Freelance English (US) Live CART Captioner

Keywords Studios

3d•Remote

About The Position

Keywords Studios is seeking highly skilled English (US) Live Captioners with proven experience providing real-time captions for events, presentations, and broadcasts to join its global subtitling network. Captioners may support live events or on-site productions and must be able to travel within the United States as needed. The role offers freelance project opportunities with flexible project volume and the ability to set your own schedule. Applicants must submit an English-language CV detailing their live captioning experience. Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement is required before the recruitment process begins.

Requirements

Must be based in the United States.
Native-speaker proficiency in English (US).
Prior experience in live broadcasting, media production, or a real-time subtitling unit.
Proficiency with professional captioning software and equipment.
Extensive knowledge of captioning guidelines, including placement, formatting, and accessibility standards.
Familiarity with captioning formats such as WebVTT and SRT.
Ability to maintain accuracy and focus under pressure and tight real-time deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a production team.
Willingness and ability to travel within the country as needed.
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours when required by live broadcasts.
An English-language CV with detailed live captioning experience is required for consideration.
Signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement is required prior to starting the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

Provide real-time captioning for events, presentations, and broadcasts.
Travel within the United States as needed to support specific live events or on-site productions.
Adapt work schedules to meet live broadcast demands.
Maintain accuracy and focus under tight, real-time deadlines.
Work independently and as part of a production team.