Also called: Dubbing Translator, Lip-Sync Writer
Rewrites translated scripts for movies and shows so dialogue matches actors' lip movements.
A dubbing adapter watches a scene frame by frame, rewrites lines so they fit mouth movements and timing, and keeps jokes funny in a new language.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Fluency in two languages and writing skill.
Ways in: 4-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Modern Languages, Translation Studies, Creative Writing.
Growing slowly (about 0% over 10 years). BLS 2025-35 projection band for SOC 27-3043: Little or no change.
High risk for 10 years. AI dubbing now syncs voices and lips automatically; few human adapters will remain outside premium films.
Classes: A world language, AP English Language, Theater or drama.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-3043.
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