Freelance Subtitling Linguist for English into Polish

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Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
Create, translate, adapt, proofread, and quality-check English-to-Polish subtitles and SDH files. Responsibilities include applying accessibility conventions, speaker identification, sound-effect descriptions, client style guides, technical specifications, and glossaries; correcting rejected files; meeting rigorous delivery schedules; adapting to changing requirements; and maintaining content confidentiality.
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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, Pixelogic is looking for experienced English into Polish SDH and 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.

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 delivery schedules, time flexibility is of paramount importance.


Requirements

Responsibilities 

  • Responsible for all aspects of subtitle file creation, depending on assignment, whether Conforming, Translating, Adaptation, or Proofreading/QC of subtitle and SDH files, using Pixelogic's proprietary cloud-based subtitling software.
  • Translate and adapt SDH cues, including speaker identification, sound effects, music cues, and other accessibility elements, while maintaining linguistic accuracy and readability.
  • Leverage in-house glossary tools for consistency across products and follow client style guide specifications and SDH accessibility requirements.
  • Handle rejections and make corrections in files.
  • Remain current with industry trends and adapt to evolving client requirements.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive content.

Requirements: 

  • Native-level Polish and excellent English language skills.
  • Knowledge of other languages is an asset.
  • Minimum of 2 years of subtitle and/or SDH translation, adaptation, and/or proofreading/QC experience required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of SDH conventions, including speaker IDs, sound effect descriptions, and accessibility-focused subtitle practices.
  • 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 specifications, accessibility requirements, and style guides for multiple client content types.

Skills Required

  • Native-level Polish language proficiency
  • Excellent English language skills
  • At least 2 years of subtitle and/or SDH translation, adaptation, or proofreading/QC experience
  • Understanding of SDH conventions, including speaker identification, sound-effect descriptions, and accessibility-focused subtitle practices
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to complete work on rigorous schedules with on-time delivery and flexible working hours
  • Ability to follow technical specifications, accessibility requirements, and style guides for multiple client content types
  • Knowledge of additional languages
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The Company
HQ: Burbank, California
2,002 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Pixelogic provides next-generation distribution solutions for studios, broadcasters and digital retailers. OUR MISSION To help our media and entertainment customers build more efficient supply chains, more valuable products, and larger global audiences. WORLD CLASS TEAM Our team is comprised of subject matter experts and industry craftsmen who are passionate about their work, each having an extensive background working on the world’s most respected feature and episodic titles. We cultivate an open and transparent atmosphere that values integrity, continuous improvement and achievement. Our clients benefit from our forward looking approach and relentless commitment to customer service. SECURITY FIRST Our commitment to content security is foundational to our company. Every employee is involved in our security program, which includes hundreds of physical and electronic security controls. We are directly engaged with the various security organizations within the media and entertainment industry including the Content Delivery & Security Association (CDSA) and now the Trusted Partner Network (TPN). Our research and development group builds proprietary content protection solutions to fortify our overall security mission. Net-net, we are fully committed to the safeguarding of our customer’s content and our security program is constantly evolving and continuously improving.

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