Capture Technician (Contract: On-Site San Diego)
Job Description
Company: Sony Interactive Entertainment
about the job
why playstation?. . playstation isn’t just the best place to play — it’s also the best place to work. today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing the playstation family of products and services including playstation®5, playstation®4, playstation®vr, playstation®plus, acclaimed playstation software titles from playstation studios, and more.. . playstation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. we welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.. . the playstation brand falls under sony interactive entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of sony group corporation.. . capture technician (contract: on-site san diego). . location: san diego, ca. . department: playstation studios creative. . position summary. . sony interactive entertainment is seeking a capture technician/capture artist to. . support our playstation studios creative team in the production of high-quality marketing. . and in-game assets. the successful candidate will be an experienced gamer, responsible. . for setting up and troubleshooting game builds across multiple platforms, capturing. . cinematic gameplay, and supporting video production workflows. this role requires strong. . technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively both. . independently and in a team environment.. . key responsibilities. .
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot game builds across PlayStation, Xbox,
Nintendo, and PC platforms
Support server-based build installations and troubleshoot across all platforms- Capture gameplay footage utilizing in-game camera tools and debug features,
ensuring cinematic quality and accuracy
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver gameplay capture that meets
creative and technical requirements
Manage media assets across server and cloud-based storage systems for video
production
Utilize Adobe Premiere Pro and other Adobe Creative Suite applications for media
preparation and light editing (Mac)
Assist in creating proxies, dailies, and localization toolkits- Troubleshoot technical and workflow issues to ensure timely project delivery
- Maintain high levels of accuracy and quality while working under tight deadlines
Qualifications
Experienced gamer across multiple genres, with strong familiarity in gameplay
mechanics
Strong knowledge of PlayStation consoles- Familiarity with Xbox, Nintendo, and PC gaming platforms
- Proficient with debug tools and in-game camera systems; Unreal Engine experience
a plus but not required
Comfortable with Adobe Premiere Pro and other Adobe Creative Suite applications- Basic video editing capabilities, including preparation of proxies and dailies
- Strong understanding of media management workflows in server and cloud-based
environments
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work efficiently under deadlines- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a professional
environment
Must possess a positive attitude, and be flexible and adaptable
Why Join Us
At Sony Interactive Entertainment, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of play
Joining our team means contributing to the creation of world-class content that engages
players globally- This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects while
collaborating with some of the most talented professionals in the gaming industry
Please refer to our for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights
At SIE, working with our partners, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location
Please note that the individual base pay range vary based on job-related factors which include knowledge, skills, experience, and location
In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision- Click to learn more
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate
$40—$45 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer- All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity- We encourage everyone to respond
-
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment - ~
