Media Subtitle Translator; English to Polish

Skills & Experience:

• Polish 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).
• Experience:
  
  1–2 years general corporate experience.
• Skills:
  
  Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and comfortable with media content.

Preferred:

• Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Film Studies or related field.
• Experience with streaming platforms and accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with tools like Subtitle Edit, Phrase AI, or EZTitles.

Work model: fully remote in Poland

Contract:

Standard Contract of Employment for 6 months

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

• Translating spoken English dialogue into Polish while preserving tone, context, and cultural nuances.
• Editing subtitles and aligning them with audio cues and visual pacing, ensuring readability and timing accuracy.
• Proofreading and reviewing subtitles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
• Collaborating with quality assurance teams to implement feedback.
• Ensuring all deliverables meet platform-specific technical and linguistic guidelines.