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Arabic Language Producer | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:03:11 +0000

Working into 3Line (UK producer) and alongside UAE based animation studio, the key responsibilities of the Arabic Producer will be:

1. Adapt the English script into Arabic – working closely with animation studio, the dubbing company, the script writers, the Broadcaster (if secured) and the educational advisor. They will need to be fluent in English and ‘White Arabic’ (both written and spoken). Their role will be to ensure that we have the correct ‘Arabic’ throughout the production and they have approval over the final adaptation.
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2. Work alongside the ‘children’s coordinator’ at animation studio to ensure that all procedures for working with children are adhered to, that all the relevant paperwork is completed and to assist in the implementation of booking the children from audition through to record. They will be required to attend all children’s sessions including auditions to ensure cultural mix and language is correct.
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3. They would be required to attend record sessions (both V/O and
greenscreen) to ensure that the quality of the Arabic delivery and any cultural/script issues are dealt with that may arise during the records.
They would also be required to attend the dubs to make sure that the final Arabic version is correct.
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4. Work alongside the animation studio Series Director and Producer to ensure that the production is running to schedule and budget and produce weekly production reports to 3line. Liaise with 3line and twofour54 for budget cashflow drawdown on a monthly basis and ensure that all legal and administrative paperwork in relation to production is completed.
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They will also require full approval authority from twofour54 to ensure that the schedule and budget are adhered to.

Skills
It’s essential that this person is able to work under pressure, be flexible, organised and have the ability to multi task across a busy schedule. Preferably they would be based in AD for the duration of the schedule.

Education
Media Studies

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Post Production Assistant | Gulf Allied Digital Media Dubai, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:08:29 +0000

The post production assistant wil be responsible for providing high quality editing services to ensure the OAP production and on-air requirements are met. The editing will include all media types (promos, interstitials, programmes, sales tapes..etc), and have to be able to finish and master picture/audio to the highest of broadcast standards. The position will also require supervision and motivation to the editing team.

Key responsibilities:
- Managing of the music library.
- Recording voice-overs as directed.
- Booking voice-over artists, performers as required.
- Making suggestions and selecting music and sound effects for bookings.
- Maintaining accurate music cue sheet and usage records.

Skills
- Must have previous experience in using audio software
- Passion for music, audio, video post production

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Broadcast Engineer | Gulf Allied Digital Media Dubai, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:06:35 +0000

Seeking a broadcast enginner to operate, maintain, update and repairs hardware and systems used across TV, radio, podcasts and other channels, ensuring that programmes are broadcast on time to the highest possible level of quality.
The candidate will work in a team with others including producers, studio managers and presenters as well as other technical staff.
As well as being spread across ever-expanding methods of distribution, the work of broadcast engineers takes place in a range of locations and work situations. In addition to studio work, there may be outside broadcasts, when sound and images are relayed live back to a studio or straight to the network.

Skills
- Self Motivated
- Logical approach to problem solving and trouble shooting
- Detail oriented
- Leadership skills
- Training and mentoring skills

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Promo Producer | Gulf Allied Digital Media Dubai, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 20:05:02 +0000

The professional will be providing high quality editing services to ensure the OAP production and on-air requirements are met. The editing will include all media types (promos, programmes, sales tapes…etc) and have to be able to finish and master picture/audio to the highest of broadcast standards. The position will aslo require supervision and motivation to the editing team.

Skills
- A minimum 2 years experience in a production role within a broadcast environment.
- Must have an extensive knowledge of production and post-production techniques, equipment and facilities.
- Proven track record of promo/programme/interstitial/commercial production
- A strong interest in the entertainment industries

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Audio Editor | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:14:56 +0000

• Responsible for operation of Audio Post Production suite
• Responsible for Post Producing audio media to the highest industry standards.
• Acting as a vital link in the post production team assisting and advising directors and producers (internal & external) and be to be involved in the post production process to ensure that projects run smoothly
• Working in close co-operation with the Post Production Supervisor – Audio, Engineering, Support and Maintenance teams to ensure that TWOFOUR54 clients experience the highest levels of satisfaction
• Responsible for feed-back of any quality issues that may arise due to work that has been commissioned in the Production department or any outside facility.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the management.

