Freelance Subtitlers (Streaming & Hiring for Multiple Languages) Job at Wordbank, Remote

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  • Wordbank
  • Remote

Job Description

We're a marketing localization agency, based in Denver, CO and London, UK, who helps global streaming brands reach and inspire users wherever they are in the world. As A-players, what sets us apart is our mindset: rooted in operational excellence, elevated by human creativity, and guided by our values as a certified B Corp.

THE ROLE

We seek subtitlers to join a dedicated team working on content for one of the world’s largest online streaming clients. In this role, you’ll translate, subtitle and QA Audio Visual Trailer assets inline with client-specific guidelines. We’re hiring native speakers of these languages:

Bulgarian
Estonian
Kazakh
Khmer
Latvian
Mongolian
Serbian

Slovenian

Traditional Chinese for Hong Kong

Turkish

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Subtitling & Translation of AV Trailers

  • Translate actor dialogue in a trailer conforming to visual and technical specifications and deliver as an SRT.

  • Translate on screen text.

  • Translate and suggest forced narratives (a text overlay that communicates plot pertinent, on-screen information)

  • Translation of text for Key Artwork and Digital banners.

  • Quality Assurance of completed subtitling that was carried out by other freelancers.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Native fluency in one of the above languages

  • 5 years of subtitling experience

  • Experience with Subtitle Edit

  • High level of English

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

  • Able to respond quickly to feedback

BONUS

  • Familiarity using Jira, an asset management tool.

  • Can provide a portfolio or samples of your work

SEASONAL WORK & WORKLOAD

Theatrical work is seasonal with high volume throughput expected in the fourth quarter of the calendar year and lower volume throughput in the first quarter of every calendar year. This aligns with major awards and film festivals. During this busy season, we request that you are available to work on a minimum of two titles per week. This work is fast-paced, often with a 24 hour delivery deadline. Prior to beginning work, you’ll agree upon the amount of work you have capacity for on an ongoing basis. This work should kick-off at the start of February.

RATES

We offer a flat rate per asset.

  • $0.15 per word for translation

  • $10 per minute for subtitling

  • $0.10 per word and/or $10 per minute for QA

PAYMENT

We settle invoices through Wise or by bank transfer at the end of month following the month of the invoice. 

WHY WORDBANK?

We're a marketing localization agency who helps brands scale global growth with innovative marketing, creative & tech solutions. Partnering with the world’s leading streaming and entertainment brands, we deliver custom solutions to their hardest problems. 

We operate with integrity, balancing people, planet, and profit, and we’re passionate about making a difference for our clients, our team, and our global community. We prioritize talent, autonomy, and impact to create a culture where people thrive and the company excels.

Our Values in Action

  • Drive: We are passionate and results-oriented.

  • Connection: We build strong relationships and foster collaboration.

  • Excellence: We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.

  • Care: We value empathy and support for our team and clients.

  • Creativity: We encourage innovation and out-of-the-box thinking.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified people of all backgrounds, regardless of race, colour, age, religion, gender identity, HIV status, marital status, past or recent military status, past incarceration, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry or any other characteristic, including any physical (including pregnancy) or intellectual disability, and/or any other protected class under global, federal, state, or local law.

If you seek accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

Job Tags

Price work, Freelance, Seasonal work, Local area,

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