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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.
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.
Skills
Education
Experience with Dubbing and Audio Visual technology a must
- 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.
- 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
- 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
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