Quality Control Technician

AMC Networks; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Services

Work from home one day per week

Job summary

AMC Global Media in Bethpage, NY is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join its Media Operations & Engineering team. The role emphasizes precise metadata, QA workflows, and collaboration with internal stakeholders while supporting broadcast quality standards.

Base compensation ranges from $55,000 to $60,000 with a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid in-office/remote option, including Wellness, 401k, and parental leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum combined 2 years of experience in Master Control, Quality Control and/or Video Editor.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality Control.
• Works independently in the absence of supervisor.
• Understanding of Broadcast technology, specifically quality control or related functions.
• Understanding of QC fundamentals and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of Evertz Mediator MAM or equivalent MAM/DAM software.
• Familiarity with third-party software related to MAM/Supply Chain functionality (i.e. Auto QC, time compression, transcoding)
• Experience with digital file codecs/wrappers, transcoding workflows, and bit rates
• Comprehenion of QC rating and reporting system
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate business needs

Responsibilities

• Provide full and accurate metadata entries and evaluation of quality control assignments, giving great attention to detail and accuracy
• Adhere to documented department practices
• Complete the expected daily assigned tasks.

Skills

Master Control

Quality Control

Video Editor

Broadcast technology

QC fundamentals

Evertz Mediator MAM

MAM/DAM software

Auto QC

Transcoding workflows

Digital codecs

File delivery

Tools

Evertz Mediator MAM

Auto QC

Job description

Job Description

AMC Global Media is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world.

We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business.

We are currently seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our Media Operations & Engineering team in our Bethpage, NY location.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communicate:

• Effectively communicate and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders.
• Escalate technical issues to appropriate team members.
• Report any consistent oddities across media assets of similar seasons, series, or suppliers with your teammates.

Analyze and Evaluate:

• Provide full and accurate metadata entries and evaluation of quality control assignments, giving great attention to detail and accuracy
• Adhere to documented department practices
• Complete the expected daily assigned tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

Required:

• Minimum combined 2 years of experience in Master Control, Quality Control and/or Video Editor
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality Control
• Works independently in the absence of supervisor
• Understanding of Broadcast technology, specifically quality control or related functions
• Understanding of QC fundamentals and operating procedures
• Knowledge of Evertz Mediator MAM or equivalent MAM/DAM software.
• Familiarity with third-party software related to MAM/Supply Chain functionality (i.e. Auto QC, time compression, transcoding)
• Experience with digital file codecs/wrappers, transcoding workflows, and bit rates
• Comprehenion of QC rating and reporting system
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate business needs

Preferred:

• Experience with delivering media (high profile content) to SVOD/AVOD services
• Knowledge of distribution routes for premiere programming/live events to SVOD/VOD/AVOD partners
• Comprehension of file delivery workflows from acquisition/receipt to transmission/delivery
• Adaptable to change (e.g., new technologies, changes in procedures, priorities, and workflow).

The base compensation for this position is $55,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience. AMC Global Media additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Global Media values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation,disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation,disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.