Production Services Technician (PST)

The Embassy; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

9am–5pm standard hours

Paid lunch break

Group benefits for eligible employees

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Embassy in Vancouver is seeking a Production Services Technician to help move production data and media from turnover to final archive. You’ll also write and improve Python and shell tools to speed up transfers, conversions, review prep, and delivery packaging.

You’ll work on a Linux-based render farm, coordinate with artists and IT, and adapt to busy periods with flexible hours. A strong service mindset and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working on Linux from the command line.
• Solid Python and Bash scripting skills, and experience with Git.
• Organized and detail-oriented; you notice problems early.
• Clear communicator with a service-minded attitude.
• Nice to have: VFX/post/media experience; familiarity with Nuke, OpenColorIO, ffmpeg, or render managers; AWS Deadline or production tracking tools; basic networking/storage knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ingest and deliveries: Handle plates, references, turnovers; send finals and reviews; ensure show specs (naming, resolution, color space, codecs, security).
• Render farm: Monitor render queue, fix failed jobs, coordinate with artists/IT as needed.
• Media prep: Prepare media for artists, dailies, internal reviews, and client sessions; automate when possible.
• Tools and automation: Write and maintain Python and shell tools for transfers, media conversion, review prep, and packaging.
• Support: Explain technical issues clearly to artists and producers; document workflows for the team.
• Coverage: Flexibility on shift times during busy delivery periods, including evenings/weekends.

Skills

Linux CLI

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Git

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Nuke

OpenColorIO

ffmpeg

OIIO

render managers

AWS Deadline

production tracking tools

Job description

About The Embassy

The Embassy is a Canadian, Oscar-nominated production house, specializing in live-action production, post-production, and animation for feature films, television, and commercials. We are an independent creative studio with expertise in visual effects and production. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s Digital District, we work with global production companies, agencies and brands in film, television and advertising.

Award-Winning

We have crafted award-winning visual effects for the world’s most recognized brands and film franchises. Our work has received accolades including Oscar nominations and numerous VES, Cannes, D&D, Clio & ADCC awards.

Your Role

Production Services Technicians keep the studio's data and media moving. You'll handle production data from the first client turnover to the final archive. You'll also write and improve the tools that make that work fast and reliable.

• Ingest and deliveries: Receive plates, references, and turnovers from clients and vendors, and send out finals and review media. Check that everything meets show specs for naming, resolution, colour space, codecs, and security.
• Render farm: Watch and prioritize the render queue, fix failed jobs, and make sure farm resources are used well. Bring in artists, production, or IT when needed.
• Media prep: Prepare media for artists, dailies, internal reviews, and client sessions, and automate as much of that as you can.
• Tools and automation: Write and maintain Python and shell tools for transfers, media conversion, review prep, and delivery packaging, and keep improving them as each show goes on.
• Support: Explain technical issues clearly to both artists and producers. Document workflows and tools so the rest of the team can rely on them.
• Coverage: Be flexible on shift times during busy delivery periods, including occasional evenings and weekends.

What we're looking for

• Comfortable working on Linux from the command line
• Solid Python and Bash scripting skills, and experience with Git
• Organized and detail-oriented; you notice problems early
• Able to juggle several urgent requests calmly
• Clear communicator with a helpful, service-minded attitude
• Nice to have: experience with VFX, post, or media; familiarity with Nuke, OpenColorIO, ffmpeg/OIIO, render managers, AWS Deadline, or production tracking tools; basic networking or storage knowledge

We Offer

• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance with standard working hours of 9am–5pm
• Paid lunch break
• Group benefits for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees
• Sick days and floating holidays for eligible employees
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Centrally located office space for those who enjoy in-person collaboration
• Fully stocked kitchen with complimentary snacks and drinks
• Friday Happy Hour - join the team every Friday at 4pm, in person or remotely, for a casual wind-down chat over drinks

The Embassy Visual Effects Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.

Please note: At this time, we are only accepting applications from those who are legally eligible to work in Canada and are currently BC residents or willing to establish BC residency for the duration of the contract.