Video Quality Control, Done Properly
The structured check of a finished video before delivery, covering picture, audio, captions and specifications.
Tomas Lindqvist
Why does it matter?
Platforms and broadcasters reject files that miss specifications, and errors found after publication are embarrassing.
What are the numbers?
- Specifications each destination defines codecs, resolution and loudness
- Playback check the whole file should be watched, not sampled
- Captions must be checked for timing and accuracy
- Metadata titles and descriptions travel with deliverables
What should I do?
- Use a written checklist per destination
- Watch the full file before delivery
- Verify loudness and peaks
- Check captions against the picture
- Record QC results with the delivery
What should I avoid?
Avoid:
- Spot-checking only the start
- Delivering without specification checks
- Unchecked automatic captions
- Missing or wrong metadata
When should I get help?
Short answer Bring in help when delivering to broadcasters or platforms.
Where this comes from
- Netflix Partner Help Center — Netflix Full Technical Specifications
- European Broadcasting Union — Delivery and quality control
The figures and practices above come from the sources listed.
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