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Subtitle Localization Specialist (English to French)

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TSMG

Responsible for translating and localizing subtitles for television shows, films, documentaries, and other media content from English to French. Ensures linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, and technical compliance with subtitle standards.

Primary Role & Responsibilities

  • Translate spoken English dialogue into French while preserving tone, context, and cultural nuances.
  • Edit subtitles to align with audio cues and visual pacing, ensuring readability, timing accuracy, and adherence to formatting standards using industry-standard subtitle editing tools.
  • Proofread and review subtitles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to implement feedback.
  • Manage multiple projects, coordinate with project managers and editors, and ensure all deliverables meet platform-specific technical and linguistic guidelines.

Requirements

  • French Proficiency: Native or near-native (C1/C2); strong grasp of regional dialects and cultural references.
  • English Proficiency: Strong comprehension of spoken and written English (C1/C2 level).
  • Experience: 1–2 years in subtitle translation/editing in French; familiarity with AI-driven translation/localization tools.
  • Skills: Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable with media content.
  • Location: living in Ukraine.

Preferred

  • Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or related field (French).
  • Experience with streaming platforms and accessibility standards.

Originally posted on Himalayas

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Working in Ukraine

Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe. It is the second-largest country in Europe after Russia, which borders it to the east and northeast. Ukraine also borders Belarus to the north; Poland and Slovakia to the west; Hungary, Romania and Moldova to the southwest; and the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov to the south and southeast. Kyiv is Ukraine's capital and largest city, followed by Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro. The official language of the country is Ukrainian. Ukraine covers an area of 603,628 km2 (233,062 sq mi) with an estimated total population of 32.3 million in 2026.

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