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Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Multi-Media Specialist to join our ... Experience producing material for classroom and virtual delivery (VTC/DCS), encoding/streaming best ...

Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Multi-Media Specialist to join our ... Experience producing material for classroom and virtual delivery (VTC/DCS), encoding/streaming best ...

Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Ability to troubleshoot media playback, encoding, and integration issues and support rapid content updates for deployments. * Desired: * Prior DoD/ARNG multimedia or training center support ...

Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Ability to troubleshoot media playback, encoding, and integration issues and support rapid content updates for deployments. * Desired: * Prior DoD/ARNG multimedia or training center support ...

Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Multi-Media Specialist to join our ... Experience producing material for classroom and virtual delivery (VTC/DCS), encoding/streaming best ...

Peraton

Multi-Media Specialist

Herndon, VA · On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Ability to troubleshoot media playback, encoding, and integration issues and support rapid content updates for deployments. * Desired: * Prior DoD/ARNG multimedia or training center support ...

J5 Consulting

Project Integrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

Demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After-Effects, Media Encoder, Audition, Premiere Pro, and Acrobat Pro. * Demonstrated ...

POOLHOUSE

Senior Video Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Media Encoder * Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including independent design and animation of titles, lower thirds, and motion graphics

POOLHOUSE

Senior Video Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Media Encoder * Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including independent design and animation of titles, lower thirds, and motion graphics

Kastle Systems

Firmware Engineer

Falls Church, VA

Media: Experience with video/audio encoding and streaming * AI Training & Inference: LLM, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, PyTorch, TensorFlow * Source code control systems: Git, Bitbucket * DevSecOps ...

Armison Tech

Web Developer

Chantilly, VA

... Media Encoder, and collaboratingwith instructional designers to translate storyboards into engaging training modules. The duties and responsibilities listed in this generally cover the nature and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Media Encoding Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Media Encoding Specialist, you need a solid understanding of digital media formats, video and audio compression, and experience with encoding workflows, usually supported by relevant technical training or a degree in media production or IT. Familiarity with software such as Adobe Media Encoder, FFmpeg, and various content management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help ensure quality outputs and smooth collaboration with production teams. These skills are essential for delivering high-quality, compatible media assets efficiently in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in media encoding roles, and how can they be addressed?

Media encoding professionals often encounter challenges such as managing large file sizes, ensuring compatibility across multiple platforms, and maintaining high quality while achieving efficient compression. Staying updated with evolving codecs and industry standards is crucial to avoid workflow disruptions. Collaborating closely with content producers, IT teams, and quality assurance helps streamline the encoding process and troubleshoot any playback or compatibility issues quickly. Continuous learning and adopting automation tools can also improve efficiency and output quality.

What is media encoding?

Media encoding is the process of converting audio and video files from one format to another, often to ensure compatibility with different devices or platforms. It involves compressing the data using specific codecs to reduce file size while maintaining quality. Media encoding is essential for streaming, broadcasting, and distributing digital media efficiently. Professionals in this field use specialized software and hardware to optimize files for web, television, or mobile use.

What is the difference between Media Encoding vs Video Editing?

AspectMedia EncodingVideo Editing
Required CredentialsBasic technical knowledge, certifications in encoding softwareCreative skills, editing software certifications
Work EnvironmentMedia production facilities, post-production labsEditing suites, multimedia studios
Industry UsageBroadcasting, streaming services, multimedia companiesFilm, television, online content creation
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Media Encoding focuses on converting media files into different formats for compatibility and distribution, requiring technical skills and knowledge of encoding standards. Video Editing involves assembling and enhancing video footage to create a finished product, emphasizing creative and visual skills. While both roles are essential in media production, they serve different functions within the workflow.

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Hybrid Position: Audio Visual Specialist / Producer in Rockville, MD

Hybrid Position: Audio Visual Specialist / Producer in Rockville, MD

Visionsoft International

Rockville, MD • On-site

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Job description

We have an opening for the attached AV JD. Resource would be required to go our Rockville office 3-4 days a week (likely on the higher side to start).

We are seeking a highly motivated, flexible, organized, and detail oriented AV Producer  to join our dynamic team at Rockville, MD. If you want to learn, grow, and help then this is the job for you. We support a project/customer that seeks to better understand, treat, and ultimately prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic disease seeks fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability.” What you do matters and has significant impact on the medical and scientific communities we serve. Your work here really matters and has real impact.

Responsibilities 

  • Responsible for providing meeting and conference/event setup assistance in multiple on-site conference rooms to customers using industry standard conferencing technology:
    • Conference Room computer/laptop and projector.
    • Web conferencing (Zoom, Teams, etc.)
    • Video conferencing/Soft-client based Meetings.
  • Provide technical support and conduct routine maintenance on conference room equipment i.e. Testing media displays, computers, speakers, mics, and conferencing equipment.
  • Ensures optimal configuration and performance of equipment to meet customer requirements.
  • Serves as the first point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software, and all types of audio/visual systems, equipment and applications using PC and Mac.
  • Escalate repair of malfunctioning equipment to advanced support vendors and oversee repair request until it is completed be the vendor.
  • Handle routine questions by customers about operation and usage of conference room equipment.
  • Familiarity with use of and troubleshooting standard AV technologies i.e. LED displays, microphones, speakers etc.
  • Basic graphics/video/audio production and editing utilizing Adobe CC apps
    • Simple editing of media (clips, transitions, lower thirds)
    • Media encoding for streaming platforms
  • Set/Mobile Video Production environments
    • Setup/operate cameras/mics/lighting for ad-hoc production “interview” environments
  • Works with users to determine specific AV needs and requirements for their meetings and tests all scenarios before meeting start time.
  • Familiar with both PC and Mac.
  • Experience with a help-desk based ticketing system or any other request tracking system a plus.
  • Tests facility audiovisual equipment to ensure proper operation and configures conferencing equipment and venues to accommodate special user need. 

 

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma and 2 to 4 years of experience (college degree a plus)
  • Experience working with automated and production-type AV systems, both setting up meetings and troubleshooting issues
  • Will consider more IT experience as supplement for dedicated AV experience
  • Any experience working on and helpdesk a plus
  • Proficient in the operation of Mac and Windows computers (Windows 7,10 - Mac OSX) in conjunction with A/V related tasks: loading presentations, connecting to room displays and/or projectors using VGA or HDMI connections, etc…
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Experience with event/conferencing technology
    • Mulit-layered Media Event Production
    • Crestron/BiAmp/Evertz/Ross
    • Digital PTT Microphone Systems
    • Audio mixing
    • Video matrix/switching
    • Podium/presenter technology
    • Power Point proficiency
    • Zoom
    • Teams
    • General Video Post-Production (Live and/or pre-recorded)
  • Experience with AV/VTC Network and components.
  • Calm, professional demeanor in the face of adversity is a must!
  • Be able to think quickly and be resolution focused is a big plus
  • Crestron DMC certifications and/or CTS is a major plus
  • Government experience is a big plus
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a Public Trust background security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information.

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