Freelance German SDH / CC Transcriber (Fluent with Austrian Accent)

Iyuno; Dortmund; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading transcription services company is seeking a Freelance German SDH / CC Transcriber specializing in the Austrian accent. The ideal candidate will accurately transcribe German videos into SDH subtitles while adhering to strict guidelines and meeting deadlines. A strong command of written German, excellent listening skills, and experience in subtitling are essential. This is a remote freelance position offering flexible work opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• 1+ years of experience in subtitling required.
• 1+ years of experience in timecoding preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in transcribing preferred.

Aufgaben

• Transcribe German videos into SDH subtitles accurately.
• Ensure timecodes align with the script and lip movements.
• Add sound descriptions and speaker identifiers.

Kenntnisse

Native or near-native fluency in German

Strong familiarity with the Austrian accent

Excellent command of written German

Excellent listening skills for Austrian dialects

Attention to detail

Ability to work under time pressure

Jobbeschreibung

Freelance German SDH / CC Transcriber (Fluent with Austrian Accent)

Job Description :

SDH : subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing

As a German SDH / CC Transcriber (Austrian Accent Specialization), you’ll be responsible for :

Responsibilities

• SDH / CC Creation : Transcribe German videos (Series, Movies, Talk Shows, etc.) into SDH subtitles, ensuring accurate reflection of the Austrian accent and nuances .
• Accuracy : Ensure timecodes align precisely with the script and lip movements in every scene, not too fast, not too delayed.
• Sound Descriptions : Add sound effects and speaker identifiers to ensure accessibility for the deaf and hard of hearing.
• Adaptability : Embrace new challenges and quickly adapt to evolving requirements.
• Deadline Management : Thrive in a fast-paced environment while consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Task Summary

Create SDH transcription directly from media files (no supporting templates provided). Applicants must be able to generate full timecoding and SDH subtitles from scratch.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in German with strong familiarity in the Austrian accent.
• Excellent command of written German (grammar, punctuation, word choice, and continuity).
• Excellent listening skills to decipher spoken German across Austrian dialects and accents.
• Familiarity with Austrian TV series, movies, and culture is highly advantageous.
• High responsibility and punctuality.
• Ability to work under time pressure while ensuring quality.
• Attentive to detail and able to strictly follow guidelines.
• Stable internet connection (required to work in our cloud-based environment).
• Prior SDH subtitling or transcription experience is a plus.

Conditions

• This is a remote freelance position.
• Our term of payment is 30 days, and method is through wire transfer.
• All applicants are required to participate in unpaid technical assessments to qualify.
• Selected candidates will be trained in using GTS Pro (our in-house subtitling tool) for SDH creation and timecoding.

If you have any questions or for your applications, please contact our Resource Coordinator at [e-mail].

Please use this Subject upon emailing - Subject : [Applicant] German SDH / CC Transcriber

Thank you in advance for your consideration!

Experience

• Transcribing : 1 year (Preferred)
• Timecoding : 1 year (Preferred)
• Subtitling : 1 year (Required)