Technical Evaluator

3 Months ago • 2 Years + • Broadcast • $58,700 PA - $78,600 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

National Geographic seeks a diligent Technical Evaluator for their technical operations team. This role is crucial for quality control and post-production in network broadcast and streaming operations. Responsibilities include performing incoming QCs on broadcast and streaming assets, troubleshooting technical issues, using software solutions for media evaluation, liaising with various teams, and attending team meetings. The evaluator will work with broadcast, streaming, and theatrical SDR & HDR assets, utilizing software like Adobe Premiere CC, Colorfront Transkoder, and others. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with experience in post-production and broadcast/streaming operations.
Must have:
  • 2+ years post-production/broadcast experience
  • Adobe Premiere CC, Colorfront Transkoder knowledge
  • UHD-HDR workflows, media codecs understanding
  • QC experience, strong communication skills
Good to have:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Familiarity with ScheduAll, Tektronix, Vantage
Perks:
  • Bonus and/or long-term incentive units
  • Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits

Job Details

Job Summary:

National Geographic is seeking a diligent Technical Evaluator to join our technical operations team. This is a critical role for those eager to deepen their skills and pursue a career in network broadcast and streaming operations, specifically in quality control and post-production.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Manager, Technical Evaluation and Technical Operations Supervisors in performing Incoming QCs on broadcast and streaming assets.

  • Responsible for conducting Incoming QCs on broadcast, streaming and theatrical SDR & HDR assets while working alongside Content Operations team who will provide priorities and deadlines for assets.

  • Collaborate with the Technical Evaluation and Post-Production management team to troubleshoot basic technical issues regarding media assets.

  • Use various software solutions to access media in order to perform technical evaluations.

  • Use internal scheduling software ScheduAll and email communication to obtain work order assignments and priorities.

  • Liaise with various teams via email, phone calls, work orders and/or meetings to communicate issues related to assets for Incoming QC, ensuring timely and effective communications to maintain smooth operations.

  • Attend weekly team meetings to discuss concerns and priorities for the tempo and marketing / promo workflows.

  • Follow company guidance regarding working in office vs remotely. These policies are subject to change as directed by corporate policy.

  • Complete necessary work orders and perform other duties, as needed.

Basic Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in post-production and/or network broadcast or streaming operations.

  • Solid understanding of Adobe Premiere CC, Colorfront Transkoder, After Effects, Tektronix, Vantage, UHD-HDR workflows, Media Encoder.

  • Basic knowledge of file & tape-based codecs and formats, MAC & PC cross-platform.

  • Prior experience or basic knowledge in television production.

  • Prior experience or basic knowledge in Quality Control.

  • Familiarity with video and audio monitors, waveform and video scopes.

  • Knowledge of ScheduAll, Elements, Word, Excel, Outlook and VPS.

  • Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written skills.

  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a timely manner.

  • Ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects with a professional demeanor.

  • Strong customer service/client relations skills.

  • Strong team player, self-starter, and enthusiastic about the products that are delivered.

Preferred Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Video/Film Production, Communications or related field, or equivalent experience in a broadcast-related field.


The hiring range for this position in Washington D.C. is $58,700 to $78,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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