Engineer (Y-4)

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Job Posting Title: Engineer (Y-4) Req ID: 10150389 Job Description: The Sound Engineering team is part of Studio Technology that supports The Walt Disney Studios. The position will support all post-production activities supported by the Sound Department. This includes Audio Mixing Stages (5.1, 7.1, IMAX, and Dolby Atmos), ADR/Remote collaboration, Audio QC, Mastering Suites and Review Rooms. RESPONSIBILITIES: High-level front-line technical support for all post-production Sound facilities. Work in close collaboration with other members of the Sound Engineering team to design, implement, and maintain feature film Audio Mixing Stages, Mastering, and QC environments. Support workflow process and procedures for the Sound Department. Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Avid Pro Tools systems and Avid consoles/control surfaces. Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IP Networks and SAN/NAS storage systems. Collaborate with Studio Technology teams to ensure all Sound Department activities are handled. Ensure that content security protocols are followed at all times. Participate in Jira services and project management workflows. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced in all post-production workflows: Traditional console mixing; large format consoles and control surfaces In-the-box mixing Immersive mixing formats, including Dolby Atmos and IMAX ADR workflows; dialog replacement, group, and animation production. Excellent client-service orientation and understanding of the nuances of post-production support. Strong analytical problem-solving skills. Ability to quickly troubleshoot complex Audio/Video systems and innovate workarounds as required. Skilled in macOS, Windows, and Linux operating system. Ability to design, configure, and maintain TCP/IP-based network infrastructure, including IP addressing schemes, routing, and network services. Knowledgeable in centralized storage systems, including Avid Nexis. Experience working in a high-security environment, focusing on content protection. Able to install and support Avid Pro Tools software, hardware, and plug-ins. Understand and support remote collaboration software; Source Connect, TVIPS, Evercast, Sohonet - Clearview Flex and Pivot, Microsoft Teams. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Proficient at multitasking in a highly complex and diverse production environment. Can quickly prioritize decisions when given incomplete or conflicting information. Highly self-directed; able to manage and (re)prioritize multiple concurrent and competing challenges and issues. Fundamental understanding of component-level electronics and circuit design; familiarity of microcontrollers encouraged! Proficient in software development, with experience designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications. Software development experience; GUI, command line, and embedded platforms. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors and partners. Expertise in StorNext, Avid S6, Nexis, System 5, and Icon. Knowledge of speaker calibration and room tuning. Comfortable identifying and developing solutions that improve the filmmaker client experience. Additional Information: This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement- IATSE Local 700 This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement- IATSE Local 700. The rate for this daily union position in Burbank, CA is $70.62 per hour. Job Posting Segment: TWDSTECH Job Posting Primary Business: Post Production Engineering Primary Job Posting Category: Sound Engineering Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-09-21