Assistant Audio Engineer
SDI Media
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 3/11/2019 3:51:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
This position is based in Los Angeles and reports to the Media Services Production Manager. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, self-starting individual who can work independently as well as within an established team.
The Assistant Audio Engineer will provide start-to-finish audio engineering services in order to create and deliver audio materials and deliverables for Broadcast, Multimedia and DVD clients.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities
• Evaluates the quality of client media to ensure they meet the correct specifications by performing quality control checks of received assets.
• Creates Pro Tools sessions for all incoming work materials using the SDI prescribed workflows and guidelines.
• Troubleshoots and corrects reported issues with source assets and previous delivered work to client.
• Prepares and delivers audio files according to correct procedures adapting workflows to new procedures as needed.
• Follows a QC procedure to evaluate and report on the various elements of any given project to ensure it meets client standards.
• Completes a QC checklist form per client standards noting areas of media to be reviewed again.
• Provides checklist of what was found to Production Coordinator so corrections can be made by the recording studio or audio mixing engineer.
• Communicates frequently with the delivery team and other departments keeping them apprised of the project status.
• Documents internal processes for consistency and efficiency.
• Suggests and tests improvements to workflows, new software, and assists with the creation of rendering profiles.
• Understands and stays current with all SDI workflows, workflow change, management updates and tutorials.
• Perform general administration duties as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work flexible hours when and if needed.
Must be able to demonstrate:
• Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Good time management skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills
• Works easily, and adapts quickly within a fast changing work environment.
Qualifications and Experience
• Pro Tools skills, including a strong background and understanding of audio post production and file management and organization.
• 1 year experience in Audio Engineering preferred (Recording, Editing and/or Mixing)
• Degree in Audio Post-Production or related field desired
• Experience with Mac environment, ProTools audio hardware, software and plug-ins
• Understanding of audio and session formats and specifications (.wav, .mp3, .ptx, .omf,…)