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What is PixelPantry?

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This template pack is designed for:

  • Freelance editors finishing content for TV

  • Post-production coordinators managing multi-platform delivery

  • Producers responsible for submitting final files

  • Ad agencies and media teams submitting TVCs and branded content

  • Technical staff prepping AS11 masters or checking compliance

If you’ve ever been told “you’re missing a slate detail” or “this isn’t AS11 compliant,” — this is for you.

What’s Inside the Template Pack?

This downloadable pack includes 2 practical templates that can be used standalone or integrated into your production workflow.

1)

  • DescriptiThe Excel sheet details all the standard fields required by UK broadcasters under the AS11 UK DPP specification, all in the one place so you can get it right before rendering your file. 

    It is split into 3 sections:

    • Mandatory Metadata

      • Send this to the client so they can fill in the metadata they have already 

    • Optional / Conditional Client Metadata

      • Send this to the client so they can fill in the sections they need

    • Technical Metadata

      • Use this section to help you fill in the metadata when you create your AS11

    Includes fields for:

    • Series Title

    • Programme Title

    • Episode Name and Number

    • Synopsis / Programme Description

    • Production Company

    • Clock Number

    • Creation Date

    • Segment and Total Duration (HH:MM:SS:FF)

    • Primary Audio Language

    • Accessibility flags (Subtitles, Signing, Audio Description)

    • Contact Info (Name, Email, Phone)

    • Originator / Production Company

    • Plus much more

Format: Editable Microsoft Excel sheet

Use case: Share with production creatives, post houses, producers, editors, or production teams to ensure consistent metadata entry and avoid errors when you render

2)

  • A step-by-step checklist designed to walk you through everything that needs to happen before delivery. No more guessing what you’ve forgotten.

    Covers:

    • File naming and folder structure

    • Slate and clock inclusion

    • PSE / Harding Test pass confirmed

    • AS11 compliance (MXF file format, timecode start, black padding, etc.)

    • EBU R128 audio loudness value and verified

    • Blanking / Title Safe Areas checked

    • Audio track layout correct (e.g. EBU R123_4b or 16c for example)

    • Matching programme length and metadata

    • Eyeball Report Creation

    • Final sign-off and contact handover

Format: Fillable PDF

Use case: Use in production wrap-up, sign-off, or QC review sessions.

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Bonus Tip: Automate QC with QC Kitchen

Once you’ve filled in the forms, run your file through QC Kitchen to check:

  • AS11 compliance

  • PSE flashing pass

  • Audio loudness and peak levels

  • Audio channel layout

  • Metadata validation

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Pack includes:

  • AS-11 Metadata Entry Sheet (Excel)

  • Broadcast Delivery Checklist (Printable PDF)

  • Example AS11 Delivery Package (Including an _EYE.PDF report)

Download the Free Pack Now!

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Built with input from post supervisors, delivery coordinators, and editors across the UK broadcast industry.

Final Word:

Take the Guesswork Out of Delivery

Metadata and delivery specs aren’t glamorous… but getting them wrong costs time, budget and reputation.

With this pack, you’ll hit spec every time and stay in control of your deliveries.

Pair it with QC Kitchen, and your content will be flawless and fast every time.

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