Data I/O Specialist - Burbank, United States - Pixelogic Media Partners, LLC

    Default job background
    Description

    Shift:
    Monday-Friday Swing Shift - 3:30pm-12am


    Compensation:
    $20-22/hr
    Promote and champion OneQ and the Global Data I/O

    Team Goals:
    One Queue. One Team. Any Task .Any Location. Any Time.

    To support the various departments and locations in the supply chain, customers, and suppliers, Pixelogic requires a Data I/O Lead in the Burbank office.

    The Level I Specialist, Data I/O support the team as they work toward the Lead's daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.

    The Level I Specialist, Data I/O focus on accurately and consistently completing all work. The Level I Specialist, Data I/O must actively suggest edits to documentation and to workflow.

    The Data I/O team is by its nature global, consequently this Specialist is expected to participate in local and global activities in a geographically agnostic context.


    This includes but is not limited to:

    • Pulling in work from other locations and asking for assistance when it is needed for the local team.
    • Influencing global efficiencies by load balancing and waste reduction.
    • Completing projects as assigned to improve the reliability of Data I/O as a service.
    • Influencing the performance of departments that use Data I/O technologies but are not within
    the scope of the department.


    • Contributing to and drawing from global training content and executing the same.
    • Recommending and completing infrastructure projects.
    • Influencing and optimizing workflow enhancements and standardization.
    • Creating, maturing, and monitoring global KPIs.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    The Level I Specialist, Data I/O is expected to exemplify the values of Pixelogic. Accountability, while Aiming for Perfection, Constantly Improving, Innovating, and Focusing on our Customers, with Integrity, Inclusivity, and Positivity.

    In addition, the Level I Specialist, Data I/O will be capable of building up the local Data I/O team and influencing the global team positively.

    Leadership attributes that make Data I/O successful in accomplishing its mission to serve its internal and external customers with excellence in speed, reliability, and accuracy.

    Level I Specialist, Data I/O, is expected to have an in-depth knowledge of transmission methods, infrastructure, media types, physical and digital, and the aspects of the workflow that influence productivity.

    Productivity is vital to the cost effectiveness of the department; however, "accuracy on time" is paramount and should be the priority.

    Level I Specialist, Data I/O solves problems and escalates through the chain of command as needed. Measurements of productivity and reliability point to opportunities for improved performance. Performance must be considered in a global context as Data I/O is a global team. Consequently, opportunities for improvement in the team need to be shared if proven to be effective. Compliance with global security protocols and Pixelogic security policies is mandatory.
    Data I/O is a demanding, fast paced work environment and should be approached with flexibility, resilience, and collaboration. The ability to function as a team is critical to the success of the Data I/O function. An ability to adapt, be resilient, and creative often will help the team navigate through challenges. A positive supportive attitude is required to influence the success of the team. Priorities and workloads may need to change to meet a temporary need.

    Level I Specialist, Data I/O is expected to be able to be resilient in times of difficulty but forward looking, avoiding the negative impact of unmitigated vulnerabilities.


    Responsibilities:

    • Use and promote the OneQ and One Global Team goal.
    • Focus on accurately and consistently completing all work.
    • Actively suggest edits to documentation and to workflow.
    • Consistent and constant communication in Teams channels and in email.
    • Fully capable of completing at a minimum Data IO Level I task.
    • Facilitate the delivery of digital files via various file transmissions means such as Aspera (P2P and
    Faspex), Signiant, FTP as well as multiple client proprietary transmissions tools.


    • Download and ingest digital files and post to various storage servers in a timely manner.
    • Facilitate communication between Data IO and all other departments to schedule and resolve issues
    within a fast-paced, dynamic workflow.


    • Continuously monitor progress of multiple projects to maximize resources and time efficiency.
    • Log digital assets as they come in and notify the recipients as soon as possible.
    • Run verification tools, such as Verifier ++, MD5 checksums to validate file integrity.
    • Create proxies through proxy creation tools and hot folders.
    • Barcode and log physical assets as they come and notify recipients as soon as possible.
    • Properly scan and check-out physical assets to secure and approved environments for tracking.
    • Create shippers and ship physical assets by coordinating with local couriers or freight companies.
    • Restore digital files from LTO and post to production servers.
    • Archive digital files to LTO for internal and client back-ups.
    • Mount and load digital files to external hard drives.
    • Manipulate files including renaming, renumbering, and updating metadata information.
    • Proactively coordinate with key production stakeholders to manage disk space within SAN and
    various production servers so minimize delays for incoming files.


    • Maintain DATA IO / Packaging Manual used to communicate summary of platform specifications to
    other operators.


    • Update status of the disposition of assets in multiple work order-based asset management systems,
    including manually updating metadata, workability, in-progress, and completion of tasks.


    • Address lag issues as they come up or discrepancies in media files when received to expedite
    possible re-delivery and to minimize delays.


    • Escalate all issues as they come up if deadlines are in jeopardy, especially for media assets that are
    associated with sensitive, high-profile titles.


    • Represent and uphold all departmental policies and procedures and maintain an exceptional level of
    service for both external and internal clients.


    • Ensure the security protocols are followed.
    • Other related tasks as assigned to fulfill responsibilities.
    • A positive attitude when experiencing obstacles and enthusiasm towards getting work done.
    • Ability and willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques and take on new tasks.
    • Passionate about quality, customer experience and customer service excellence.
    • Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
    • Excellent in multi-tasking.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Ability to work on your own initiative.
    • Great team player and willingness to help and train others.
    • Dependable.
    • Works Autonomously without supervision.
    • Works well under pressure.
    • Willingness to take on new work.
    • Innovative Ideas for Improving the Process.
    • Experience with Internal and External customer communications.
    • Communication requirements with Client Representatives and coordinate with on boarding to
    ensure successful deliveries.


    • Understand, process and initiate escalation processes.
    • Advanced knowledge of Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems including command line.
    • Background or training in IT, postproduction workflows and new media.
    • Experience in industry standard delivery and file transfer mechanisms including Aspera P2P,
    Aspera Faspex, Signiant, FTP, etc.


    • Experience in dealing with different types of physical media formats including drives, tapes,
    disks as well as managing LTO archives.


    • Experience in dealing with storage solutions such as Quantum's StorNext, and LTO.
    • Understanding of computer networks including DMZ, production networks, VPNs, and firewalls.
    • Understanding of computer hardware, protocols, and firewalls in a production environment a
    plus.


    • Experienced Data Management.
    • Understanding of media including metadata, XMLs, audio and video formats, codec etc.

    Experience:

    • 1 to 2 years of experience in a data operations environment is preferred.

    Education:

    • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College/University or equivalent professional experience.
    • Bachelor's degree in computer science a plus.
    #J-18808-Ljbffr