Job Description
Be Part Of The IMAX Experience.
For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.
Our people make everything we do possible. We’re curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great work happens when people are trusted, heard, and supported. At IMAX, you’ll collaborate with purpose in an environment that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and learning at every stage.
We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.
With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world-class architecture, and cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.
Come explore IMAX and create what inspires.
Ignite your future with IMAX.
About The Role
About the Role
Deliver consistent high-quality on-screen results and concierge level service experiences, to directors and filmmakers on specified (primarily) film and (when required) digital projects for the Original Content group, including Filmed Hollywood Features, Documentaries and other special initiatives, to ensure meeting IMAX Quality standards.
What You'll Do
Projection Tech:
• Physically run IMAX film and digital projector screenings which may include building film platters, threading the projector and ingesting digital content.
• Assist with projection of 65mm Interpositive Protection elements.
• Maintain maintenance logs, as requested, and perform daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of IMAX projection, immersive audio, and show control systems. (this should be a service of Theater Services)
• Assist with troubleshooting theatre concerns with prints and/or sound during the run of the film, as requested.
Screenings Support
• Manage film or digital production screenings at offsite theatres, including building platters, ingesting DCP’s and running the screenings.
• As required, attend screenings of principal photography preceded by intense equipment and workflow testing.
• QC screen film release prints and, when required, digital DCP’s, noting any anomalies or inconsistencies. Compile detailed screening notes and distribute internally and to film lab.
• Assist with screening IMAX VFX film shots and multiple Answer Prints in house or off site.
• Attend and assist in the set up and oversight of internal and external special screenings to ensure highest quality presentations, as required. These may include filmmaker, production, Influencer and VIP screenings. Screenings may be in the evening or weekend hours.
Film Dept Support
• Support communication with film production teams and outside vendors such as VFX providers, the laboratory, Kodak and various media suppliers to achieve the highest quality on-screen presentations.
• Assist with the QC of film scans and delivery to outside facilities (DI lab, VFX houses, etc).
• Maintain project specific documentation of each film’s footage, screenings, and progress through production milestones
• Review production/post workflows, evaluate and validate screening facilities such as IMAX projection rooms and theatres associated with client’s process to ensure the highest IMAX Quality standards are met.
• Support production requirements, scheduling timelines, documentation, presentations, reports, testing, and film, media and content reviews.
• Maintain procedures and best practices for concierge level services, modifying for the unique features of each project and as technologies and industry standards evolve.
• Support, strongly encourage and adhere to content security best practices with clients, vendors, and other IMAX staff.
Cqo
• Advise on CQO consumer IMAX theatre Quality concerns and inquiries initiated with CQO email and other sources, collaborating with the Sheridan Park Technical Services team on identification and resolution of issues and trend analysis.
Position Status
New Role
This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.
Hiring Range
$75,599.00 - $108,000.00 (per year) Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and the geographic location of the role. Additional non-discretionary compensation may apply where eligible.
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).
As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.
For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.
Our people make everything we do possible. We’re curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great work happens when people are trusted, heard, and supported. At IMAX, you’ll collaborate with purpose in an environment that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and learning at every stage.
We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.
With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world-class architecture, and cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.
Come explore IMAX and create what inspires.
Ignite your future with IMAX.
About The Role
About the Role
Deliver consistent high-quality on-screen results and concierge level service experiences, to directors and filmmakers on specified (primarily) film and (when required) digital projects for the Original Content group, including Filmed Hollywood Features, Documentaries and other special initiatives, to ensure meeting IMAX Quality standards.
What You'll Do
Projection Tech:
• Physically run IMAX film and digital projector screenings which may include building film platters, threading the projector and ingesting digital content.
• Assist with projection of 65mm Interpositive Protection elements.
• Maintain maintenance logs, as requested, and perform daily operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of IMAX projection, immersive audio, and show control systems. (this should be a service of Theater Services)
• Assist with troubleshooting theatre concerns with prints and/or sound during the run of the film, as requested.
Screenings Support
• Manage film or digital production screenings at offsite theatres, including building platters, ingesting DCP’s and running the screenings.
• As required, attend screenings of principal photography preceded by intense equipment and workflow testing.
• QC screen film release prints and, when required, digital DCP’s, noting any anomalies or inconsistencies. Compile detailed screening notes and distribute internally and to film lab.
• Assist with screening IMAX VFX film shots and multiple Answer Prints in house or off site.
• Attend and assist in the set up and oversight of internal and external special screenings to ensure highest quality presentations, as required. These may include filmmaker, production, Influencer and VIP screenings. Screenings may be in the evening or weekend hours.
Film Dept Support
• Support communication with film production teams and outside vendors such as VFX providers, the laboratory, Kodak and various media suppliers to achieve the highest quality on-screen presentations.
• Assist with the QC of film scans and delivery to outside facilities (DI lab, VFX houses, etc).
• Maintain project specific documentation of each film’s footage, screenings, and progress through production milestones
• Review production/post workflows, evaluate and validate screening facilities such as IMAX projection rooms and theatres associated with client’s process to ensure the highest IMAX Quality standards are met.
• Support production requirements, scheduling timelines, documentation, presentations, reports, testing, and film, media and content reviews.
• Maintain procedures and best practices for concierge level services, modifying for the unique features of each project and as technologies and industry standards evolve.
• Support, strongly encourage and adhere to content security best practices with clients, vendors, and other IMAX staff.
Cqo
• Advise on CQO consumer IMAX theatre Quality concerns and inquiries initiated with CQO email and other sources, collaborating with the Sheridan Park Technical Services team on identification and resolution of issues and trend analysis.
Position Status
New Role
This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.
Hiring Range
$75,599.00 - $108,000.00 (per year) Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and the geographic location of the role. Additional non-discretionary compensation may apply where eligible.
At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).
As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Specialist, Film & Digital Projection position is now open for candidates interested in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector. This role in Los Angeles offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation is a plus.