CAREERS WORLDWIDE
Project Coordinator/Project Manager MIAMI-FLORIDA
Bilingual Subtitle Coordinator
Interested in building real-world audio/post-production experience with an Emmy award- winning team? At The Kitchen, we are seeking eager candidates to work in a fast-paced Audio/Post-Production industry.
The Kitchen, with headquarters in Miami, is one of the leading dubbing, subtitling, and closed captioning companies in the world. Our clients include NBC/Universal, Discovery, AMC, BBC, Showtime, CNN, Lionsgate, MTV, Telemundo, Fisher Price, Hasbro, Comedy Central, and many more.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinate multiple localization projects from client order to delivery completion.
• Establish a solid understanding of client technical specifications for subtitle and closed caption projects.
• Communicate project requirements and specs to internal and external teams to guarantee high quality files for delivery.
• Schedule projects with vendors and manage internal delivery dates in order to meet client deadlines, with knowledge of the fact that some last-minute details will occur
• Establish efficient workflows to achieve seamless completion of all moving parts of each project.
• Responsible for providing vendors with feedback in the quest for improving performance and file quality. Ability to spot check and QC subtitle and closed caption files and create QC reports.
• Negotiate best rates with vendors on a project-by-project basis.
• Onboard vendors and freelancers to grow the company’s database.
Qualifications and Requirements:
• Bachelor’s or master's degree in communications, linguistics, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office/Mac OS.
• 2–3 years’ experience as Project Coordinator or similar role.
• Knowledge of the subtitle post-production process: template creation, subtitle timing, translation, QC, and export of files.
• Understanding client specs related to subtitles and closed caption files. Ability to check files to catch errors and ensure quality files that follow specs.
• Knowledge of leading subtitling software, file export, and troubleshooting in order to correct files that are off-synch or contain corrupt characters.
• Understanding of subtitle formats, i.e., SRT, STL, PAL, PAC, JSON, DFXP, ITT, etc.
• Basic understanding of audio/video formats and technical specifications, i.e., frame rates, aspect ratio, NTSC vs. PAL, etc.
• Fluency in English with excellence in linguistics, strong grammar, and punctuation skills.
• Bilingual is a plus.
• Ability to learn new software, open to training.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Immediate availability.
Benefits:
• Work on a wide range of real-world projects
• Receive guidance and feedback from industry professionals
• Experience fast paced environment with live broadcast dates
• Full-time schedule
The Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
Please send cover letter, including your location, ability to relocate or work remote, availability, contact information and resume to info@thekitchen.tv
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English Artistic Director
The Kitchen's outstanding Dubbing Director team is hiring: use this
opportunity to join one of the best language dubbing studios in the business.
Skills:
• Native Speaker U.S English
• Experience working in a high pressure, deadline oriented production environment
• TV / Film / Theater background required
• ADR / Dubbing experience is a plus
• Strong organizational / leadership skills
• Flexibility to work day, evening and or weekends
• Computer proficiency required
• Knowledge of Pro Tools software is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Multilingual is a plus
Duties:
• Direction of VO talent in studio to ensure quality standards are met during delivery of actor’s lines
• Operate Pro Tools during record sessions making sure all recorded lines follow internal standards in regard to lip sync, and audio levels.
• Review scripts during pre-production, and during recording always keeping in mind consistency, language, and context
• Work directly with the Casting Department during the casting of new shows to find the best match for every role
• Organize and prioritize weekly schedule based on internal deadlines, and line counts per character
Applicants should email resumes to bradley@thekitchen.tv.
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English Native Audiovisual Translation Experts - USA
Looking for US English native speakers, with excellent command of the language, who are audiovisual translators and script adapters with dubbing adaptation experience.
Must be willing to learn our proprietary software, that is at no cost to our translators and also be willing to take a short video test for us to assess your skills.
This is a work from home opportunity to join the Emmy Award Winning language translation team at The Kitchen. For those who enjoy films and television, this is a part-time job that could lead to a full-time career, as the demand to localize foreign programming has never been greater.
Emailcareers@thekitchen.tv and include resume, contact details, describe the software you are currently using and provide your weekly availability.
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Freelance English Quality Control Operator - Miami
The Kitchen’s outstanding Dubbing team is hiring: Use this opportunity to join one of the best language dubbing studios in the business.
Skills:
• Native Speaker U.S English
• Experience working in a high pressure, deadline-oriented production environment
• Understanding of audio formats / video formats / frame rates
• Strong organization / Attention to detail
• Flexibility to work day, evening and or weekends
• Computer proficiency required
• Knowledge of Pro Tools software is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Multilingual is a plus
Applicants should Email resumes to bradley@thekitchen.tv.
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Freelance English Artistic Director - Miami
The Kitchen’s outstanding Dubbing Director team is hiring: use this opportunity to join one of the best language dubbing studios in the business.
Skills:
• Native Speaker U.S English
• Experience working in a high pressure, deadline oriented production environment
• TV / Film / Theater background required
• ADR / Dubbing experience is a plus
• Strong organizational / leadership skills
• Flexibility to work day, evening and or weekends
• Computer proficiency required
• Knowledge of Pro Tools software is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Multilingual is a plus
Duties:
• Direction of VO talent in studio to ensure quality standards are met during delivery of actor’s lines
• Operate Pro Tools during record sessions making sure all recorded lines follow internal standards in regard to lip sync, and audio levels.
• Review scripts during pre-production, and during recording always keeping in mind consistency, language, and context
• Work directly with the Casting Department during the casting of new shows to find the best match for every role
• Organize and prioritize weekly schedule based on internal deadlines, and line counts per character
Applicants should Email resumes to bradley@thekitchen.tv.
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Project Manager(s) – Miami
Join The Kitchen’s growing Operations team. Two positions are currently available for experienced and knowledgeable video/audio project managers. Understanding of production and post-production; familiarization with the language localization process; computer savvy; detail oriented; bi-lingual; team player.
Immediate openings. Email resumes to: info@thekitchen.tv. No phone calls please.
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Audio Internships - Miami
The Kitchen's audio production team has had one of the very best internship training programs in the business for years. Working with recent audio and production graduates, The Kitchen's audio internship program is a rigorous program designed to bridge the gap between school and the real world. Many internships have lead to full or part time employment at The Kitchen. Graduate certificate, diploma, or individuals seeking a degree in audio production and design, video production or video engineering are preferred. Bi-lingual capabilities are an asset.
Send resumes to info@thekitchen.tv.
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Translation Experts - Worldwide
Our international translation team is always looking for experienced translators, with various source and target language skills. Knowledge of translation for the creation of dubbing or subtitling scripts is imperative. For further details email careers@thekitchen.tv.
Sales Team
OUR SALES TEAM IS EXPANDING: The Kitchen’s award-winning global language sales team is expanding. We have an opening for an individual who is familiar with the Asian dubbing and production market, with a keen understanding of the language localization process. Please send resume and contact information to: info@thekitchen.tv