Technical Evaluator

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.