Skills
• Experience in professional, Broadcast or Post Production facility.
• In depth knowledge of Audio Post Production techniques and systems.
• Understanding of current Production techniques and video Post Production, their dependencies and effect on Audio Post Production.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to translate client’s requirements into practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliably as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, common sense and problem-solving skills as unexpected issues may arise regularly.

Professional Background Required:
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment preferred.
• Experience of working across a variety of genre including Drama, Documentary, News and Light Entertainment, sourced either as multiple camera, studio or single camera.

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Broadcast Supervisor | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:12:50 +0000

• Responsible for overseeing the playout center, day-to-day ingest to transmission according to our house standards and in-line with the approved workflows and procedures.
• Responsible for supervising TX Operators working to the highest industry standards.
• Acting as a vital link in the Playout Center (NOC/MCR) and be involved in all stages of the channels management and transmission process.
• Responsible for managing day-to-day staffing presence according with shifts rotation in-adherence with the approved weekly/monthly schedules.
• Prepare the operational and technical daily supervisory reports and avail them in the POC log book.
• Manage the daily As-Run logs management and make sure that they are registered in the proper POC managed ftp space within the framework of the approved procedures and house rules.
• Working in close co-operation with the Broadcast Operations Manager, Engineering Department, IT Support and Maintenance and Sales and Bookings teams to ensure that TWOFOUR54 clients experience the highest levels of satisfaction

Skills
• Long experience in professional, medium to large Broadcasting TV or Teleport & Playout Facility-House.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to translate client’s requirements into practical solutions
• Knowledge of the local and regional TV
• DVB standards and High Definition video
• At least 5 years in a TV broadcasting environment with at least 2 years in a Supervisory role.
• Audio basics
• Broadcast Automation & Video Servers
• IPTV and VOD Clusters servers
• Satellite down/uplink equipment
• VTR Operations
• Reliable and process oriented
• Able to understand the “big picture” related to twofour54 Intaj’s business, processes and client needs.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines
• Client facing attitude
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• A precise and problem-solving attitude
• Flexibility to work irregular hours (shift work)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliable as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure

Professional Background Required
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment.

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Graphics Supervisor | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:09:53 +0000

• Responsible for supervising the Graphics Post-production and On-Air Studio Graphics systems at twofour54 working to the highest industry standards.
• Working in close co-operation with the Post & Studio Production Managers,
Engineering and Bookings teams to ensure that twofour54 clients experience the highest levels of satisfaction.
• Responsible for training of the Graphics Post Production team and advising Management on new materials/ equipment and industry trends.
• Create and manage projects in Studio and Post Production with well thought solutions and meet production deadlines.
• Maintenance of the Graphics production systems and working with Engineering to achieve the highest Technical standards at all times.
• Responsible for ensuring that documented Operational procedures are kept up to date and revised as necessary and that these procedures are communicated to staff, both permanent and freelance and adhered to.
• Responsible for managing day-to day staffing levels comprising both permanent and freelance staff.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the management.

Skills
• In depth knowledge of medium to large Graphics Post and on-air Graphics Studio Operations in a HD environment.
• Good understanding of non-linear audio and video post production.
• Excellent eye for details and ability to translate visual ideas into program production.
• Understanding of Production Operations including studio operations, audio and video systems.
• Strong understanding of Graphics Post Production systems and their
application in a multi-client environment with particular relevance to Post Production.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Able to mentor Graphics Designer in visual compositing techniques.
• Good editorial/ technical judgment, making Graphics editing decisions and recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliable as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner.
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, common sense and problem- solving skills as unexpected issues may arise regularly.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily work.

Seniority Required:
At least 5 years in a High End Graphics Production environment with at least 2 years in a Supervisory role.

Professional Background Required
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment.
• Experience of supervising an operation of Graphics production in an HD environment to the highest levels of service and reliability.

