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Company3 Method Studios

British Columbia, Canada (On-site)

Data I/O Technician

1 Month ago • All levels • Administrative

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Job Description

The Data I/O Technician at Company 3 is responsible for the secure management of client digital assets. Daily tasks include archiving production data to LTO cartridges, creating detailed manifests, processing file deliveries from various online sources (Aspera, etc.), and handling sensitive material efficiently. The role involves file transfers to/from the SAN, media preparation/formatting, file conversions, asset tracking, and handling raw media from shoots. Additional duties include file verification, assisting with data movement throughout the post-production pipeline, SAN management, coordinating data deliveries, database/spreadsheet management, and upholding strict data security protocols. Experience with LTO archival tape and post-production environments is preferred.

Must have:

Archiving data to LTO cartridges
File transfers (SAN)
Media handling & preparation
File verification (checksums)
Data security protocols
Strong attention to detail

Good to have:

LTO archival software (YoYotta & Atempo)
Film/TV post-production experience
Windows/Mac/Linux command line
Slack & MS Office proficiency

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Company: Company 3
Position: Data I/O Technician
Location: Vancouver, BC
*Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 CAD hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Data IO division of Company3 Post Production is responsible for the secure management of client’s digital assets.

MAIN DUTIES:
The Data I/O Technician will be responsible for archiving production data on a daily basis to LTO data cartridges. They will create detailed manifests for all created media, process file deliveries from a variety of online sources including Aspera and other transfer protocols, and process sensitive material efficiently and error free. They will be moving & copying production files to and from the SAN, and be responsible for media preparation, formatting, and loading of data to various formats. They will also be responsible for the following:

File zipping/unzipping and conversions as required for each department.
Maintaining and tracking of physical and electronic media assets.
Handle & offload raw camera, sound media cards and hard drives arriving from set.
Complete file verification for files using supplied checksums.
Assisting and/or leading movement of data throughout the Post Production pipeline.
SAN Management/Maintenance and Monitoring of usable disk space.
Coordinate with other Company 3 locations and outside providers regarding data deliveries.
Assist in creating and maintaining databases/spreadsheets and directory structures for ongoing client projects.
Database/Spreadsheet data entry as required.
Communicate questions and information via e-mail/Slack/Teams on a regular basis.
Uphold strict data security protocols in accordance with company and client policies and industry best practices.
Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING:
The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of file and data formats. They will have strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and with a team, with a positive attitude. They will also have strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multi-task and manage large workloads. Additional desired skills include:

A background working with LTO archival tape is preferred.
Experience in Film and Television post production environment would be an asset.
Experience with YoYotta & Atempo LTO archival software would be beneficial.
Very good communication skills both oral and written.
Advanced knowledge of Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems including command line would be an asset.
Experience with Slack and MS Office required.
Rotating shifts, days, evenings, nights, and weekends may be required from time to time for vacation coverage.

About the Company:
Company 3 / Method Studios provides a full range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more. 

Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3:
Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Please inform the company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

*The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs.
The benefits for eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US include a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off. The benefits for eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US include retirement, select insurance benefits, and where required by law, health benefits. For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings will apply.
Both external and internal candidates can apply for this role through this careers’ website.
The above compensation and benefits information is provided in accordance with various state and local pay transparency laws.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law.

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About The Company

Company3 Method Studios

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Company 3 is a comprehensive postproduction facility for features, episodic, commercials, and music videos. Known for its creative color artistry, pioneering technology, and global reach, Company 3 is trusted to deliver a quality product every time. It is home to one of the largest and most talented pools of colorists and visual effects artists working in post-production today with a client list that includes many of the most respected and talented film and entertainment professionals in the industry.

Company 3 offers solutions-based services ranging from color correction, Digital Intermediate (DI), and file-based workflows to visual effects and online services. Through its virtual outposts, Company 3 Colorists are available to clients around the world.