Video Captioner

Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Weber State University in Ogden, UT is seeking a part-time Video Captioner to create accurate English captions for course videos using captioning software. The role involves reviewing media, adding captions, and ensuring accessibility cues are included. It requires reliability, independence, and strong typing skills.

The position is 5–20 hours per week, with hourly pay of $12.00–$15.00. This is a pooled/hourly role, and eligibility for work-study is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide captions (subtitles) in English using specialized captioning software.
• Review course videos and other media to ensure accurate and complete captions are embedded.
• Add or edit captions when needed.
• Ensure that background noises, auditory cues, and speaker identification are included in the edited captions.
• Capture, store and retrieve videos, audio or other information.
• Operate computerized captioning system.
• Follow WCAG 2.1 Captioning Guidelines.
• Maintain student confidentiality in compliance with FERPA.

Skills

Typing 50-60 WPM

English proficiency

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year college experience

Job description

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Video Captioner Requisition Number H00998P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 5-20 hours Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule Flexible.

Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate

$ 12.00 - $15.00

Responsibilities

• Provide captions (subtitles) in English using specialized captioning software.
• Review course videos and other media to ensure accurate and complete captions are embedded.
• Add or edit captions when needed.
• Ensure that background noises, auditory cues, and speaker identification are included in the edited captions.
• Capture, store and retrieve videos, audio or other information.
• Operate computerized captioning system.
• Follow WCAG 2.1 Captioning Guidelines.

This position must maintain student confidentiality in compliance with FERPA.

• This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer proficient.
• Ability to work independently or with little supervision, reliable, and able to complete work within time constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong typing skills (50-60 WPM)
• English proficient, spelling, and proper use of grammar and punctuation.
• One year college experience or similar related experience.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Work study eligible.

Background Check? Yes

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 09/17/2026 Review Date 09/19/2026 Job Close Date 03/17/2027 Open Until Filled No Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/11839

Notes to Applicant

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.