Merlin Editor
Mexico City, Mexico
Content & Editorial – Content & Editorial /
Full Time /
Remote
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Job Description
Gracenote is an entertainment data and technology provider powering the world’s top music services, automakers, cable and satellite operators, and consumer electronics companies. At its core, Gracenote helps people find, discover and connect with the entertainment they love. Daily, Gracenote processes 35 billion rows of data and is quickly becoming a world-leader in return path “big data.” Over the past 3 years, the company has grown to more than 2000 employees in 17 countries, including over 600 of the world’s top engineers with a passion for music, video, sports, and entertainment technology. Founded in 1998, Gracenote is one of America’s most iconic and respected media companies.
We are currently looking for an Editor (Studio System)
ROLE: Our TV and Film Editors perform editorial functions related to the ongoing development and creation of media databases and content, specifically in the audiovisual sphere. The ideal candidate loves entertainment data, is familiar and up to date with TV/Film programming and the media sector in general. This person will be responsible for performing high-volume, complex manipulations on the entertainment information that forms the core of Gracenote’s media database, with special focus on creating and enhancing Top Content (Top Series, Top Movies, Keywords etc.).
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Acquire and record correct information regarding US TV/Film programs from a variety of sources including but not limited to studios, distributors and press releases.
• Edit and maintain program information, create and curate information on movies and shows.
• Investigate, confirm and document questionable program content by consulting program information providers and internal teams.
• Consolidate data content and new program information in databases.
• Maintain accurate database information and provide timely updating of programming information.
• Analyze, develop and recommend solutions to editorial, communication and technical procedural and operational needs.
• Act as a customer service representative concerning product content and editorial policies.
• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have IMPECCABLE English writing and verbal skills.
• Effective writing, grammatical, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Preferably with a background in journalism, copywriting, or translation.
• Extensive knowledge of television, film and streaming programming is required.
• We are looking for a quality-focused individual with a high level of attention to detail.
• Must be able to work accurately under deadlines and willing to work outside regular business hours.
• Windows proficiency and/or experience using other computer software and databases with excellent keyboarding skills.
• Excellent Keyboarding skills expected.
• Must live in the Mexico City surrounding area with the ability to commute to the office for orientation & onboarding.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Must be able to sit/stand at a desk for long periods of time - 6-8 hours per day
• Must be able to type on a keyboard and use a mouse for long periods of time - 6-8 hours per day
• Must be able to visually absorb data via a computer monitor for up to 6-8 hours per day
• Must be an active participant in team meetings so as to provide feedback
• Must be able to collaborate with remote peers daily
• If working remotely, the candidate must be able to lift up to 25 lbs in order to install computer equipment
• Must be able to respond in a timely manner to internal/external communications
• Must be able to work independently with excellent communication and time management skills
ABOUT THE TEAM
Gracenote, a Nielsen company, provides music, video, and sports content along with technologies to the world's hottest entertainment products and brands, which is also a global standard for music and video recognition which is supported by the largest source of entertainment data. Gracenote features descriptions of more than 200 million tracks, TV listings for 85+ countries, and statistics from 4,500 sports leagues and competitions.
ABOUT NIELSEN
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