Manager, Technical Operations

Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you'll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We're big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits, not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work.

Dolby's consumer entertainment and cinema businesses are bringing Dolby's breakthrough technologies, powering the world's top movies, TV shows, music, games, and live sports to more places around the world across a wider range of consumer experiences and devices.

Reporting to the Director of Technical Operations, you will be part of the team that promotes and provides services to support Dolby's content formats.  This includes the creation of content in-house and assisting the industry to establish efficient workflows to create and distribute Dolby enabled content.  Dolby also operates two Los Angeles area screening rooms where filmmakers and industry professionals can create and showcase their work.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Direct oversight of Los Angeles area Technical Operations, including both technical infrastructure and personnel
  • Burbank and Hollywood screening room operations
  • Content encoding and packaging for digital cinema distribution
  • Content QC
  • Content replication and delivery
  • KDM generation
  • Maintain the organizational structure of filesystems
  • Assist in the archiving of all required content
• Design, build, and maintain LA based labs (theatres, demo spaces, project studios, QC rooms)
  • Liaise with suppliers and support service providers as required for equipment
  • Audio Architect programming
  • Crestron programming
• Work alongside team members to ensure timely response to partner inquiries
• Interact with partners for technical guidance as it relates to their use of our screening rooms and labs
• Carry out playback support for content which Dolby has created, or in which Dolby has a vested interest for successful playback
• Host demos for partners showcasing Dolby Vision & Dolby Atmos content
• Interact professionally with internal and external partners, in person and via email
• Keep up with industry standards and streamline content creation practices
• On an ad hoc basis, help define technical and creative projects, monitor them and bring them to a satisfactory conclusion
• Perform other duties as required by management

Knowledge:

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant audio/video industry experience
• 3+ years managing a post-production operations team
• A technical understanding of digital cinema and accompanying workflows is important
• A technical understanding of audio/video hardware & software systems is important

Skills:

• Great communication skills that enable the ability to convey complex technical ideas and present them to internal and external partners
• Creative abilities to execute content for Cinema needs
• Adaptability with a changing work environment and changing priorities

Abilities:

• During high volume workload periods, the role will require the ability to work under pressure to meet demanding deadlines and manage workflows accordingly
• Comprehensive understanding of digital cinema content creation tools

PRACTICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• On occasions overtime may be required to meet deadlines

 
So come and embark on a journey with Dolby as the Manager of Technical Operations in the vibrant realms of Cinema and Post-Production. Elevate your career amidst the magic of filmmaking and content creation, overseeing a dynamic technical team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the technical landscape of the entertainment industry. Join us in fostering innovation, ensuring seamless operations, and delivering unparalleled cinematic experiences. Apply now to lead our Technical Operations and be a driving force in the future of cinema and post-production excellence.

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The San Francisco/Bay Area base salary range for this full-time position is $118,000 - 142,000, which can vary if outside this location, plus bonus, benefits, and some roles may also include equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, competencies, experience, market demands, internal parity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.

Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.