Expert SDH Author: English to French & French to French

Keyword Studios; Montreal; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the entertainment industry is seeking expert freelance subtitling translators to provide high-quality translations from English to French and vice versa. Candidates must have proven experience in subtitling, a strong understanding of the nuances involved, and be proficient with subtitle editing software. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing workflows, making it ideal for skilled translators looking to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Native fluency in French and extensive knowledge of English.
• Experience in localization QC, audiovisual translation, and subtitling.
• Understanding of closed captioning and subtitling challenges.

Responsibilities

• Translate subtitles for TV and movies from English to French and vice versa.
• Adapt to workflow/process changes and updates as required.
• Ensure high-quality subtitling that meets industry standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

University degree in translation or equivalent experience

Tools

Subtitle editing software

Web/cloud technology

Job description

We are currently looking for expert subtitling freelance translators with proven and solid experience in subtitling for the TV and Movie industry from English into French and also French to French for SDH.

Requirements

If you would like to pursue freelance translation opportunities with us, please send us your CV in English, providing detailed information regarding your subtitling experience.

Please make sure your CV shows us that you meet the following basic requirements:

• Ability to quickly adapt to workflow/process changes and updates.
• Great attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, analytical and multitasking skills.
• Native language fluency of target language.
• Extensive knowledge of source language.
• University degree or equivalent professional experience in the translation field.
• Experience in at least one of the following areas of the entertainment industry: localization QC, audiovisual translation and subtitling.
• Deep understanding of nuances of subtitle and dub translations.
• Working knowledge of Countries differences and best practices for subtitles and dub audio creation.
• Understanding of closed captioning and subtitling, and their common failures and technical challenges.
• Confidence and experience with subtitle editing software and web/cloud technology.

Please understand that the signature of our No Disclosure Agreement is mandatory in order to start the entry process. We apologies in advance for not being able to reply to the candidates who do not meet the listed requirements.