Digital Asset Management Coordinator

Cella by Randstad Digital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Cella by Randstad Digital is seeking a detail-oriented Coordinator for DAM Operations in Los Angeles. You will support end-to-end intake of premium media assets into the enterprise DAM system, ensuring accurate categorization, security, and readiness for internal use and external distribution.

You will apply precise metadata, perform QC checks, and assist with asset transfers via Aspera and Signiant while maintaining clear status updates for stakeholders and driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Digital Asset Management or related media role.
• Familiarity with large-scale media ingest workflows and metadata workflows.
• Knowledge of media formats, codecs, frame rates, subtitles, and distribution requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ingest and process digital media assets following established procedures and naming conventions.
• Apply precise technical and descriptive metadata to ingested assets.
• Perform post-ingest QC and escalate any issues impacting distribution readiness.
• Interact with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely asset delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

1+ years of DMA/MediaOps experience

Tools

Aspera

Signiant Media Shuttle

Smartsheet

Airtable

Adobe Creative Suite

OpenText Media Management

Job description

Location: Los Angeles, CaliforniaJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $28 - 30 per hourWe are seeking a detail-oriented Coordinator, DAM Operations to join a leading major entertainment studio's Digital Asset Management Operations team. In this role, you will support the end-to-end intake of premium studio media assets into our enterprise Digital Asset Management (DAM) system.Working closely with the broader Content Operations team, you will ingest, validate, and organize digital assets-ensuring all media is accurately categorized, secured, and ready for global distribution across internal teams and external partners.Responsibilities:Asset Ingest & Processing: Ingest digital media assets (full-length programming, marketing materials, artwork, audio, captions/subtitles, and supporting documentation) following established procedures and naming conventions.Metadata Management: Apply precise technical and descriptive metadata to ingested assets-including security policies, codecs, frame rates, audio configurations, and content details-conforming to established standards.Quality Control (QC): Perform post-ingest QC checks on video, image, audio, and paperwork elements to confirm compliance with distribution standards and specifications; identify and escalate issues.File Transfers & Delivery Handling: Receive and verify incoming asset deliveries from internal teams and third-party vendors via tools like Aspera and Signiant Media Shuttle.Workflow & Queue Monitoring: Monitor ingest queues, troubleshoot failed or stalled uploads, and escalate technical issues to DAM Operations and Enterprise Technology teams.Legacy Media Migration: Support the migration and validation of legacy digital assets and physical media (e.g., LTO, DVD-R, Digibeta, HDCamSR) stored on network drives or physical formats awaiting ingest.Tracking & Communication: Maintain accurate status tracking for ingest requests via project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Airtable) and keep internal stakeholders updated.User Support & Documentation: Assist internal teams with upload/download requests, file sharing, and metadata corrections while helping maintain process documentation.Continuous Improvement: Help test new ingest workflows, automations, and system updates; identify recurring ingest errors or metadata inconsistencies and suggest process enhancements.Qualifications:Experience: 1+ years of experience in Digital Asset Management, Media Operations, Post-Production, or a related Media & Entertainment role (relevant internship or entry-level media experience will be considered).Technical Knowledge: Working knowledge of film, video, audio, and digital file formats, including codecs, frame rates, aspect ratios, audio channel configurations, and subtitle/caption files.File Transfer Tools: Familiarity with high-speed delivery applications (e.g., Aspera, Signiant Media Shuttle).Software Skills: Proficiency on Mac and PC operating systems and Microsoft Office. Experience with Smartsheet, Airtable, or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.System & Hardware Experience (Pluses):Experience with enterprise DAM systems (e.g., OpenText Media Management).Experience handling physical media formats (e.g., LTO, DVD-R, Digibeta, HDCamSR).Key Soft Skills:Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with a high comfort level executing structured, volume-heavy workflows.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities, hit deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.JOBID: 102026-165457#LI-CELLA#LI-MM2Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail] offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.ABOUT CELLAWe are passionate about connecting you with the right role at the right organization—and providing you great benefits for the great work you do. With an attractive compensation package including competitive salary, 401(k) plan, weekly paychecks, holiday pay and a health benefits program, we have you covered.Cella is an award-winning leader in consulting, staffing and managed solutions for creative, marketing, digital and proposal development teams. We help people build meaningful careers and partner with companies to help them win. Our staffing solutions include freelance, contract, temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire positions. Cella has earned the 2022 Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Awards—an honor earned by only 1% of staffing firms in the U.S. Cella is an equal opportunity employer.