Freelance Subtitling Translator/QCer for Japanese into English

About the company

Pixelogic Media Partners, LLC, a subsidiary of the IMAGICA GROUP, is a global provider of content localization and distribution services for the media and entertainment industry. Built on advanced next generation workflows and operations in Burbank, Culver City, London, Cairo and Cape Town, Pixelogic services the industry’s leading content owners including the major Hollywood studios, broadcasters and digital platforms.

Pixelogic Media provides technology solutions to the entertainment industry. We are responsible for helping Hollywood Studios and content owners to get their content to global audiences by providing all language services including scripting, subtitling, access services and dubbing. Our products and services span the digital spectrum, from enhanced extras packages promoting digital purchase to physical disc authoring.

Our clients include major Hollywood studios and dozens of independent studios. To date, we’ve delivered thousands of titles to iTunes, Google, Netflix, Amazon, and others. We’ve created a large percentage of iTunes Extras titles available on the App Store, developed the specification of and delivered the first Cross-Platform Extras titles, authored more than eight-thousand DVDs, two-thousand Blu-rays, as well as award-winning tablet and mobile apps.

About the role

Due to increased demand for localized content in the APAC region, Pixelogic is looking for experienced subtitling translators and QCers?to establish a professional, high-performing collaboration as part of our language services department with the end goal of servicing our clients’ end-to-end projects.

Language pairs currently needed:

• English Korean
• Japanese into English
• Korean Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
• Korean Japanese
• Japanese Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, possess a flexible attitude, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they must be able to work as part of a team that deals with changing priorities and workloads.

Due to the sensitive nature of the delivery schedule,?time flexibility?is of paramount importance.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of subtitle file creation, depending on assignment, whether Conforming, Timing and Spotting, Translating or Proofreading/QC’ing of subtitle files using Pixelogic proprietary cloud based subtitling software
• Leverage in-house glossary tool for consistency across products as well as follow client style guide specifications
• Handle rejections/make corrections in files
• Remain current with industry trends, and adapt to evolving client requirements
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive content.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of translation and/or proofreading experience required
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Must have demonstrated ability to accomplish work on a rigorous schedule (on-time delivery and flexible working hours)
• Ability to follow technical / style guide for multiple client content types

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