Production & Quality Assistant

Job Description

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Production and Quality Assistant to oversee and manage the post-production processes for our original, acquired and dubbed content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in post-production workflows, understanding in end to end processes, attention to detail, and a passion for creating content that meets the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:

• Oversee post-production timelines, ensuring projects are completed on schedule.
• Coordinate with production teams, editors, colorists, sound designers, and VFX teams to maintain workflow efficiency.
• Create and manage post-production budgets.

3. Quality Control:

• Ensure all deliverables meet platform quality and technical standards.
• Supervise the final quality checks, including audio mixing, color correction, and VFX integration.
• Review and approve edits and other components before final delivery.

5. Content Understanding:

• Develop a strong grasp of the content’s theme, tone, and narrative structure to guide the post-production team effectively.
• Ensure that the editing, sound design, and visual effects align with the creative intent and enhance the storytelling.
• Collaborate with creative leads to maintain consistency in style and quality across multiple projects.

7. Collaboration & Communication:

• Liaise with directors, producers, and creative teams to ensure that the project vision is achieved.
• Maintain clear communication between departments to troubleshoot and solve potential issues swiftly.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all post-production queries and updates.

5. Technical Oversight:

• Oversee the digital workflow, including data management, backups, and archiving.
• Stay updated on the latest post-production software and hardware to recommend upgrades and improvements.
• Manage the integration of new technologies into the post-production pipeline.

7. Team Mentorship:

• Mentor post-production teams, including editors, assistant editors, and other relevant personnel.
• Be a part of performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure continuous development.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Media Arts, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in post-production, preferably in a supervisory role within the OTT or film industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro), color grading tools (DaVinci Resolve), and sound editing software.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of video codecs, formats, and delivery standards.
• Soft Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail and quality control in video, audio, and VFX.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working on OTT or broadcast projects.
• Familiarity with cloud-based post-production solutions and collaborative tools.
• A keen understanding of current trends and expectations in OTT content.