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Technical Edit Assistant
Technical Edit Assistant-August 2024
London
Aug 17, 2025
ABOUT WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY
Warner Bros. Discovery is a premier, global entertainment company focused on offering the most dynamic media & streaming experience in the world.
10,000+ employees
Technology, Engineering
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About Technical Edit Assistant

  Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

  Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

  Who We Are...

  When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

  From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

  Working within Postproduction, the Technical Edit Assistant is responsible for a range of edit support and media management functions within the department. An understanding of Postproduction and non-linear editing workflows is a must.

  The role requires editing skills using Adobe Premiere and Avid Media Composer and an ability to provide operational support to Editors working on these platforms. The Technical Edit Assistant will also be required to prepare and deliver files for transmission and must be able to perform a DPP wrap and to edit video and audio to ensure PSE compliance.

  Another function of the role is project and media management across a wide range of workflows, including but not limited to Helmut, SCS, Provys and Tedial. An understanding of the uses of metadata and how this facilitates our various workflows is essential.

  The Technical Edit Assistant will be the first point of contact for all editors working on the edit platform. They must demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and will need to take responsibility for the triage and escalation of issues to the relevant departments. They will be required to provide a high level of customer service to the network channels and internal clients and to highlight any client needs, workflow challenges/efficiencies or technical/operational problems to the Postproduction Operations Supervisor.

  The role will involve working shifts, including days, nights and weekends.

  Key Responsibilities:

  Providing technical and/or operational support to the editors, the general Postproduction team, other members of staff and clients.Preparing sequences for delivery, including performing a DPP wrap or editing the sequence to ensure PSE compliance.Running Harding or Vidchecker tests as required.Understanding and executing the end-to-end file delivery process, including creation of new jobs in Provys and the pushing of metadata to SCS.Management of media and projects on all relevant network locations and file delivery/viewing systems.Troubleshooting issues with media, identifying where an issue has arisen in the workflow, arranging re-deliveries, and relinking as appropriate.Troubleshooting issues with the edit platform and the edit suites and reporting issues to the Postproduction Operations supervisor and relevant engineering teams as required.Playing out, packaging, and delivering assets from and to Edit, GFX and/or Audio.Carrying out basic Edit or GFX work as required.Communicating queries or missing materials to Edit Bookings and/or the Edit Coordinators. Liaising with the internal and external media suppliers where necessary.QC-ing of assets and edited sequences.Keeping all paperwork and logs up-to-date and accurate.Able to thoroughly carry out metadata entry tasks.Responsible for ensuring all operational procedures are followed.Prioritise and deal with queries as quickly and efficiently as possible.Analyse the current workflow and propose/report anything that can be improved.Clear and effective hand over of responsibilities to the following shift.Ad hoc duties.

  Requirements:

  A working understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro and the Creative Cloud Suite are essential.Knowledge of Helmut and MAM/Framelight.Experience with file-based workflows and broadcast technology, including understanding of video and audio theory.Understanding of PSE compliance.An understanding of remote edit, Cloud-based workflows and virtual machines.Proficiency with common file types, codecs and resolutions.Ability to QC and repair, where necessary, erroneous content.Good organizational skills - a focused, analytical and methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.An ability to multitask, prioritising TX-critical tasks while ensuring progress continues to be made on all other jobs.Self-motivated with the ability to manage your own time and work to meet demanding deadlines.Adaptability, catering to the varying needs of different internal clients.Ability to coordinate, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work well under pressure.Technical training and experience in a recognized post facility or media-based organization, particularly those with tight deadlines and quick turnarounds.Good operational knowledge of working within a team editing environment.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Able to use initiative and make decisions but recognize problems and escalate as appropriate.Keen interest in sports content.Excellent IT and computing skills.

  How We Get Things Done...

  This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

  The Legal Bits...

  Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

  If you're a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected].

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