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 accordingly   Qualities / 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 and • 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-motivated   Requirements: Experience: • 3+ years' experience in a professional setting for new media, audio, video and/or interactive consumer 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