sales assistant

account executive

sales

media planner

finance manager

AMC Networks

A typical day at work involves digital file creation, metadata and closed caption creation often for for delivery to internet television programming providers. I am also responsible for the successful completion of tape, DVD and Blu-ray authoring jobs.

While working here I have sharpened my FCP and Avid skills through daily hands-on work. I have learned how to perform frame rate and scan type conversions using Alchemist and Teranex converters in addition to software programs such as Compressor. I have established a solid foundation for metadata creation and I have become skilled with software and hardware that was previously unknown to me (Mac Caption, Sorenson Squeeze, Rhozet, Aspera, etc).

The people here recognize and reward hard work. My current and former bosses at the company encourage learning and my co workers are very patient. Everyone is 100% willing to share their knowledge. Great group of individuals.

The hardest part of the job would be educating clients who may not grasp certain concepts because they do not encounter them every day. The subject matter can be confusing to those who are not immersed in it. At the same time, educating our clients gives us an opportunity to obtain a more masterful grasp on the material and how to teach it.

The part of the job I enjoy the most is stepping out of my comfort zone to take on a job that may be foreign to me and complete it successfully.

I spent 9 years at AMC Networks. I loved it until I got laid off of course. My job however became "Discontinued."
    I was able to work at my own pace, Lot's of contact with clients. Providing them with the materials they needed. Everybody was friendly, never any drama.
     There were times where I needed to get materials quick, fast and in a hurry and I was always able to come through in a timely manner for them. 
      Management, however, I feel jumped the gun on the termination of my position. I was the tape librarian and sooner or later most video footage will be in digital file format but they're a ways off. Their decision to discontinue my position, however is their prerogative and I hold no malice. They were always great to work for.

AMC Networks, on hiring, tells you that they are a family. And that is not corporate hocus pocus. During my training every single person I came into contact with was concerned with how my training was going, asked me if I had any questions or concerns. After learning my job I was asked if I also wanted to participate in their library reorganization, on accepting they paid for my train ride to the 34th st Production and Post facility to meet my manager (same day) he was a wonderful gentlemen whom was very flexible with my hours (at that point I was employed in the technical center and in the library)

•	Configured and troubleshot desktop, laptops, servers, hardware and software problems.
•	Configured and maintained network equipment (Cisco, dell switches and Palo Alto firewall).
•	Operated and maintained based telephone system (3com).
•	Configured new desktop\laptops using ghost imaging software.
•	Upgraded our vCenter Server environment.
•	Installed and configured new Dell PowerEdge server for vSphere 5.5 and two Dell datacenter storage, (MD3200), replacing our ESXI 4.0 and migrating existing host. 
•	Configured and maintained remote solution such as: TS Remote App and VPN.
•	Experience troubleshooting VMware virtual machines.
•	Implemented Spiceworks helpdesk ticket system.

Working at AMCN feels different from some other media companies in the industry. It's more boutique in size and scale, so I found you have more of a voice. My coworkers were immediately welcoming and friendly, I got to learn about so many different kinds of roles, and felt like I was a part of an important group doing important work.

My only qualm is some of the limitations Temp employees have when hired. All company holidays and early dismissals do not go toward temp paychecks, and Temps are not invited to certain training events or many big company events (e.g. holiday parties, annual meetings).

A typical day for a professional Executive Assistant must be geared around the priorities specified by the Manager/Supervisor.  Emails are to be answered promptly.  Travel arrangements, Reservations, Car Service and Expense Reports must be treated in a time sensitive manner.

Both previous roles as Executive Assistant were high profile and acted as the "Gatekeeper" to both Managing Directors. 

I enjoy what I do for a living and look forward to a new day at the office! 

Best, 

Shellee Nelso

This was my first time ever interning for a large company, and it was not disappointing. The work area is very clean and professional. The rooms are covered with windows, allowing for easier access to others and an open vibe. The days weren't the most action packed, but I was kept busy writing coverages and watching films. The managers are very friendly, and want their interns to actually learn something during their time there.

AMC it's a recognizable brand, but lacks professionalism from the highest level management, to HR. The management was not much of a guidance, and I found a lot of resistance while trying to implement workflow and a better internal communication. I was cut off for trying to secure high quality, on the product to be delivered to the viewers.

Some colleagues were professional and trustworthy. But there's only a few of them.

If you remember the game MOUSETRAP, you pretty much know what the job is like.  Multiple stations for operators to work at, but not all of the equipment works equally well at each station.  No assigned tasks, feed check-ins are phoned in, so the person who answers the phone does the job; this results in the most pro-active workers doing all of the work. No real job training provided, you learn by trial and error. I feel sorry for the clients. I did learn about satellite signals, and tuning satellite dishes.

- Continuity game check ins

- affiliate troubleshooting

- Service replacements to unauthorized affiliates

- Management is informative and tries to keep us up to date to current events in the industry

- Hardest part of the job is troubleshooting some affiliate questions, especially when they aren't at the same location as their head-end.

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