Confidential company via Go
Freelance Subtitlers (Multiple Languages)
- LocationRemote
- TypePart-time
- Posted2026-09-29
- Valid through2026-10-13
- BudgetUSD 10–60 / project
- Long-termYes
About this task
THE ROLE
Freelance subtitlers will translate, subtitle and quality-check audiovisual trailer assets according to client-specific guidelines. Native speakers are sought for Burmese, Chinese for Singapore, Chinese for Taiwan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Flemish, Hebrew, Hindi, Japanese, Kazakh, Khmer, Latin American Spanish, Latvian, Polish, Romanian, Slovenian, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu and Vietnamese.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Translate actor dialogue to an SRT file that meets visual and technical specifications.
- Translate on-screen text and suggest forced narratives conveying plot-relevant information.
- Translate text for key artwork and digital banners.
- Quality-check subtitles completed by other freelancers.
REQUIREMENTS
- Native fluency in one of the listed languages and a high level of English.
- Five years of subtitling experience and experience with Subtitle Edit.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and responsiveness to feedback.
- Familiarity with Jira and a portfolio or work samples are beneficial.
SEASONAL WORK AND RATES
- The anticipated project period is September 2026 through April 2027. During the busy season in the fourth and first quarters, freelancers are asked to be available for at least two titles per week. Turnaround can be as short as 24 hours; ongoing capacity is agreed before work begins.
- Flat fees per asset: TEP (translation and QC combined) for a teaser, $60; QA for a 30/15-second teaser, $10; QA for a full trailer, $25.
- Invoices are paid through Wise or bank transfer at the end of the month following the invoice month.