Global VP, Theatrical Subtitling & Localization

Deluxe; Broxbourne; On-site; GBP 135,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Vacation & sick leave

401(k)

Job summary

Deluxe seeks a VP, Theatrical Subtitling to lead global translation, subtitle creation and QC for cinema releases. This executive role oversees budgets, DCP workflows, and cross‑border teams to ensure accurate, culturally nuanced localization.

You will partner with directors and distributors to protect creative intent while driving scalable processes and cost efficiency. Based in London or LA, the role emphasizes strategic roadmaps, AI exploration, and collaboration with regional heads to

Qualifications

• 5+ years senior leadership in Subtitling or Media Localization.
• Ability to supervise large global projects with remote teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience guiding teams through organizational shifts.
• Track record of identifying bottlenecks and opportunities in complex data.
• Curiosity about new tech and ability to assess value.

Responsibilities

• Set the global operations strategy, manage localization budgets and oversee P&L for the department.
• Oversee secure DCP creation with timed text files (SMPTE/InterOP) for cinema releases worldwide.
• Partner with directors, creative heads, and distribution executives to preserve intent during localization.
• Lead global teams in London, LA, Seoul and Tokyo.
• Research AI technologies for subtitling, accessibility, scripting and compliance.
• Champion next generation tools and workflows to improve quality and speed.
• Develop and implement best practices to monitor quality and align with client expectations.
• Collaborate with executives on strategies and process improvements to maximize output and reduce costs.
• Promote best practices for project management to support quality and scalability.
• Represent Deluxe in industry groups and events.

Skills

Subtitling leadership

Global operations

Budget management

Stakeholder leadership

Cross-functional management

AI in subtitling

Job description

Deluxe seeks a VP, Theatrical Subtitling to lead global translation, subtitle creation and QC for cinema releases. This executive role oversees budgets, DCP workflows, and cross‑border teams to ensure accurate, culturally nuanced localization.

You will partner with directors and distributors to protect creative intent while driving scalable processes and cost efficiency. Based in London or LA, the role emphasizes strategic roadmaps, AI exploration, and collaboration with regional heads to