Junior Audio Editor

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Junior Audio Editor plays a pivotal role in crafting compelling promotional content for distribution across national networks and global digital platforms. As an integral part of our team, you will be responsible for editing and mastering audio for video promotions tailored for diverse network outlets. Flexibility is key in this role, as you'll navigate organizational and scheduling logistics to meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities
• Collaborate with producers/project managers to generate high quality programming and advertising material consistent with a nationally recognized premium program service

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

• Operates digital audio workstations (principally Pro Tools) and associated outboard equipment and integrated consoles to edit, mix, master, and fashion variants of promotional content

• Properly apply equalization, compression, and effects in accordance with industry standards and best practices

• Operate sound effects/music database system to audition and retrieve audio for lock to picture purposes

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

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

• Responsible for professional application of audio signal monitoring and processing to maintain pre-mix dialogue loudness to the prevailing specification and recommended practice

• Utilize signal monitoring equipment to measure & evaluate audio, and metadata content to match outgoing delivery requirements and SMPTE, ATSC, NTSC recommended practices

Qualifications and Skills
• Some knowledge of audio editing/mixing to picture

• Experience with digital technology and editing software, especially Pro tools

• Familiarity with business platforms for writing, presentations, and analytical skills

• Detail-oriented and capable of organizing and prioritizing

Nice to Haves
• Knowledge in QC evaluations of long form content for television

• Experience with multi-track distribution and conforming within DAW

• Bachelor's degree in broadcasting or film and/or equivalent work experience

About STARZ

STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17 premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. STARZ is available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve representation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.

Compensation

$42,000 – $52, 000

EEO Statement

Nearest Major Market: Denver

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmm3p2-3-145-75-119-42 in your application.