Audiovisual Translation Specialist

Deluxe; Madrid; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Deluxe is seeking an Audiovisual Translation Specialist in Spain to support subtitle creation, adaptation, and quality assurance for a variety of clients. You will work with internal teams to ensure delivery of high-quality localized content, adhering to client specs, linguistic standards, and timelines.

Ideal candidates have native Castilian Spanish, fluent English, and a BA in Translation or related field.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and native-level Castilian Spanish.
• BA in Translation, Linguistics or Audiovisual Translation (or equivalent). Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in subtitling, AV translation, localization, QA; experience with subtitling software.

Responsibilities

• Create subtitle files from scripts, dialogue lists, and source materials.
• Adapt subtitles per client guidelines and style requirements.
• Perform subtitle conforming, retiming, and synchronization.
• Conduct linguistic and technical QA on subtitle files to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, formatting, and delivery deadlines.
• Maintain project documentation and track progress.

Skills

Fluent English

Castilian Spanish

Attention to detail

Education

BA in Translation

Master’s in Translation

Tools

Subtitle software

Job description

Job

Audiovisual Translation Specialist

Description

About Company

As the world’s leading multidisciplinary service provider, Deluxe underpins the media and entertainment industry, servicing content creators and distributors including Netflix, WarnerMedia, The Walt Disney Company, Amazon, Apple, Viacom, NBCU, Google, AT&T and many others, by providing Global Content Distribution, Localization, Accessibility and Mastering while leading end-to-end innovation with unparalleled scale and agility across the Streaming, Theatrical, Broadcast and Mobile landscapes. With headquarters in Los Angeles and offices around the globe, the company employs over 3,500 of the most talented and experienced industry individuals worldwide. For more information, please visit www.bydeluxe.com

Full-Time, Permanent Position

Location: Barcelona or Madrid

Hours/Shifts: 40 hours

Reports to: Team Lead, Subtitling

Position Overview

The Audiovisual Translation Specialist supports the creation, preparation, adaptation, and quality control of subtitle and accessibility materials for a variety of clients and platforms. Working closely with internal teams, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality localized content while ensuring compliance with client specifications, linguistic standards, and delivery deadlines.This role requires strong linguistic skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven production environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Create subtitle files from dubbing scripts, dialogue lists, templates, and source materials.
• Adapt subtitles in accordance with client-specific guidelines and style requirements.
• Perform subtitle conforming, retiming, and synchronization.
• Perform linguistic and technical quality assurance checks on subtitle files to ensure accuracy and readability. Conduct quality control reviews of subtitles and accessibility materials.
• Create and prepare SDH and accessibility-related subtitle materials as required.
• Verify compliance with client specifications, formatting requirements, and style guides.
• Identify and report quality issues, inconsistencies, or delivery risks.
• Escalate linguistic, technical, or production issues to management when appropriate.
• Collect, organize, and maintain materials required for production, including videos, scripts, reference documents, and style guides.
• Track and manage assigned work to ensure timely completion.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support project delivery and production requirements.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of client-specific guidelines and requirements. Maintain accurate project documentation and records. Update workflow documentation and internal resources as required.
• Support technical troubleshooting related to subtitle preparation and delivery.
• Ensure all assigned work complies with established workflows, quality standards, and delivery requirements. Ensure all deliverables are completed within agreed timelines and quality expectations.
• Participate in training initiatives and continuous learning opportunities.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in cinema/film, as well as:

• Spanish work authorization is required.
• Native-level proficiency in Castilian Spanish. Fluent in English.
• BA in Translation, Linguistics, Audiovisual Translation, or a related field (or equivalent experience). (Preferred Master’s degree in Translation or a related discipline.)
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in subtitling, audiovisual translation, localization, quality assurance, or a related field preferred. Experience with subtitling software.
• Strong understanding of subtitling and localization workflows.
• Knowledge of subtitle accessibility standards, including SDH.
• Proficiency in additional languages is considered an asset.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace.

Diversity Statement

Deluxe is committed to inclusivity, fostering an environment where every employee feels comfortable bringing their full selves to work. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against, based on race, colour, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.