Subtitlers
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Polish video game subtitles for tactical FPS games using professional tools
Subtitlers will create and refine subtitles for video game localization projects, focusing on tactical FPS titles. Work involves adhering to subtitling guidelines such as timing, characters per second, line breaks, and formatting. Tasks require native language proficiency, experience with localization workflows, and attention to detail to deliver high-quality linguistic output. Opportunities are part of a freelance talent pool for potential 20...
Why This Role?
Opportunity to be considered for future video game localization projects as they become available
Key Responsibilities
- Create subtitles for video game content following timing and formatting guidelines
- Apply knowledge of characters per second (CPS) and line break rules in subtitle production
- Ensure linguistic accuracy and cultural appropriateness for target audiences
- Use professional subtitling tools within established localization workflows
- Follow project instructions and meet agreed deadlines for deliverables
- Provide additional services such as TEP, MTPE, LQA, or audio QA if qualified
Requirements
- Native proficiency in target language and excellent command of source language
- Proven experience in video game subtitling and audiovisual localization
- Understanding of tactical FPS games, gaming terminology, and culture
- Strong knowledge of subtitling guidelines including timing, CPS, line breaks, and formatting
- Experience with video game localization workflows and professional subtitling tools
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality linguistic output
Required Skills
Indonesia Context
- Working Hours Overlap:
- Flexible — work your own hours
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Original description from Ashby Job Boards
We’re expanding our network of freelance video game subtitlers for a potential localization project in 2027. This search is intended to build our freelance talent pool. The project is not yet confirmed, and applying does not guarantee an immediate assignment. We’d love to connect with qualified professionals and contact them as opportunities become available. If you’re passionate about video games and audiovisual localization, we’d love to hear from you! Languages we’re recruiting for We’re looking for subtitlers who are native speakers of one of the following languages: - Arabic - Brazilian Portuguese - Simplified Chinese - Traditional Chinese - French - German - Indonesian - Italian - Japanese - Korean - Polish - Russian - European Spanish - Latin American Spanish - Thai - Turkish - Vietnamese Requirements - Native proficiency in the target language and excellent command of your source language. - Proven experience in video game subtitling and audiovisual localization. - Understanding of tactical FPS games, gaming terminology, and culture. - Strong knowledge of subtitling guidelines, including timing, characters per second (CPS), line breaks, and formatting. - Experience with video game localization workflows and professional subtitling tools. - Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality linguistic output. - Ability to follow project instructions and meet agreed deadlines. If you also offer TEP, MTPE, LQA testing, or audio QA for subtitles (ASREC), please mention these services so we can consider you for additional freelance opportunities. ABOUT TERRA LOCALIZATIONS Terra Localizations is the video game–focused division of Terra, a global language services company founded in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with headquarters in the U.S. and Spain. A certified women- and minority-owned enterprise, Terra provides translation, localization, voice-over, LQA, and other language services. Learn more about us: terralocalizations.com https://terralocalizations.com/ Join our freelance talent pool! Our team will review your profile and contact you when a suitable opportunity becomes available.
Salary Context
Similar Video & Media roles on LokerDollar pay around $95.8k/yr (range $7.8k–160k/yr, n=20 active listings).
Market context
- UNKNOWNThis listing states no pay. Role median is $95,750/year (n=20 pay-disclosing listings).
- VERIFIEDTERRA: 7 postings in the last 3 months, 7 all-time on LokerDollar.
- VERIFIEDCompany first seen Oct 9, 2026.
- VERIFIEDThis listing first seen Oct 9, 2026.
- VERIFIEDLast verified live Oct 13, 2026.
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