HDR & SDR Colorist

This is a Freelance Job

HDR / SDR Colorist
Duplitech – Film Department

Burbank, CA

We are currently seeking an experienced Colorist to join our Film Department. This role focuses on grading catalog feature films and episodic titles remastered from 35mm and 16mm film elements.

Position Overview

The Colorist will be responsible for SDR and HDR grading of archival and catalog content sourced from log film scans. The ideal candidate combines strong creative instincts with a deep technical understanding of color science and modern HDR workflows, ensuring both artistic integrity and technical precision across deliverables.

Key Responsibilities
• Perform SDR and HDR color grading from film scans, DIs and other assets
• Execute Dolby Vision analysis and trim passes
• Maintain workflow integrity and uphold quality standards from source evaluation through final approval
• Collaborate closely with clients, creatives, and internal teams to ensure the final look aligns with the original creative intent
• Identify and resolve image issues, including exposure inconsistencies, color shifts, and source defects
• Document grading notes, revisions, and approvals within the company's project management platform
• Collaborate with senior & lead colorists along the remastering team to refine workflows and improve efficiency

Qualifications & Skills
• 5 years of long-form color correction experience (feature or episodic)
• Advanced proficiency in DaVinci Resolve
• Strong understanding of color science, color-managed workflows, and 4K mastering
• Hands-on experience with P3, HDR (PQ/HLG), and Dolby Vision workflows
• Solid grasp of exposure, contrast ratios, color temperature, and other photometric principles
• Familiarity with film-based workflows, print stock characteristics, and archival material handling (preferred)
• Working knowledge of file formats, codecs, color gamut, transfer functions, and broadcast/digital legal requirements
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to detect and correct subtle image issues
• Strong troubleshooting and talent communication skills during live grading review sessions
• Excellent communication skills when working with clients and internal teams

This is an opportunity to work on premium catalog titles in a collaborative environment dedicated to preserving and enhancing cinematic history.