Content Operation System Administrator

Summary Of Position
The Content Operations Systems Administrator is responsible for the administration, daily operation and maintenance of multiple content operations systems with a focus on the Dalet Galaxy Asset Management system. The candidate will collaborate with multiple business units to identify, implement and refine post production workflows and processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a work environment that requires strong problem-solving skills and independent self-direction, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication. This position will report to the Technical Manager, Content Operations.
Responsibilities

• Work within an Agile framework to support business objectives and goals
• Support and maintain existing Dalet processes and workflows
• Work in a heavily collaborative environment, taking on a variety of roles when necessary with a positive attitude
• Develop, configure, test and document Dalet Galaxy Workflows
• Organize and maintain metadata systems, ensuring accurate and consistent classification, and enforcing governance policies
• Provide Tier 1 support for additional content operations systems and workflows.
• Design, develop and document post production processes and integrations

Qualifications & Skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify potential challenges and propose proactive solutions
• 2+ years of Media Asset Management System administration
• Strong understanding of Mac and Windows operating systems
• 5+ years in a professional media post production environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Python, Javascript, CSS, HTML
• Strong understanding of media codecs and standards
• The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
• Strong understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects

Nice to Haves

• Experience with JIRA
• Ability to troubleshoot without direct supervision
• Experience with FFmpeg and other transcoding technologies
• Dalet Galaxy administrative experience
• Experience and understanding of technical documents as it pertains to API’s and coding languages
• Scripting language knowledge: Python, Javascript, CSS, HTML
• Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite outside of Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects

About The Company
STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading global 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. In 2018, STARZ launched its international premium streaming platform STARZPLAY, now LIONSGATE+, to provide subscribers access to bold, curated storytelling. LIONSGATE+, coupled with the STARZPLAY ARABIA joint venture in MENA and Lionsgate Play in South and Southeast Asia, has a footprint that extends across the globe. STARZ and LIONSGATE+ are available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies around the world. 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.
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 underrepresented 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 company’s international premium subscription service, LIONSGATE+, offers subscribers access to bold, curated storytelling around the world. LIONGATE+ has a footprint that extends across the globe and continues to expand its network of distribution partners. In addition to its LIONSGATE+ markets, it reaches audiences in the Middle East and North African region through STARZPLAY ARABIA and in South and Southeast Asia with Lionsgate Play. The proprietary and highly-rated STARZ app, a proven hit with U.S. audiences, continues to roll out internationally.
Our Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• 401(k) company matching

Compensation
$95,000 - $105,000
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.