Dubbing Director

Master Human Resource Services; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic HR services firm in Midrand seeks a qualified candidate for a Directing role focused on dubbing and audio-visual technology. This position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience, as well as a degree in TV Production or Media Studies. The ideal candidate should be fluent in both English and Zulu, and possess strong problem-solving and multitasking skills. Applicants will lead the dubbing processes, maintain sound systems, and contribute to the development of dubbing systems that ensure high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years prior experience in directing localization in the entertainment industry.
• 2-3 years experience in audio-visual technology.
• Deep understanding of differences between subtitle and dub translation.
• 2-3 experience in audio-visual technology, knowledge of audio formats, best practices and maintenance.
• Deep understanding of differences and nuances between subtitle and dub translation.
• Highly analytical and able to get to the root cause of a problem; able to creatively figure out a solution or propose changes to existing workflows as required.
• Adaptability and resilience to quick changes in priorities, technology, tools, and workflows.
• Attention to detail; organization, problem-solving, analytical and multitasking skills.
• Creativity and the passion to challenge current industry standards.
• Familiarity with the current trends in the local entertainment

Responsibilities

• Work with script translators and direct voice artists.
• Collaborate with sound editors to mix audio and add sound effects.
• Set up and maintain sound equipment.
• Develop dubbing operations systems for visibility into performance.
• Lead dubbing initiatives and monitor progress.
• Uphold policies and standards; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead teams with integrity in a productive environment.
• Set up and maintain sound equipment.
• Collaborate with voice-over artists and synchronize video/audio tracks.
• Record, edit and mix audio tracks.
• Test and improve sound quality; add sound effects.
• Create and update sound libraries.
• Back up all projects daily to the Dubbing drive.
• Stay up to date with trends and best practices.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Zulu

Directing localization workflows

Audio-visual technology

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Multitasking skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in TV Production or Media Studies

Job description

Experience with Dubbing and Audio Visual technology a must

Directing

• Working with script translators and direct voice artist
• Working with Sound Editor to final mix and put sound effects on the final product
• Build and maintain strong, exceptional relationships with all department heads to make sound decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of cutting edge dubbing operational systems and processes that provide visibility into day-to-day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Develop and monitor goals, progress, and obstacles for our key dubbing initiatives.
• Uphold organization and industry specific policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed.
• Lead teams with integrity and establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment.

Recording

• Set up, maintain and regularly inspect sound equipment
• Collaborate with a Voice over artists
• Synchronize video and audio tracks
• Record, edit and mix audio tracks
• Test and improve sound quality
• Add sound effects to recordings
• Create and update sound libraries
• Resolve technical problems when they occur
• Stay up to date with latest trends and best practices
• Back up all the projects to the Dubbing drive on a daily basis

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree/Diploma in TV Production or Media Studies
• Fluency in both English and Zulu an advantage
• Minimum 3-5 years prior experience in Directing localization and/or creative workflows within the entertainment industry; background in dubbing creation and a passion for languages and translation quality.
• 2-3 experience in audio-visual technology, knowledge of audio formats, best practices and maintenance
• Deep understanding of differences and nuances between subtitle and dub translation
• Highly analytical and able to get to the root cause of a problem; able to creatively figure out a solution or propose changes to existing workflows as required
• Adaptability and resilience to quick changes in priorities, technology, tools, and workflows
• Attention to detail; organization, problem-solving, analytical and multitasking skills
• Creativity and the passion to challenge current industry standards
• Familiarity with the current trends in the local entertainment