Audio Editor, Night Shift

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Audio Editor position is one of the key functions within a large creative team that focuses on the development of promotional content and the qualitative assessment of assets for distribution on national networks and online platforms. In the broadcast and on-demand delivery chain, the Audio Editor enables file-based workflows and delivery to client approval services and systems. This position is Mon-Fri, from 4:30 pm MST to 1:00 am MST.

Responsibilities
• Operate digital audio workstations (principally Pro Tools) and associated outboard equipment and integrated consoles.

• Complete technical QC evaluations of long form programming assets to ensure program masters meet technical specifications set forth by Starz.

• Synchronize ATMOS/7.1/5.1/2.0/1.0 audio to picture, to include effects, dialog, voiceover, and music.

• Collaborate with producers/project managers to generate high quality material consistent with a nationally recognized premium program service.

• Edit and mix audio tracks for Starz promotional material.

• Manage audio/video assets through supply chain from start to finish.

• Maintain high level of project media and metadata organization with our work-in-progress asset management systems.

• Utilize signal monitoring equipment to measure & evaluate audio and metadata content to match outgoing delivery requirements and SMPTE, ATSC, NTSC recommended practices, especially in terms of broadcast loudness standards.

Qualifications & Skills
• At least 3 years of experience in broadcast post-production with direct audio editing/mixing experience of content placed nationally for advertising agency clients; and/or nationally distributed broadcast or cable network service.

• Proven editorial experience using Pro tools.
• Professional application of audio signal monitoring and processing to maintain loudness to prevailing specification and recommended practice by SMPTE, ATSC and FCC.
• Experience with multi-track distribution and conforming within Pro Tools.

• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

• Good time-management skills

• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Nice to Haves
• Experience evaluating the audio content of long form content for television is strongly preferred

About the Company

Business Unit Overview

Starz

With the Company aligning its studio operations behind the growth of its streaming business, Starz has become one of the pre-eminent modern premium global streaming platforms. Offering subscribers more than 7.500 television episodes, including Starz original series and provocative documentaries, along with a broad catalogue of first-run movies, Starz is taking the lead in delivering relatable premium content that makes it the platform of choice among a wide spectrum of female, African-American and other historically underserved audiences. Its focused brand, premium content and freedom from legacy relationships position Starz at the forefront of the new bundles emerging throughout the media ecosystem, a compelling value proposition to complement virtually every kind of subscription platform.

Distinguished by its successful and focused content strategy, top programming, exceptional curation and speed to market, Starz has quickly scaled its platform to become one of the most widely distributed and fastest-growing OTT services in the world, with OTT subscribers making up more than half of its global subscriber base. The Starzplay International premium subscription service offers a ''best of global SVOD'' content portfolio in more than 50 countries throughout Europe, Latin America, Canada, Japan and India through a bespoke and expanding network of distribution partners. The Starzplay Arabia joint venture is one of the leading SVOD operators in the fast-growing Middle East and North Africa region. The proprietary and highly-rated Starz app, a proven hit with US audiences, continues to roll out internationally.
Our Benefits
• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase

• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day

• 401(k) company matching

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Compensation

$55,900 - $69,900

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Denver

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1p96x-3-145-166-7-42 in your application.