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Expert Subtitle Translator/QCer English to Tagalog | Filipino

Keywords Studios

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Native fluency in Tagalog/Filipino with strong command of English; university degree or equivalent professional translation experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in entertainment localization, audiovisual translation, or subtitling; deep understanding of subtitling and dubbing nuances and best practices; knowledge of closed captioning and common challenges.
  • Proficiency with subtitle editing software and web/cloud technologies; ability to adapt to evolving workflows; strong attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, and multitasking.
  • Ability to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and work as a remote freelance translator with flexible project volume.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert subtitling and QC from English to Tagalog/Filipino for TV and movie content, ensuring timing, synchronization, accuracy, and natural language.
  • Localize content for streaming platforms, broadcasters, and content creators, applying cultural nuances and appropriate subtitling/dub style; ensure proper closed captioning.
  • Review, proofread, and implement client feedback; collaborate with clients and internal teams; adhere to NDA and project guidelines.
  • Manage multiple freelance projects remotely, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality across titles and media types.

Key facts

Hard skills

Captions Subtitles Language Localisation Dubbing (Filmmaking) Web Platforms Organizational Structure

Other skills

  • Accountability
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Skills
  • Multitasking
  • Self-Confidence
  • Detail Oriented
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Keywords Studios

Video Games & Interactive Entertainment

Keywords Studios is an international technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry and beyond. We bring to life digital content that entertains, connects, challenges and educates people worldwide. Established in 1998, and now with more than 65 facilities in 22 countries strategically located in Asia, the Americas, Australia and Europe, we provide integrated art creation, marketing services, software engineering, testing, localization, audio and customer care services across more than 50 languages and 16 games platforms to a blue-chip client base of more than 950 clients across the globe. Explore our LinkedIn page to learn more!

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryVideo Games & Interactive Entertainment
Company size10001

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Job description

Keywords Studios Los Angeles is a premier provider of multimedia content localization and audio production services. From its offices and beautiful on-site recording studio in the heart of Burbank, Keywords Studios Los Angeles collaborates with top-tier streaming platforms, broadcasters, content creators, publishers for the gaming and media & entertainment industries.

Job Description:

We are currently looking for expert subtitling freelance translators with proven and solid experience in subtitling for the TV and Movie industry from English into Filipino/Tagalog.

Requirements

If you would like to pursue freelance translation opportunities with us, please send us your CV in English, providing detailed information regarding your subtitling experience. (*non-English CV will NOT be considered)

Please make sure your CV shows us that you meet the following basic requirements:

Linguistic Skills

  • Native language fluency of target language.
  • Extensive knowledge of source language.
  • University degree or equivalent professional experience in the translation field.

Industry and Tool Experience

  • Experience in at least one of the following areas of the entertainment industry: localization QC, audiovisual translation and subtitling.
  • Deep understanding of nuances of subtitle and dub translations.
  • Working knowledge of cultural differences and best practices for subtitles and dub audio creation.
  • Understanding of closed captioning and subtitling, and their common failures and technical challenges.
  • Confidence and experience with subtitle editing software and web/cloud technology.

Flexibility and Accountability

  • Ability to quickly adapt to workflow/process changes and updates.
  • Great attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, analytical and multitasking skills.

**Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required prior to starting the recruitment process.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Work on popular titles across film, TV, streaming, games and much more. 
  • Early access to unreleased content
  • Flexible project volume
  • 100% remote work
  • Set your own schedule
  • Constructive feedback and support

Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment:Keywords Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments during the process please let us know in your application. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation. We especially welcome applications from candidates of underrepresented groups in the industry.

PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY

By providing your information in this application, you understand that we will collect and process your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. For more information, please see our Applicant Privacy Notice at https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice.

Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: Philippines
Area of Work: Media & Entertainment
Service: Media & Entertainment
Employment Type: Freelance

Working Pattern: Remote

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