Also called: Subtitle Translator
Writes subtitles and dubbing scripts so movies and shows can be enjoyed in other languages.
Translates a Korean drama episode into English subtitles, squeezing the meaning into short lines that fit on screen in time with the speech.
Mostly freelance.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in languages; specialized subtitling courses.
Ways in: 4-year college, Self-taught, Certification. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Foreign Languages, Film Studies.
Growing slowly (about 1% over 10 years). Estimate.
High risk for 10 years. AI subtitling and dubbing already process most streaming content; humans edit and handle creative or high-end work.
Classes: A world language, AP English Language, Film or media class.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-3091.
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