Film Vault / Scanning Technician

This is a Full Time Job

Founded in 1996, Duplitech is one of L.A.'s most respected independent media service labs. We provide a full range of content delivery solutions: On Disc, On Demand, On DCP and On Film. Our in-house services include: Film Scanning, Color Grading and Restoration, Technical Editing and Asset Conform, Standards Conversion, Subtitling, 5.1 Faux Audio Upmix and 3D Motion Graphic Design/Animation.

Responsibilities:
• To prepare 16mm and 35mm archival film elements for 2K and 4K scanning
• Visually identify, inspect, handle, clean film assets; able to assess quality of various elements received
• Manage cleaning of film elements prior to scanning
• Receiving and barcoding library/media assets
• Inputting metadata into Zytech Media Pulse database system
• Thread film & operate a LaserGraphics Director 4k Film Scanner
• Thread film & operate a Blackmagic Cintel Film Scanner

Experience:
• At least 2 years handling 16mm and/or 35mm motion picture film elements
• Editing/splicing/repairing film, and properly inspecting for sprocket or frame damage
• Inventory management and data entry experience (knowledge of Zytech Media Pulse is a plus)
• Understanding of film scanning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Weekend and evening availability is a plus
• Prior experience as a telecine operator, datacine operator, and/or projectionist
• Experience using the Lipsner Smith film cleaner
• Experience with magnetic audio
• Experience with 1'' video tape transfer