative and operations employees on a regular basis.
• Individual must also be able to work independently within their own process.
• Able to follow instructions and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment.
• Must be willing to work during day, night, or weekend shift with varying start times.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary to meet client deadlines/SLA's.

About the Company

Deluxe Media Inc. is a global leader in media and entertainment services for film, video and online content. Since 1915, Deluxe has been the trusted partner for the world's most successful Hollywood studios, independent film companies, TV networks, exhibitors, advertisers and others, offering best-in-class solutions in post-production, distribution, asset and workflow management, and cloud-based technologies.

With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices around the globe, the company employs over 3,500 of the most talented artists, developers, and industry veterans worldwide. For more information, please visit www.bydeluxe.com

Diversity Statement

Deluxe's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Deluxe will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state and federal law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Deluxe. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. Please inform the company's Human Resources representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental & vision coverage, vacation & sick leave, 401(k), and more.

This role is based in Los Angeles, California and the base pay range for this role is $38.89 - $43.27 per hour. Actual amounts will vary depending on education, skills, experience, and geographic location.