Freelance English (US) Live CART Captioner

Keywords Studios Plc; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Early access to unreleased content

Flexible project volume

Set your own schedule

Constructive feedback and support

Job summary

Keywords Studios Los Angeles is seeking highly skilled English (US) live captioners to provide real-time captioning for events, presentations, and broadcasts. Based in the United States, you will support on-site and remote productions and collaborate with a global subtitling network.

The role requires proficiency with captioning software, WebVTT/SRT formats, and the ability to adapt quickly to fast-paced live environments, including potential travel within the country and after-hours coverage.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in real-time captioning for events.
• Experience with captioning formats (WebVTT, SRT) and standards.
• Proficient with professional captioning software and equipment.
• Based in the United States and able to travel domestically.
• Willing to work outside normal hours for live broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time captioning for events, broadcasts, and presentations.
• Ensure accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with production team during live productions.
• Maintain equipment and ensure accessibility standards.

Skills

Live captioning

English (US) native

Travel flexibility

Flexible hours

Tools

Captioning software

Captioning equipment

WebVTT

SRT

Job description

Keywords Studios Los Angeles is the premier hub for our Media and Entertainment service line. From our campus in sunny Burbank, we provide full-service audio post-production and content localization for the world’s most iconic entertainment leaders—including Netflix, Lionsgate, NBCU, and more to help bring their stories to life and reach audiences worldwide.

As part of the global Keywords Studios network, we combine the boutique feel of a local creative studio with the massive reach of a worldwide organization.

Our dedicated content localization team specializes in high-impact localization, including:

• Translation & Subtitling
• Dubbing & Voice-Over
• Linguistic Quality Assurance

Whether it's adapting blockbuster game franchises or ensuring accessibility for film and TV audiences, our work helps bridge language and cultural gaps with precision and creativity. We pride ourselves on our diverse, inclusive culture and our commitment to professional development, flexibility, and innovation.

Job Descriptions

We are currently seeking highly skilled English (US) Live Captioners with proven and solid experience in providing real-time captioning for various events, presentations, and broadcasts to join our global subtitling network.

Linguistic Skills and Operational Availability

• Must be based in the United States.
• Proficiency in English (US) as a native speaker.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the country as needed to support specific live events or on-site productions.
• Flexibility to adapt to work schedules outside normal business hours to meet live broadcast demands.

Industry and Tool Experience

• Prior experience in live broadcasting, media production, or a real-time subtitling unit is a must.
• Proficiency in using professional captioning software and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of captioning guidelines, including proper placement, formatting, and accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with various captioning formats, such as WebVTT, and SRT

Flexibility and Accountability

• Strong ability to maintain high levels of accuracy and focus under the pressure of tight, real-time deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as a cohesive part of a production team.

Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required prior to starting the recruitment process.

• Competitive pay
• Work on popular broadcast events across TV, streaming, games and much more.
• Early access to unreleased content
• Flexible project volume
• Set your own schedule
• Constructive feedback and support

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

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Role Information: EN

Studio: Keywords Studios

Location: United States

Area of Work: Media & Entertainment

Service: Media & Entertainment

Employment Type: Freelance

Working Pattern: Remote