Full Time Job
Audio Description Script Writer
Zoo Digital
- Paid
- Full Time
Job Description
Position
We are currently looking for an Audio Description Script Writer for our very busy English department. This position can be local or remote.
Summary
Required to create, reformat, and edit audio description scripts for videos to be distributed on a variety of platforms such as Netflix, iTunes, Amazon, Google and Hulu. The writer must follow guidelines and best practices set forth by the American Council of the Blind (ACB) as well as client specific needs and requests.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for managing tight deadlines, scheduling, and integrating technology effectively
Communicating with ZOO project coordinators about assignment progress
Very detail oriented and can shift priorities as required daily to accommodate the changing needs of our clients
Write and edit audio description scripts for a variety of types of content
Requirements
Education and/or Experience
Background in journalism, copywriting, English, or related field. Knowledge and experience working with the blind or low vision community or experience in audio description is preferred.
Strong writing, editing, and research skills are required.
Please provide a short portfolio of audio description scripts or other formal writing.
Computer Skills
Knowledge in Microsoft Office
Familiarity with using search engines to research people, places, and unfamiliar terms
Comfortable in adapting to new software
Other information
Salary: $22-26/hour
We employ the brightest and most original thinkers in our industry. We value all the folks that make ZOO a great place to work. Along with a competitive salary we also offer a wide range of benefits which include:
Medical, Dental, Vision
STD, LTD, Life Insurance
401k Plan
Share Save Plan
PTO/Sick Time
Paid Holidays
Membership Discount at Bay Clubs
Stocked Kitchen
Unlimited access to over 4,000 courses on Udemy for business
Plus More
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzkjq7-3-145-178-240-42 in your application.
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Zoo Digital
Since 2001, we showcase, localize and distribute the movies and TV shows the world wants to see. All powered by awesomeness. We help Hollywood studios, global broadcasters, online retailers and independent distributors reach audiences everywhere. Securely and efficiently. We combine our world-class cloud technology with amazing client teams in the UK and US, some of the most talented in-territory translators in the industry and a growing network of trusted local partners - to deliver awesome results for our clients.