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Lighting Operator | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:07:17 +0000

• Set up and operate lighting equipment under the supervision of the Lighting Supervisor.
• Liaising with the floor manager, producer and sound technician throughout a project .
• Visiting and assessing locations for technical purposes.
• Ensure that a consistent look of a specific program is being maintained.
• Rigging the lighting and ensuring all cables and wires are safely concealed.
• Coordinating the equipment and training other team members as required.
• Operating and maintaining equipment during studio production and outside shootings.
• Programming and operating lighting consoles.
• Ensuring all lighting equipment is in working order and organizing any necessary scaffolding and cranes.
• Working in close co-operation with your colleagues in Production Operations and Engineering to ensure that TWOFOUR54 clients experience the highest levels of satisfaction.
• Responsible for making all arrangements necessary when shoots taking place outside the studio.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the management.

Skills
• Strong understanding in the operation of modern lighting equipment and technology.
• Excellent eye for colors, lights and darks and depth of field.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and the ability to work as part of a team.
• High skill level with advanced lighting techniques.
• Strong problem solving ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliable as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner.
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, common sense and problem-solving skills as unexpected issues may arise regularly.
• A good level of physical fitness

Seniority Required:
At least 3 years of high-end production experience, in tv series, feature films or entertainment shows as a Lighting Technician / Operator.

Professional Background Required:
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment.
• Experience of the lighting of a production, preferable in an HD environment to the highest levels of service and reliability.

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Media Librarian | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:02:58 +0000

• A multi-skilled technical operator able to work competently in the following areas: Ingest, Archive and Media Management
• To ensure that media is reliably ingested from tape and recorded from studio and external sources in accordance with TWOFOUR54’s standards and practices.
• Ensuring that media is effectively catalogued and has the correct metadata attached.
• QC and review of content.
• Play-out of media from server to tape.
• Transcoding of media.
• Generation of proxy browse copies
• Management of media and metadata, in online, and if necessary tape-based, digital content environments
• Working in close co-operation with the Studio, – Post Production, – Engineering and Bookings teams to ensure that TWOFOUR54 clients experience the highest levels of satisfaction.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the management

Skills
• Experience in professional, medium to large studio and post production environment.
• Clear understanding of file based workflows
• Excellent knowledge of the standards for the cataloguing, archiving and storage of file based media.
• Basic knowledge of tape management applications and databases
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Understanding of file based storage media, servers and archives
• Understanding of current video formats, PAL, NTSC and High definition.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliable as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner
• Must be able to catalogue media, complete reports and add metadata with 100% reliability.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, common sense and problem-solving skills as unexpected issues may arise regularly.

Seniority Required:
3 years in a TV production or Post Production environment

Professional Background Required:
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment.
• Experience of handling file based media across SD and HD formats

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Set Assistant | twofour54 Abu Dhabi, UAE

Samer Marzouq — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:00:37 +0000

• Responsible for ensuring that sets and relevant props are in the right place at the right time, working under supervision of the Set Manager service the requirements of TWOFOUR54’s clients.
• Loading and unloading equipment and scenery.
• Helping Carpenters to construct, repair and erect scenery.
• Moving scenery, furniture and heavy equipment during performances as necessary
• Acting as a vital link, assisting TWOFOUR54’s clients and to be involved in relevant stages of the production process to ensure the Studio Set runs smoothly.
• Any other reasonable duties required by the management.

Skills
• Experience in professional, medium to large studio production or commercial theatre.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to translate client’s requirements into practical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and reliable as part of the team.
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a proactive manner
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, common sense and problem-solving skills as unexpected issues may arise regularly.

Seniority Required
At least 2 years in a TV/ Theatrical production environment as a Stagehand.

Professional Background Required
• Relevant vocational qualifications.
• Experience of working in a commercial multi-client environment is preferable.
• Experience of working in a studio/theatrical environment.
• Must be physically fit to carry scenery and props.
• Must be able to work at heights.

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