What are the responsibilities and job description for the Live Assistant Editor (Temporary) Project Based position at A&E Networks?
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Division Story
Production Operations and Engineering consists of a wide range of media centric roles. We are responsible for managing the entire life cycle of A E's programming. This is where we produce, transform, broadcast and distribute content as well as run the tech infrastructure for the Media Supply chain. We are an energetic team that fulfills the business objectives within a thriving dynamic industry. Developing new solutions to continually improve the user experience of our customers, consumers and colleagues is our mandate. If you have the determination and aptitude we are seeking for a role in this challenging and rewarding business and are eager to work for a department that sets the standard for our industry, then we look forward to speaking with you!
Job Description
THE ROLE : Live Assistant Editor (Temporary) Project Based
3PPW-Projected based 1000-hour freelance, per year. non-exempt
A&E Television Networks is seeking a freelance Live Assistant Editor . This role is based in Stamford, CT, at our post-production facility.
The ideal candidate will must be detail-oriented, adaptable, and t hrives in the fast-paced environment of live broadcasting and post-production.
MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO :
Key Responsibilities :
Manage E dit sessions to format live content.
Ensure media is prepared and staged for editing.
Check for captions and request them as needed.
Prep projects by syncing supplemental audio tracks and captions when automation is unavailable.
Export files for transcoding and delivery.
Ensure best practices for ingesting, transcoding, and standards-converting footage, troubleshooting quality issues as required .
Provide first line troubleshooting for technical issues and collaborate with Engineering to test systems and workflows.
Organize media and metadata to support archiving and project management.
Export proxies and deliverables per editor instructions.
Maintain live show timings and document final time codes.
YOUR STORY : Qualifications :
1-3 years of experience in live production or post-production.
Knowledge of live event production and file-based production workflows.
Familiarity with file formats, encoding processes, media supply chains, and digital delivery methods.
Proficiency in post-production tools such as Media Encoder, Telestream Vantage, Airtable , Premiere Pro, Office 365, Google G-Suite, and Frame.io.
Strong computer skills, including administration of Windows and MacOS systems.
Skills & Knowledge :
Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience with long-form, reality content, and broadcast television networks.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Flexibility to work to accommodate projects deadlines.
B ackground in non-linear editing in an area including Adobe (Premiere, AE, Audition, etc.)
Strong understanding of linear, non-linear, social media production workflows.
Please note project assignment associates are engaged to provide service to A E Networks on a temporary basis in connection with a specific project. Project assignment associates are hired and employed through athird partyvendor.
Compensation
Contract Hourly Pay Rate : $37.85
Thepay rate displayed serves as a good faith estimate for this role.
Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors
such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and
experience. Learn more at aenetworks.com / careers.
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