Posted 3 days ago
Audio Description (AD) Script Writer - Mandarin (simplified)
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Write and proofread Mandarin (simplified) audio description narration scripts for film and television, ensuring quality standards and meeting deadlines as a remote freelance scriptwriter.
About this role
Descriptive Video Works (owned by Keywords Studios www.keywordsstudios.com) is recognized in the audiovisual industry as a best in class provider of Audio Description (AD): https://descriptivevideoworks.com/ for blind and low vision audiences. DVW is seeking experienced freelance Mandarin (simplified) language audio description scriptwriters who share our commitment to accessibility to join our growing international team.
Overview:
- Write and/or proofread Mandarin (simplified) audio description narration scripts for film and television content.
- Ability to meet deadlines as determined by DVW Project Manager and communicate any issues that could impact the delivery of the script.
- Ensure that AD scripts meet DVW's and client's quality standards.
- QC/proofread AD scripts by other writers.
- Work with other writers in a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to work remotely.
Requirements
- Commitment to accessibility and inclusion.
- Native speaker of Mandarin.
- Understanding of audio description guidelines and best practices
- Minimum of 1 year of proven Audio Description script writing or AD script QC
- Mastery of Mandarin written grammar and elements of style.
- Good English comprehension.
- Experience in media production, localization or copywriting a plus.
Benefits
Fully remote work from home.
Flexible hours.
Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace, which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.
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