Linguist/Reviewer for French (Canada) translation projects at BTS North America. Supporting high - quality translation and collaboration with global organizations.
About the role
- Freelance Urdu-to-English subtitling linguist creating and QCing subtitles for Pixelogic Media Partners. Supporting global film, television, streaming, and entertainment localization projects.
Responsibilities
- Create subtitle files through conforming, translating, or proofreading/QC'ing, using Pixelogic and/or client proprietary cloud-based subtitling software
- Use the in-house glossary tool for consistency and follow client style guides
- Handle file rejections and make corrections
- Stay current with industry trends and adapt to changing client requirements
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive content
- Collaborate with the language services department on end-to-end localization projects
Requirements
- Native or near-native English proficiency
- Advanced or native proficiency in Urdu
- Minimum of 2 years of professional Urdu-to-English subtitling translation and/or proofreading/QC experience
- Professional experience with film, television, streaming, or other audiovisual content
- Excellent English writing skills, with strong attention to accuracy, grammar, punctuation, tone, and natural phrasing
- Ability to accurately understand and translate Urdu-language audiovisual content into natural English subtitles
- Ability to follow client-specific style guides and technical specifications
- Demonstrated ability to work to tight deadlines and accommodate short turnaround times
- Ability to work with cloud-based subtitling tools and platforms
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