Job Description
Who We Are:
Angel is the home of stories that amplify light. Through its platform, thousands of “Angel” investors choose which titles will be created, funded, and distributed. Angel allows creators and audiences to form passionate communities around their creative projects, making the story behind the story as important as the final project itself. Some of the studio's key projects-- The Sound of Freedom and Dry Bar Comedy --have earned billions of views around the world. Learn more at Angel.com
We’re looking for passionate team members who want to build world-class products that will reshape media over the coming decades. Learn more about:
Join us and be part of stories that amplify light!
Summary/Objective:
The Media Technician, Content Standards position is responsible for editing licensed third-party films to meet Angel's content standards, and delivering finished files through the Angel Guild platform. This is not a role focused on original productions or theatrical releases. It is detail-oriented, process-driven work that requires precision, consistency, and a professional approach to mature content.
Expectations at Angel:
- Amplify light in every action.
- As the owner of your outcomes, you are empowered to break down silos and coordinate with any and all people you need in order to get things done.
- You are ultimately responsible for achieving the outcomes while also using resources wisely, whether that be money, people, or time.
- Know your customer. It might be our viewers, investors, creators, or internal Angel Teams. Ensure you understand your customer and their needs, communicate with them clearly, and deliver on their expectations.
- Contribute in a way that moves the Angel mission forward and exemplifies the team qualities required for working at Angel.
- When faced with challenges, maintain the ability to use perseverance, consistently and courageously find creative solutions, and break down barriers to handle the challenge of complication. Focus is on creating building/testing/learning/resolution rather than getting stuck and identifying or placing blame.
Essential Functions:
- Review licensed films and accurately identify content requiring removal or adjustment per Angel's content standards, including explicit language, graphic violence, sexual content, and other flagged material.
- Perform precise timeline edits, including cuts and audio adjustments, to bring films into compliance without disrupting the viewing experience for the audience.
- Export finished files per required delivery specifications and upload completed titles to the Angel Guild platform.
- Maintain organized project files and clear documentation for each title moving through the workflow.
- Collaborate with the Media Operations and content standards teams to resolve edge cases or content decisions that fall outside standard guidelines.
- Flag any technical or content issues that require escalation before a title can be delivered.
- Stay current with Angel's content standards as guidelines evolve.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in the English language required. Additional language proficiency is a plus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Competencies:
- An exceptional listener with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented perspective and able to pick up on overlooked details.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to make informed decisions independently.
- Must be able to manage multiple assignments, set priorities, and adapt to changing conditions.
- Demonstrate an ability to problem-solve and manage tasks with ambiguity.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Can take feedback to solve assigned projects positively and create better solutions.
- A quick study, able to learn new skills and learn how to use new programs.
- Must participate in setting and achieving regularly scheduled and outlined objectives.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to change quickly.
- Extensive knowledge of media, production, and entertainment industry.
Work environment - When in the main office, expect a comfortable, air-conditioned work environment. Team members are issued their own desks, but the office is an open, shared space and can be fast-paced and occasionally noisy.
Physical demands - May require sitting/standing for extended periods and carrying equipment up to 20 lbs.
Position type and expected hours of work - Regular full-time, 40 hours per week.
Travel required - Regular out of state travel is not anticipated
Required Education and Experience:
- Proficiency in a professional NLE, with Davinci Resolve strongly preferred.
- At least 2 years experience as a video editor.
- Comfort reviewing and editing content that includes mature themes such as strong language, violence, and sexual situations. This is a routine and significant part of the job and candidates should be prepared to encounter this material regularly.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
- Experience with content compliance or standards-and-practices editing.
- Familiarity with the Angel Guild platform or similar content distribution systems.
- Knowledge of common deliverable specs including codec, frame rate, and resolution requirements.
- Familiarity with Angel, the Angel Guild, and our body of work (films, series, and other projects).
Work authorization - Must be authorized to work in the United States.
EEO statement
At Angel Studios, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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