Post Production Engineer

Warner Bros. Discovery; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery in London is seeking a hands-on Technical Operations professional to join the De Lane Lea team at our new Soho site, with occasional travel to Greek Street and Leavesden studios.

You will help ensure reliable operation of picture, sound, screening and production systems, delivering expert technical support to colleagues and clients in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about post‑production technology and enjoy challenging projects, you’ll thrive here working

Qualifications

• Understanding of digital cinema equipment, industry standards and post-production workflows.
• Demonstrable expertise in picture monitor and projector technologies, including calibration.
• Ability to perform audio monitor line-ups for mix stage environments.
• Solid IT skills covering workstation assembly, configuration and troubleshooting.
• Good working knowledge of computer networking principles.
• Familiarity with video and audio standards, together with supporting broadcast and post-production infrastructure.
• Awareness of current MPAA security standards and best practices is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering support, system configuration and technical changes within screening, picture and sound departments.
• Support the calibration of broadcast monitors, cinema projectors and audio systems.
• Maintain, update and troubleshoot production hardware and software to ensure reliable operation.
• Deliver installation, configuration and technical assistance for cutting rooms and client systems.
• Provide technical support for staff, clients and production sessions.
• Work closely with operational and management teams to ensure the seamless delivery of services and minimise disruption.
• Plan and carry out installation projects as required.

Skills

Digital cinema knowledge

Picture monitor calibration

Audio monitor line-ups

IT troubleshooting

Networking fundamentals

Video/Audio standards

MPAA security awareness

Tools

Avid Nexis

DDP

StorNext

GPFS

FilmLight Baselight

Autodesk Flame

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Our studios are considered one of the foremost motion picture and television production and post‑production facilities in the world. They inform, engage, and transport audiences to new worlds. The key to that lies with our Studio Operations group, which includes areas like soundstage/backlot set rentals, events, design, culinary, construction, landscaping and much more. Whether it’s hosting an unforgettable studio tour, creating an optimal workspace, or equipping talent to tell the best stories, these teams lay the foundation for the memorable experiences we provide.

Your New Role...

Join our talented De Lane Lea Technical Operations team, supporting specialist state‑of‑the‑art post‑production and screening facilities at our brand new site in the heart of Soho, London, with occasional optional travel to our Greek Street and Leavesden studios.

In this hands‑on role, you will help ensure the reliable operation of picture, sound, screening and production systems while providing expert technical support to colleagues and clients. From cutting rooms and cinema screenings, to cutting‑edge picture and sound environments, our Soho facilities are where world‑class post‑production comes to life!

If you are passionate about post‑production technology and enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Assist with engineering support, system configuration and technical changes within screening, picture and sound departments.
• Support the calibration of broadcast monitors, cinema projectors and audio systems.
• Maintain, update and troubleshoot production hardware and software to ensure reliable operation.
• Deliver installation, configuration and technical assistance for cutting rooms and client systems.
• Provide technical support for staff, clients and production sessions.
• Work closely with operational and management teams to ensure the seamless delivery of services and minimise disruption.
• Plan and carry out installation projects as required.

Qualifications & Experience...

• Understanding of digital cinema equipment, industry standards and post‑production workflows.
• Demonstrable expertise in picture monitor and projector technologies, including calibration.
• Ability to perform audio monitor line‑ups for mix stage environments.
  Solid IT skills covering workstation assembly, configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with shared media storage platforms, such as Avid Nexis, DDP, StorNext and GPFS, would be advantageous.
• Operational support experience with Linux‑based FilmLight Baselight and Autodesk Flame systems is desirable.
• Good working knowledge of computer networking principles.
• Familiarity with video and audio standards, together with supporting broadcast and post‑production infrastructure.
• Awareness of current MPAA security standards and best practices is beneficial.

This role requires flexibility to work an onsite shift pattern between 8:30am and 8:00pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend working to support operational requirements.

Onsite Working - This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement, where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.