Media Subtitle Translator (English to Spanish)

Cognizant; Gdańsk; Remote; PLN 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multisport Card

Private medical healthcare

Life insurance

Cafeteria benefits

Multinational environment

Professional development

Language courses

Job summary

Cognizant Poland is seeking a subtitle translator to localize English content into Spanish for TV shows and films, ensuring accuracy and timing. You will edit, proofread, and align subtitles with audio-visual cues while meeting platform guidelines.

Requires native or near-native Spanish (C1/C2), strong English (C1), and 1–2 years of experience. This fully remote role in Poland includes extensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native Spanish (C1/C2) with cultural awareness.
• Strong command of English (C1) and media literacy.
• 1–2 years of general corporate experience in localization.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Translate spoken English dialogue into Spanish while preserving tone and context.
• Edit subtitles and align with audio cues and visual pacing for readability.
• Proofread and review subtitles for grammar, spelling, consistency.
• Collaborate with QA to implement feedback and meet guidelines.
• Ensure deliverables meet platform-specific technical and linguistic standards.

Skills

Spanish Proficiency

English Proficiency

Experience: 1–2 years

Education

Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Film Studies or related field

Tools

Subtitle Edit

Phrase AI

EZTitles

Job description

Work model: fully remote in Poland

Contract: Standard Contract of Employment for 6 months

What we do

At Cognizant, we partner with the world's leading companies to shape their digital future — not just adopting technology, but truly becoming digital at their core.

In Poland, we're present in Kraków, Gdańsk, and Wrocław, offering exciting opportunities for both experienced professionals and fresh graduates. Expect world-class training, a clear path to grow your career, and benefits that make a real difference.

Ready to make an impact? Be Cognizant.

About the role:

Responsible for translating and localizing subtitles for television shows, films, documentaries, and other media content from English to Spanish. Ensures linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and technical compliance with subtitle standards.

Your responsibilities:

• Translating spoken English dialogue into Spanish while preserving tone, context, and cultural nuances.
• Editing subtitles and aligning them with audio cues and visual pacing, ensuring readability and timing accuracy.
• Proofreading and reviewing subtitles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
• Collaborating with quality assurance teams to implement feedback.
• Ensuring all deliverables meet platform-specific technical and linguistic guidelines.

Skills & Experience:

• Spanish Proficiency: Native or near-native (C1/C2); strong grasp of regional dialects and cultural references.
• English Proficiency: Strong comprehension of spoken and written English (C1).
• Experience: 1–2 years general corporate experience.
• Skills: Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable with media content.

Preferred:

• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Film Studies or related field.
• Experience with streaming platforms and accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with tools like Subtitle Edit, Phrase AI, or EZTitles.

We offer:

• Extensive benefits package: Multisport Card, private medical healthcare, life insurance, cafeteria benefits,
• Open-minded and multinational environment,
• Opportunity to be part of a global organization focused on development,
• Professional development and clear career path,
• Training & development opportunities including language courses.

Important Notice: We appreciate your interest in joining our company. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information about us, visit Cognizant Poland.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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