Freelance Subtitlers (Hiring Multiple Languages)

Subtitler Role We seek freelance 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: Albanian Burmese Bengali Estonian Khmer Lithuanian Simplified Chinese Tamil Urdu Key responsibilities include: 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 (text overlay that communicates plot‑pertinent, on‑screen information). Translation of text for key artwork and digital banners. Quality assurance of completed subtitling performed 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. Ability to respond quickly to feedback. Bonus: Familiarity using Jira, an asset management tool. Portfolio or samples of your work. Seasonal work and workload: Theatrical work is seasonal with high volume throughput expected in the fourth and first quarter, aligning with major awards and film festivals. During the busy season, you are expected to work on a minimum of two titles per week, with a 24‑hour delivery deadline. Prior to beginning work, you will agree on the amount of work you can take on ongoing. The anticipated start date is August/September 2026 and expected to last through April 2027. Rates: TEP (Translation & QC combined) – Teaser: $60 QA – 30/15‑second/Teaser: $10 QA – Full Trailer: $25 Recruitment process: Complete a short subtitling test and pass our security screening process comprising an online assessment and a security training video. Payment: Invoices are settled through Wise or by bank transfer at the end of the month following the month of the invoice. Equal Opportunity Employer: Wordbank is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wordbank