Specialist, Image Operations

Job Description

The Image Operations Specialist is responsible for processing digital assets of movies and television series licensed for programming on Starz services and partnered platforms, with a focus on fulfilling, outputting and distributing programmatic image products and asset requests across the company.. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in Photoshop image editing with a design acumen to conform assets into a format that will accommodate a wide range of digital, print and other creative product development. This is an opportunity for an individual to use creative practices within an operational environment by executing high quality, reusable assets to boost visual interest of the Starz brand across all media channels and partner platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Select artwork and images to best represent each title/episode on programmatic platforms and ad-hoc company asset requests. Generate image product sets (per title) that will accommodate all app and partner dimensions and ingest into an internally developed content management platform. Adhere to brand, advertising/promotional, legal and affiliate compliances and their collective specifications.
• Support the output and delivery of Interactive DR static asset projects. This includes prioritizing deliveries to stakeholders and communicating with designers on content output readiness.
• Utilize task/project management tools and monitor licensed movie/series programming deals and image request fulfillment. Input and track statuses title-by-title to ensure assets are processed and available in time to support programming and promotional schedules and deadlines.
• Perform image editing and design as needed on artwork and images to standardize files into flexible, reusable formats. This includes photo enhancements, retouching, resizing, vector graphic conversions and minor content modifications to fit various layouts.
• Collaborate with other operational teams to validate title continuity across media delivery components (video, programming data).
• Conduct digital asset audits and quality checks on re-licensed titles to ensure they continue to align with file, quality and brand standards. Retrieve new assets from licensors if existing files do not meet standards.
• Source and download photographic stills, poster/hero art, logos, and other static marketing materials supplied by studio and network licensors. Directly liaise with the providers to request content as needed.
• Upload, organize and maintain files in digital asset/content management systems with a high level of accuracy and quality assurance. Ensure assets adhere to file (formats, dimensions, layer organization, etc.) and management (organization, metadata, etc.) standards.
• Provide support on other image and photo operational processes as needed.
• Contribute to maintenance of internal knowledge base, process documentation and guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• 4+ years of professional experience in using creative tools such as Adobe Bridge, Photoshop and Illustrator, including advanced knowledge of image editing, design principles, scripting and automation.
• Ability to independently carry out job duties with minimal supervision, consistently executing tasks with precision to meet expected standards and ensuring high accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with interdepartmental teams, either in one-on-one or group discussion.
• Have a keen eye for the best visual representation of how the content will look when applied across multiple platforms and devices.
• Ability to work across multiple productions and projects, managing large volumes of data/content while prioritizing time and resources effectively in a fast paced, high production environment with tight deadlines.
• Flexible to changes in business priorities, ability to adapt to new processes and standards, and re-prioritize work as needed. Adapt and re-prioritize when programming and marketing pivots occur.
• Possess outstanding communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills are a must, ability to work across multiple productions, projects, and large volumes of data/content.
• Previous background working with content management (CMS), digital asset management (DAM) systems, and task/project management tools.
• Understanding of metadata application, taxonomy and controlled vocabulary standards.

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, previous background in the entertainment industry, or conventional/digital photography.
• Experience with broadcast management systems for content information retrieval is a plus.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional and cross-cultural environment.

Compensation

$56,000 - $62,000

About STARZ

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning “We’re All Adults Here.” Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Starz 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, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.