Quality Control Specialist I, Content Operations

Responsibilities Include :- Transcoding digital video files using proprietary systems- Working with ProRes, H.264 (HQ), MPEG and M3U8 media codecs- QC of HD & SD video- Accurately upload, ingest and QC content and metadata- Communicating QC rejections and production blockers with extreme detail- Ability to read JSON- Grasp knowledge of our closed caption compliance standards and apply that knowledge during the QC process for all content- Facilitate fixes to closed caption files- Provide regular status reports on technical challenges during team meetings to coordinators / management- Using available tools and resources to track progress of work within shared departmental systems- Perform playback QC's using various proprietary programs- View media and identify any defects (digital hits, macro blocking, interlacing, etc...), continuity issues or incomplete content found during testing.- Listen to media and identify any audio dropouts, pops, distortions, etc.- Check artwork and metadata to ensure technical correctness / meets Pluto TV's standards- Ability to shift focus at any given moment and adjust accordinglyQualities / Experience We're Seeking We believe the right individual will have the following skills and experience in order to be successful in this role :- Knowledge of standard digital media formats- Experience in non-linear editing systems (FCP, Avid, Premiere)- Knowledge of standard metadata requirements- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical and operational problems- challenges.- Ability to effectively collaborate in a team setting- Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.- Self-organized and self-motivatedRequirements : Experience :Experience :3+ years' experience in a professional setting for new media, audio, video and / or interactiveconsumer entertainment products, preferably in a video delivery environment.- BA degree in TV / Film production or related discipline preferred.- Proficient working on both Mac and PC platforms- Strong knowledge of administrative software applications : MS Office Applications, (i.e., MS Word,MS Outlook, MS Excel; Google Drive; MAM; CMS- Ability to read JSON files / feeds / searches- Experience with Atlassian Suite - Kanban / JIRA