Technical Evaluator (National Geographic)

National Geographic, a prestigious joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is seeking a Technical Evaluator to join their technical operations team in Washington, D.C. This role is crucial for those looking to advance their career in network broadcast and streaming operations, with a focus on quality control and post-production.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $58,700 to $78,600 per year and comes with comprehensive medical and financial benefits. As a Technical Evaluator, you'll be responsible for performing quality control on broadcast and streaming assets, working with both SDR and HDR content. The role requires technical expertise with various software solutions and strong collaboration skills.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 2 years of experience in post-production or broadcast operations, along with proficiency in industry-standard tools like Adobe Premiere CC, After Effects, and UHD-HDR workflows. Knowledge of file formats, codecs, and quality control processes is essential. A bachelor's degree in Video/Film Production or related field is preferred but equivalent experience is considered.

Working at National Geographic means being part of a legacy organization that has been furthering knowledge and understanding of our world for over 131 years. The company reaches millions of people across 172 countries and contributes 27% of proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society for scientific exploration, conservation, and education initiatives.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with premium content while developing technical skills in a dynamic broadcast environment. You'll be part of a team that maintains the high standards National Geographic is known for, ensuring content meets technical specifications across multiple platforms and formats.