What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Coordinator, Metadata position at Paramount Pictures?
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The Senior Coordinator supports the accuracy and quality of metadata, scheduling, and imagery for Paramount Television Studio content across linear, streaming, OTT, VOD, and AVOD platforms. This role helps maintain electronic program guides and brand consistency across distribution channels.
They support content across Paramount , Showtime, MTV Entertainment, BET, Nickelodeon, and Comedy Central, and manage the creation and validation of industry-standard identifiers for distribution partners.
The role also provides editorial and operational support to the Copywriting Director and collaborates on cross-functional projects to meet business and quality standards.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator with an understanding of digital platforms, emerging technologies, and project management.
Responsibilities
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 70,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer:
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
The Senior Coordinator supports the accuracy and quality of metadata, scheduling, and imagery for Paramount Television Studio content across linear, streaming, OTT, VOD, and AVOD platforms. This role helps maintain electronic program guides and brand consistency across distribution channels.
They support content across Paramount , Showtime, MTV Entertainment, BET, Nickelodeon, and Comedy Central, and manage the creation and validation of industry-standard identifiers for distribution partners.
The role also provides editorial and operational support to the Copywriting Director and collaborates on cross-functional projects to meet business and quality standards.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator with an understanding of digital platforms, emerging technologies, and project management.
Responsibilities
- Escalation & Communication: Flag and escalate metadata, scheduling, and imagery issues to internal teams and partners to ensure timely resolution.
- Metadata Management: Maintain accurate cast, crew, and content metadata in internal systems (PHIL) for distribution to platforms and partners.
- Vendor Coordination: Work with third-party providers (e.g., Gracenote, TiVo) to validate and resolve metadata and imagery discrepancies.
- Schedule QA: Review and verify scheduling updates to ensure alignment across systems and program guides.
- Identifier Management: Create and manage unique content identifiers (e.g., EIDR, TMS) to support distribution and data consistency.
- Urgent Updates: Communicate time-sensitive metadata, scheduling, and imagery changes to partners.
- Strategic Support: Assist with metadata initiatives, documentation, and cross-functional projects.
- Copy & Workflow Support: Support copy operations, editorial calendars, and content delivery workflows.
- Global Metadata: Manage and audit international metadata in global systems (OCMS).
- Data Compilation: Aggregate, standardize, and prepare metadata for global distribution.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master of Library Science (MLS) in Information Science, Library Science preferred
- 2-4 years of experience within data management, metadata (DAM, MAM), or library sciences
- Understanding of media metadata, workflows, and distribution systems; familiarity with XML and metadata formatting required. Interest in AI-driven tools and automation is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with scheduling systems, DAM platforms, and workflow tools preferred.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Additional Information
Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 - 70,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer:
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
- Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000